The Florida State Seminoles are making a late push to strengthen their defensive line through the transfer portal, but they're facing stiff competition from multiple programs. The target? Defensive lineman Devarrick Woods, who is expected to announce his commitment this week.
Woods, a transfer from Texas State, has been a hot commodity on the recruiting trail. He kicked off his visit tour with a trip to Tallahassee last Thursday and Friday, where he described his time with the Seminoles as "great." However, he didn't stop there—he also visited the Florida Gators in Gainesville on Sunday. Now, a new contender has entered the mix: Kansas State. According to On3's Pete Nakos, Woods will visit the Wildcats on Tuesday, which will be his final stop before making a decision on Wednesday.
The 6-foot-3, 280-pound lineman originally hails from Bossier City, Louisiana, and began his college career as an unranked prospect at Hinds Community College. He transferred to Texas State ahead of the 2025 season and made an immediate impact, appearing in 11 games last year. In 177 snaps, he recorded 16 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, 1.0 sack, and a quarterback hurry—solid numbers that show his ability to disrupt opposing backfields.
When he signed with Texas State, Woods was rated as a three-star prospect by 247Sports, which ranked him as the No. 89 overall player and the No. 19 defensive lineman in their JUCO rankings. During his two-year stint at Hinds Community College, he was a force to be reckoned with, amassing 66 tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and three pass breakups in 18 games. Now, with one season of eligibility remaining after the NCAA granted him an extra year, Woods is poised to make a significant impact wherever he lands.
For Seminoles fans, this is a pivotal moment. Adding a player with Woods' experience and production could be a game-changer for a defensive line looking to reload. But with Florida and Kansas State also in the hunt, the race is far from over. Stay tuned as we await his decision later this week.