The FSU Seminoles have targeted three-star athlete Marquis Fennell in the 2027 cycle. He attended a Junior Day event in January, and on Friday, he was back for a padded spring practice.
When asked what he came to Tallahassee to see, Fennell was very direct with his answer.
“See how they’re coming this upcoming year and how Coach Norvell is fixing to set up a successful season,” Fennell said per Noles247’s Chris Nee.
This isn’t surprising considering that Florida State has posted a 7-17 record over the past two years. Getting back to their winning ways in 2026 will be crucial for their chances of landing prospects in the 2027 class.
Fennell has produced as a running back and a wide receiver in high school. When it comes to the Seminoles, running backs coach Kam Martin is the primary person involved in recruiting him. The newly appointed headman in the room has caught the eye of Fennell so far.
“It has been great. He’s been 100% with me,” said Fennell. “Straightforward on everything.”
In June, Fennell has an official visit locked in with FSU. However, he’ll be back before then in a couple of weeks for their Legacy Weekend festivities.
“Yeah, the 28th [of March],” Fennell said.
Fennell showed out during his junior season at Valdosta High School. He registered 1,480 yards rushing and scored 23 touchdowns. Fennell was a terror as a wide receiver as well. He racked up 53 receptions for 764 yards and 10 scores. As a return man (kickoffs and punts), Fennell registered 261 total yards.
The 5-foot-10, 175-pounder is the No. 526 overall recruit and the No. 35 athlete in the country per the 247Sports composite rankings. They also have him listed as the No. 62 prospect in the state of Georgia.
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Reporting by Matthew Lenix , FSU Wire / FSU Wire
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