- Good News: Four-Star QB Rocco Becht Shocks Iowa State With Decommitment, Flips Commitment to Florida State
The news broke like a thunderclap across the college football world. Four-star quarterback Rocco Becht, long considered a lock for Iowa State, had pulled off the unthinkable. In a stunning twist, Becht announced his decommitment from the Cyclones and revealed his new allegiance to the Florida State Seminoles.
Rocco’s journey to this decision was anything but straightforward. For months, he had been the centerpiece of Iowa State’s 2025 recruiting class, hailed as the quarterback of the future. The son of a former NFL tight end, Becht had impressed scouts with his poise, arm strength, and football IQ. Fans in Ames had already begun dreaming of Big 12 championships with Rocco at the helm.
But the tides began to shift in early November. Whispers of interest from powerhouse programs like Florida State, Vanderbilt, and Michigan began to circulate. While many dismissed it as typical recruiting chatter, Rocco’s inner circle knew he was re-evaluating his options.
“I wanted to make sure I was making the best decision for my future,” Rocco explained during his announcement. “Iowa State is a great program, but after visiting Florida State and talking with Coach Norvell, it just felt like home.”
The announcement itself was pure spectacle. Rocco stood in his high school gymnasium, flanked by his parents and coaches, a row of hats from Iowa State, Vanderbilt, Michigan, and Florida State displayed on a table before him. After a heartfelt speech thanking Iowa State for their belief in him, he grabbed the garnet-and-gold Florida State hat, eliciting a roar from the crowd.
Florida State fans erupted on social media, celebrating the addition of a marquee quarterback to their already stellar class. Rocco’s decision sent shockwaves through the recruiting landscape, with analysts praising Florida State for pulling off a coup.
For Iowa State, the news was bittersweet. While the program wished Rocco well, the loss was a gut punch for a team on the rise. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt and Michigan, both in the running until the last moment, were left to recalibrate their recruiting plans.
As for Rocco, he’s already looking ahead. “I’m excited to be part of the Seminole family,” he said. “It’s time to get to work and bring another championship to Tallahassee.”
Florida State fans couldn’t agree more. With Rocco Becht now in their corner, the future looked brighter than ever.
