Florida State adds Troy Silberzahn to its 2028 recruiting class, second pledge announced this cycle

Florida State has landed another commitment in the 2028 recruiting class. Three-star tight end Troy Silberzahn committed to the Seminoles on Tuesday, according to Yahoo Sports. The pledge marks the second reported addition for Florida State in this recruiting cycle, following an earlier commitment made last month by three-star athlete Chayse Brown.

For Florida State, the tight end position is a key piece of the modern college passing game, both as a route runner over the middle and as a complement in the run game. Silberzahn’s decision gives the Seminoles another option to develop at a position group that can influence red-zone efficiency and third-down packages, especially as coordinators look for mismatches against linebackers and safeties.

The timing of the commitments also provides a glimpse into how the program is approaching its longer-range recruiting planning. With Brown arriving first and Silberzahn following shortly afterward, Florida State is shaping its 2028 haul by stacking skill-position talent rather than spreading attention too widely across every need at once.

While both prospects are rated as three-star players by the outlet reporting the commitments, the most important detail from a recruiting perspective is that the class is already taking shape with positional diversity. Brown is listed as an athlete, a label that often corresponds to players who can be used in multiple ways depending on size, speed, and scheme fit, whereas Silberzahn is specifically identified as a tight end. That combination can help a staff build more flexibility on offense as incoming classes are translated to the college level.

Recruiting timelines can shift quickly. Commitments do not always translate into final rosters if a prospect reconsiders later in the process, and additional offers or visits can change the landscape for both Florida State and its targets. At this stage, though, Florida State’s reported momentum in the 2028 cycle is straightforward: the Seminoles have at least two commitments on the board from players identified as three-star talents.

The next thing to watch is how Florida State uses these early 2028 pledges as the class develops. Whether the program continues to prioritize tight end recruiting, expands its board at complementary positions, or targets more versatile offensive skill players will likely determine what the final shape of the 2028 group looks like. For now, Silberzahn’s commitment provides a clear starting point for Florida State’s tight end plans in a cycle that is beginning to solidify.