Florida State Football: 5 players to watch in 2017 spring game

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A native of Bradenton, Florida, Joshua Kaindoh was the No. 20 recruit in the country for the 2017 class. His size is impressive — Kaindoh is 6-foot-6 and 252 pounds. His massive size belies his outstanding athleticism.

Kaindoh has speed, which will be useful in the rush as well as in pass coverage. But his size will also mean that players that try to contain him will taste grass.

The ‘Noles will most likely play Kaindoh at strong-side defensive end, but his size and speed should make him an asset to the team in any case. Kaindoh was one of the top 10 players nationally. He was also a top-five defensive end and second-best player in the state of Florida, which is saying something.

The incoming freshman from IMG Academy was part of the All-USA Today first-team defense after he racked up impressive stats his senior season. Kaindoh chose FSU over Maryland, Penn State, Georgia, and Alabama.

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