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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.
After two turbulent seasons, the Seminoles have rebuilt around seasoned talent, from quarterback Ashton Daniels to offensive lineman Xavier Chaplin, positioning themselves to compete for a bowl berth and a higher ACC standing.
The Florida State Seminoles have seen a series of high‑profile decommitments in May, most recently the loss of four‑star offensive lineman Elijah Morrison to Clemson, prompting a shift in focus toward other prospects as the class rankings linger near the bottom tier.
With quarterback Ashton Daniels set to take the first snap, a deep receiving corps led by Duce Robinson and a revamped offensive line, Florida State looks to sharpen its attack under head coach Mike Norvell.
A look at the projected starters at quarterback, receiver, tight end and along the offensive line, highlighting key returning players and emerging talent.