
Seminoles’ Final Scrimmage Highlights Depth Ahead of Season Opener
Florida State's second preseason scrimmage revealed standout performances on both sides of the ball, setting the stage for the upcoming matchup with New Mexico State.
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Florida State's second preseason scrimmage revealed standout performances on both sides of the ball, setting the stage for the upcoming matchup with New Mexico State.

Florida State is reshaping its defensive backfield with new coaches, transfers and retained leaders as it aims to improve on last season's inconsistencies.

Florida State's defensive backfield receives a major infusion of talent as the Seminoles lock in two four-star recruits and keep a high-profile prospect on their radar.

Florida State University's football program has secured a trio of top defensive backs, reinforcing its secondary ahead of the 2028 recruiting cycle.

With the season opener against New Mexico State looming, Florida State's defense is undergoing a major transformation, blending experienced returnees with promising newcomers.

Florida State's 2026 recruiting class, ranked No. 17 nationally, is anchored by defensive standouts Kevin Wynn, Chauncey Kennon and emerging playmakers Devin Carter and Jasen Lopez, who could reshape the team's depth chart.

Florida State will enter the 2026 campaign with a dramatically expanded roster, featuring 63 new players, including 52 freshmen, and a strategy to stay within NCAA scholarship caps through grandfathered provisions.

Florida State enters 2026 with high hopes, relying on pivotal performances from the left tackle, cornerback and linebacker groups to turn roster overhaul into tangible success.

Kamarion Johnson, a three‑star safety from Georgia, has cut his list to Florida State, Florida and Cincinnati, and will visit each in June after reopening his recruitment.