Florida State offers scholarship to 2029 athlete Coron Russell Jr
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 5:15 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Florida State University has extended a scholarship offer to Coron Russell Jr., a 2029 athlete from Roman Catholic High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 6-foot-3, 205-pound prospect has gained attention in the recruiting with nearly 20 offers, including notable programs like Ohio State and Michigan. As a freshman, Russell made a strong impact as a safety with impressive statistics, earning Freshman All-American recognition from Rivals and MaxPreps. Following this offer, Florida State aims to arrange a campus visit for Russell.
- •Coron Russell Jr. has received close to 20 scholarship offers.
- •Russell made 52 tackles and four pass breakups last season.
- •He also plays as a wide receiver for his high school team.
- •Florida State looks to bring him in for a campus visit.
- •Russell announced the scholarship on social media.
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Florida State offers 2029 athlete in Pennsylvania
"Florida State has gone to the state of Pennsylvania to offer a scholarship to 2029 athlete Coron Russell Jr.
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