Previewing FSU running back target Gary Walker's commitment

Four-star prospect Gary Walker is one of the top running backs in the country, and schools across the country are recruiting the Fairburn, Georgia, product. One of the schools recruiting him the hardest is the FSU Seminoles, and they are a finalist for the talented tailback.

Walker is set to make his commitment on Wednesday between the Seminoles, Clemson Tigers, Penn State Nittany Lions, Virginia Tech Hokies, and Stanford Cardinal. They have prioritized him for months now, and would love to pair him with new quarterback commit Logan Falherty. Walker is one of their top remaining running back targets, and his explosiveness would be a great fit for their offense if they can get it done.

He had a breakout junior season at Creekside High School, helping lead them to a state championship. He finished the year with 178 carries for 1,669 yards and 20 touchdowns in 14 games. He averaged 9.4 yards per carry and 119.2 yards per game.

Here’s everything you need to know about Walker's recruitment before he makes his commitment on Wednesday.

When will Gary Walker commit?

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The 6'0 205 RB from Atlanta, GA is ranked as the NO. 1 RB in the State of Georgia (per 247sports)

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Walker is scheduled to make his commitment on Wednesday, May 20. He has not revealed what time he will be making his commitment.

The finalists

• FSU Seminoles
• Clemson Tigers
• Penn State Nittany Lions
• Virginia Tech Hokies
• Stanford Cardinal

Gary Walker's recruitment

The Seminoles extended Walker a scholarship offer on Oct. 23, 2025, becoming one of the first power conference schools to become involved in his recruitment. He has visited Tallahassee twice in 2026, attending a Junior Day in January and a spring practice in March. He has scheduled an official visit for June 19, but his commitment could change that.

Recruiting ranking

Prediction

My Pick: Clemson Tigers

FSU has missed out on several key running back targets this cycle, and I'm expecting that trend to continue on Wednesday. While the Seminoles have been recruiting him longer than Clemson, the Tigers are seen as the favorites and look poised to land Walker.

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