Wisconsin Badgers become favorites to land Mekhi Williams after decommitment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:07 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Mekhi Williams, a four-star safety previously committed to Florida State, announced his decommitment on May 31, 2026. The Wisconsin Badgers have emerged as favorites to recruit him following his social media announcement. Williams cited careful consideration and family discussions in his decision to leave Florida State, where he had committed on March 26, 2025. After a recent visit to Madison, three analysts on 247Sports have predicted he will join the Badgers' 2027 recruiting class. Should he commit, Williams would be the highest-ranked recruit on Wisconsin's roster.
- •Mekhi Williams decommitted from Florida State on May 31, 2026.
- •Wisconsin Badgers are the leading candidates to recruit him.
- •Williams recently visited Madison, boosting Wisconsin's chances.
- •Three experts on 247Sports predict he will commit to Wisconsin.
- •He would become the Badgers' highest-ranked recruit if he joins.
- 10:07 AMYahoo Sports — Wisconsin named favorite to flip four-star Florida State safety
"The Wisconsin Badgers have been named the favorite to flip four-star safety Mekhi Williams from Florida State.
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