ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 05: Derwin James #3 of the Florida State Seminoles reacts after a play against the Mississippi Rebels during the Camping World Kickoff at Camping World Stadium on September 5, 2016 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

After frustrating 2016 campaign, returning Florida State standout shares promising recovery videos

Head coach Jimbo Fisher shut him down over the final stretch of the season following a standout freshman year.

Florida State defensive back Derwin James played in just two games in 2016 after an electrifying freshman season, but it appears he's already nearing full health after suffering a torn meniscus.

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Head coach Jimbo Fisher shut him down over the final stretch of the season following a standout freshman year where he racked up 91 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 9.5 tackles for loss and two forced fumbles.

The No. 1 safety in the 2015 class shared a message earlier in November to Florida State fans, and it looks like he's taken that note seriously:

Florida State is expected to be a top contender in 2017.