4-star WR CJ Wiley shocks everyone, commits to Florida State over
Alphraretta (Ga.) Milton four-star wide receiver CJ Wiley pulled a shocker on Tuesday, announcing a commitment to Florida State over perceived favorite Georgia and other contender LSU.
247Sports’ Ben Wolk was on-site for the commitment and spoke with Wiley afterwards to get his thoughts on how the Seminoles won out for his services. Here is that video interview:
What went into the decision to commit to FSU?
“I really went down the boxes and see which schools fits me the best”
Obviously FSU has had success with receivers like you, how did that play a factor in your recruitment?
“It plays a big factor because it shows coach [Ron] Dugans develops receivers and he worked with some of the guys to get them to the league.”
When did you know in your heart of hearts that it was Florida State?
“Today”
Did you communicate that to anyone, were Florida State’s coaches expecting that at all?
“No sir”
Have you contacted them at all?
“I just talked to coach Norvell.”
What was his reaction?
“He was excited. He was yelling ‘oh yeah!'”
When went on on the official visit this past weekend that made you feel comfortable with making this decision today?
“It was really everything. Everytime I go down there, it’s like a home feeling I’ve got for Florida State.”
What is it about coach Dugans that ultimately made you feel right making this decision?
“He’s been recruiting me since my freshman year – so he’s been watching me grow. I’ve been seeing him coaching some of the guys when watching practice.”
