Jalen Anderson discusses how he gained attention from FSU
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Jalen Anderson, an edge rusher, was among Florida State's top signings for the 2026 recruiting cycle. After two successful seasons at Pearl River Community College in Louisiana, he reached out to FSU's coaching staff, boldly declaring he would become the No. 1 edge in the class. Anderson, listed as the No. 1 edge in 247Sports JUCO rankings, committed to FSU shortly after receiving a scholarship offer. He is expected to play behind transfer edge Rylan Kennedy in FSU's defensive scheme this season.
- •Anderson played at Pearl River Community College before FSU.
- •He registered 39 tackles and 2.5 sacks in his last season.
- •Anderson texted FSU's coach asserting he would be their top edge rusher.
- •He committed to FSU shortly after receiving an offer in November.
- •Anderson will play in Tony White’s 3-3-5 scheme.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Edge Jalen Anderson explains how he got FSU to notice him
"Edge Jalen Anderson was one of Florida State's top signings in the 2026 recruiting cycle. He explains how he got noticed by the program.
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