Earlier this week, FAMU revealed its 2011 Football Signing Day class. FAMU signed eight offensive linemen, five defensive backs, three quarterbacks, three wide receivers, two defensive linemen, two tight ends, and two running backs.Head Coach Joe Taylor said he is excited about the talent that FAMU was able to attract. He credited the hard work of his staff and positive national publicity the program had received.
“TV exposure from the Florida Classic and Atlanta Classic really helps in our recruiting efforts, as well as our conference TV package with ESPN,” Head Coach Joe Taylor said.
The new signees are: Patrick Aiken, Tyler Bass, Jeremiah Carroll, Ravone Carter, Michael Christy, DeWayne Harvey, Ellie Hypollite, Dane James, Gene Liford, Rickey mcGhee, Michael Morris, Brendon newton, Darius Powell, Kawika Pieper, Casey Turner, Kevin Ward, Anthony Williams, LaDonte Gibson, Delmas Harrison, and Jumbo Brinson.
FAMU football recruiters visited all 535 high schools in the state of Florida.