Port Saint Lucie (Fla.) John Carroll four-star interior offensive lineman Sean Tatum has already seen some top contenders come into focus in his recruitment.
On Thursday, the 6-foot-3.5, 310-pounder announced that five programs that are currently at the top of his process: Florida, Florida State, Miami, Ohio State and Tennessee. There remains a long way to go before he puts pen to paper, but the battle for the Sunshine State star continues to heat up amidst his junior season.
Tatum is the No. 104 overall prospect and No. 4 IOL in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all major recruiting media companies. He’s also currently the No. 10 junior in Florida.
When speaking with Rivals’ Chad Simmons this spring, Tatum noted the three in-state schools were off to a good start in his recruitment. He took spring visits to each and has already been to Coral Gables this fall. Tatum is expected at Doak Campbell Stadium on Oct. 4 when FSU hosts Miami.
The trench monster previously gave some insight into what will ultimately factor into his college decision:
“My relationship with coaches is big,” Tatum said. “That and education are what I am looking for the most. When football is over, I want to have that education. In school, I want to be around good people.”
Tatum on Florida, FSU, Miami
The junior blue-chipper dished on the Gators, Seminoles and Hurricanes back in March when speaking with Simmons:
Florida: “At Florida, I like how the coaches run the program. They really prioritize the offensive line I feel like. I talk to coach Napier, coach Sale and some of the assistants. What stands out about Florida the most is how they work together as a group.
Florida State: “I like coach Norvell a lot at Florida State. I really like how he talks to people and how he tries to build relationships. The team under coach Norvell feels like a family. I knew coach Hand at UCF, so we have a good relationship too. He is a great O-line guy.”