Linebacker Dayon Cooper decommits from Florida State after visit to Tennessee

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:41 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Linebacker Dayon Cooper decommits from Florida State after visit to Tennessee
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Dayon Cooper, a three-star linebacker from South Pittsburg, Tennessee, announced his decommitment from Florida State on June 14, 2026. Cooper had been committed to the Seminoles since early April but recently visited Tennessee over the weekend. In a public statement on Twitter, he expressed gratitude to Florida State's staff and coaches for their support during his recruitment process. The decommitment adds to the ongoing competition for Cooper's commitment as Tennessee aims to keep him in-state.

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  • Dayon Cooper is a three-star linebacker from South Pittsburg, Tennessee.
  • He decommitted from Florida State on June 14, 2026.
  • Cooper visited Tennessee before announcing his decision.
  • He thanked Florida State's staff for their support during his commitment.
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  • 3:41 PMYahoo SportsCoveted LB Dayon Cooper decommits from Florida State after SEC official visit
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South Pittsburg (Tenn.) three-star linebacker Dayon Cooper has backed off his commitment to Florida State, he announced on Sunday. Cooper had been pledged to the Seminoles since early April, but was on an official visit to Tennessee over the weekend as the Vols push to keep the in-state target at home. “After much thought and […]

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