The offseason has seen the Florida State Seminoles lose six running backs, with four entering the transfer portal and two completing their college careers. The departure leaves a significant void in the backfield, but the program is already looking ahead to the next chapter.
Head coach Kam Martin, who was hired to oversee the running backs room for the 2026 campaign, will guide a group that includes three fresh faces: Quintrevion Wisner, Gemari Sands and Amari Thomas. Each brings a different skill set, from power running to receiving threats, aiming to restore depth and versatility.
A Revamped Backfield
CBS Sports analyst Austin Nivison has already labeled the Seminoles' backfield as a strength, citing the potential of returning contributors Ousmane Kromah and Samuel Singleton Jr. Kromah posted a 5.7‑yard average per carry in 2025, while Singleton Jr. surged to 7.1 yards per rush in the final four games of the season.
Wisner, a former Texas standout, is currently recuperating from a hamstring injury but is expected to bring game‑changing explosiveness once fully healthy. Sands, who can line up as both a rusher and a receiver, has impressed during spring camp, while Thomas is ahead of schedule after a standout preseason.
The Seminoles open the 2026 season on August 29 against New Mexico State, a matchup that will serve as the first test of the revamped ground attack. Fans will be watching closely to see how the new pieces mesh with the returning talent.