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Key FSU running back target commits to in-state rival

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The Florida State Seminoles have missed on key running back target Ty Keys, who has committed to Miami.

The hits keep on coming for the Florida State Seminoles on the recruiting trail. For the second time on Friday, a key target has committed elsewhere, with four-star running back Ty Keys committing to the Miami Hurricanes. Keys has been a priority for new FSU running back coach Kam Martin, with them extending him a scholarship offer on Jan.

10. He wasted no time visiting Tallahassee, attending a Junior Day on Jan. 17, and returning to watch spring practice on March 30.

They received multiple predictions to land his commitment after that visit, but nothing ever happened, and the Hurricanes were able to surge ahead and seal the deal with the Poplarville, Mississippi, product. He is ranked as the No. 213 overall player and No.

14 running back in the 247Sports composite. He is also the No. 7 player from Mississippi.