DL James 'Tank' Carrington commits to Florida State

Irvine (Calif.) Crean Lutheran three-star defensive lineman James Carrington has committed to Florida State, he announced.

He chose the Seminoles after logging an official visit to Tallahassee over the weekend. Carrington broke down his decision with On3.

“To me what really stood out was the connection or brotherhood throughout the team and really within the defense of line room, most to all of the defensive of line showed up to the events throughout the weekend to show their support for all players,” Carrington said.

“I could also say the unique energy and intensity that Coach Norvell brings every single day, will drive me to be better on and off the field.”

Carrington is the No. 408 overall prospect and No. 40 DL in the 2026 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He’s also the No. 36 player in California.

He’s the newest addition to an FSU class that ranks No. 17 in the On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings. The Noles have now added three commitments this month and are in line for more this summer.

Carrington is the second D-lineman to join the fold for Mike Norvell and Co. Atlanta Booker T Washington three-star Wihtlley Cadeau did the same on June 8.