Meet the 2015 FSU Early-Enrollees

Derwin James – Safety – Haines City Senior High School – 6’2″ , 201 lbs. – Five-Star

Derwin James was the first commitment of the 2015 class, committing back in February of 2012. He never wavered from his commitment during the last three years, and I think that will pay dividends in his being able to come in and play right away and be a leader for the 2015 class.

In my opinion, James is the top recruit in the country. He runs a 4.5 in the 40 yard dash and has an excellent first step and closing speed. James in a bruiser, delivering crushing blows to opponents time after time. James will also have an opportunity to replace Rashad Greene on punt-return duties and contribute in the kick-return game as well.

With the departure of cornerbacks Ronald Darby and P.J. Williams, there is going to be some shuffling around in the secondary. I think James will have a great opportunity to come in and make an immediate impact in the secondary, much like Jalen Ramsey in 2013.