​The Florida State University Seminoles are still early in the recruiting cycle for the 2028 quarterback class, but they have already locked in conversations with several of the country’s top signal-callers. Among the leading targets is Chandler Dyson, a four-star quarterback from Georgia whom some scouts and analysts regard as a potential favorite to land in Tallahassee. Dyson’s status as a top-tier recruit has kept him on coaches’ radars, and FSU is among the programs that have shown consistent, ongoing interest as they map out a plan to compete for his commitment.
In addition to the higher-profile targets, the Seminoles have been quietly building a relationship with an under-the-radar quarterback who has begun to garner attention in recruiting circles: Hudson West from Sarasota, Florida. West is not currently ranked by major recruiting services, but his recruitment has been gathering momentum over the last several months. Florida State extended him a scholarship offer in April and invited him to a camp in June, which signaled their early belief in his potential and their willingness to pursue a developmental prospect who could mature into a contributor down the line.
West’s recruitment impressed several programs early on, setting the stage for a broader interest from Power Five schools. In addition to FSU, the Florida Gators, Maryland Terrapins, Colorado Buffaloes, and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets were among the first major programs to offer him. While West remains unranked in the current evaluations, the fact that the Seminoles are one of only about 20 quarterbacks they have offered demonstrates their strong level of interest and belief in his abilities.
West himself has spoken positively about Florida State during conversations with Zach Blostein of 247Sports, noting that several aspects of the Seminoles’ program resonated with him. He also conveyed a sense of optimism about head coach Mike Norvell and the direction of the program. “Same with Florida State — I think they can turn it around,” West said. “When I went up and talked to Coach Norvell, he had a very interesting pitch. It’s going to be interesting to see how the season goes, but I really do think they can turn it around as well.” His comments reflect a belief that Norvell’s system and the program’s trajectory could align with his development and playing style.
Turning to West’s on-field performance, his production as a sophomore at Sarasota High School was notable, especially given that it was his first season as the starter. He completed 55.1 percent of his pass attempts for 2,836 yards, an output that included 26 touchdowns against five interceptions. West also contributed with his legs, rushing for 121 yards on 13 carries, averaging a robust 9.3 yards per carry. This stat line demonstrates a dual-threat potential that can be attractive to programs looking for a quarterback who can contribute both through the air and on the ground.
FSU’s interest in West underscores the Seminoles’ broader approach to quarterback recruiting for 2028: they are prioritizing a mix of established high-priority targets and promising under-the-radar prospects who could develop into future starters or contributors. The combination of early scholarship offers, camp invitations, and positive dialogue with Norvell suggests that Florida State intends to maintain a focused, strategic approach as they assemble a cohort of quarterbacks capable of competing for playing time in the coming years.
As the college football landscape continues to evolve, Florida State’s early actions with Dyson, West, and other quarterbacks illustrate a deliberate plan to expand the base of potential options while evaluating the fit of each contender within Norvell’s offensive system. The season ahead will no doubt influence how these recruitment efforts translate into concrete verbal commitments, but for now, the Seminoles are actively engaging with top-tier targets and an intriguing cadre of prospects who could shape the program’s quarterback depth for the 2028 class and beyond.
This article originally appeared on FSU Wire and discusses how an in-state quarterback target believes Mike Norvell can turn Florida State around, contributing to better SEO coverage of the program’s recruiting initiatives. Follow us @FSUWire on X and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Florida State news, notes, and opinions.