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The Seminoles took to the field in full pads on Friday, giving fans a first look at the revamped offense led by coordinator Tim Harris Jr. and a host of returning starters.
Florida State tight end Landen Thomas enters his third season with a focus on health and performance, aiming to expand his role in an offense that traditionally features dynamic tight ends.
Florida State's tight end room welcomes experienced transfer Desirrio Riles alongside promising talents Landen Thomas and Chase Loftin, as the program seeks to fill the void left by Randy Pittman Jr. and strengthen blocking for quarterback Ashton Daniels.
After a wave of offseason departures, Florida State's tight end position is being reshaped by experienced transfer Desirrio Riles and emerging prospects Landen Thomas and Chase Loftin, with fall camp set to determine their roles in a rebuilt offensive scheme.
Twelve Florida State football players are among the prospects for the 2027 East‑West Shrine Bowl, reflecting a balanced mix of offense, defense, newcomers and transfers.
With Ashton Daniels slated to start at quarterback and several key battles unfolding at running back, receiver and tight end, Florida State is shaping a fresh offensive identity ahead of the upcoming season.
Florida State is reshaping its tight end corps with a mix of home‑grown talent and early commitments, pinning hopes on young prospects like AJ Criss while navigating health concerns for Desirrio Riles, Landen Thomas and Chase Loftin.
Florida State University is focusing on recruiting young talent for their tight end position ahead of the 2026 season, as their current roster is thin and will lose players. They have recently offered a scholarship to AJ Criss, a 6-foot-7, 205-pound tight end from Texas, who had an impressive sophomore season with 34 receptions for 574 yards and 8 touchdowns. Florida State currently holds two commitments for their 2028 class, which is ranked No. 7 in the country.
The NCAA's recent eligibility change grants Division I student‑athletes a fifth year of play, reshaping roster planning for programs like Florida State, where seven seniors could extend their collegiate careers.
Florida State added eight new commitments in June, yet its 2027 class remains outside the top 50. This piece examines the standout recruits — Ta'Shawn Poole, DaJohn Yarborough and Colton Johnson — and the programs vying for their signatures.
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.
EA Sports is set to launch College Football 27 in early July, featuring 71 Florida State Seminoles players but leaving 39 out due to an 85‑player roster cap. The omissions include quarterbacks Malachi Marshall and Jaden O'Neal, freshman standout Chuck Kennon, and several other key athletes, shaping early expectations for dynasty mode and prompting talk of future roster expansions.
Florida State University’s baseball program celebrates two All‑American selections, highlights ERA leadership, and looks ahead to a challenging roster transition.
The Seminoles enter 2026 with a mobile quarterback, a talent‑laden skill group and a coach whose adaptability could define the team's identity.
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.