Florida State’s football program has endured a challenging stretch, posting a 7‑17 record over the past two seasons and facing increasing scrutiny as the pressure mounts to return to winning ways.
A New Era of Playmakers
Among the most anticipated contributors is Duce Robinson, a receiver who topped the nation with 1,081 yards and six touchdowns last year, positioning him as a cornerstone for the offense.
Defensively, Mandrell Desir emerged as a Freshman All‑American, recording 6.5 sacks and 30 tackles, while Ousmane Kromah, a 6‑1 tailback, combined 408 rushing yards with 147 receiving yards as a freshman, adding versatility to the backfield.
At linebacker, Chris Jones brings a proven track record of 134 tackles at Southern Miss, bringing experience and leadership to a unit eager for stability.
Speedster Michai Danzy caught 27 passes for 571 yards and three touchdowns in just 12 games, and transfer Ma'Khi Jones from Duke contributed 35 tackles, a sack, a forced fumble and a recovery, underscoring the depth of talent across the roster.
Coach Mike Norvell and his staff have emphasized player development, integrating newcomers like Ashton Daniels, Tommy Castellanos, Darrell Jackson, Tony White, Tre Wisnor, Izayia Williams, Earl Little Jr. and Liam Rooney into a competitive scheme that aims to translate talent into wins.
With a blend of seasoned veterans and fresh faces, the Seminoles hope to convert their promising talent into a turnaround that could rejuvenate the fan base and restore the program’s national relevance.