Overview
- Mandrell and Darryll Desir will stay at Florida State for the 2026 season after reversing their transfer plans, according to their representation.
- LAASportsEnt told CBS Sports the twins agreed to sizable NIL deals to remain at FSU, though financial terms were not disclosed.
- The freshmen edge rushers were ranked among the top players in the transfer portal before opting to withdraw.
- Mandrell earned freshman All-America honors and posted 30 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks, while Darryll recorded 23 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss and one sack.
- Their return adds needed depth to a defensive line that has lost players, reinforcing FSU’s front for 2026.