
Seminoles Unveil Fall Depth Chart Ahead of New Season
A look at the key position battles and emerging talent shaping the Seminoles' offensive lineup.
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A look at the key position battles and emerging talent shaping the Seminoles' offensive lineup.
Six Florida State athletes have distinguished themselves during fall camp, with senior Samuel Singleton Jr., freshman Jasen Lopez, and others drawing praise as the team prepares for its first preseason scrimmage at Doak Campbell Stadium.

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.

Under head coach Dan Mullen, UNLV has posted a 30‑win stretch and is poised to contend for the Mountain West title with a high‑scoring offense led by Jackson Arnold and Jai'Den Thomas, while defensive upgrades seek to tighten a unit that struggled against elite offenses.

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.

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 2026 All-Mountain West Team showcases UNLV's dominance with 19 selections, while other programs also earn significant representation.

The Seminoles enter 2026 with high expectations, relying on quarterback Ashton Daniels, defensive twins Mandrell and Darryll Desir, and tight end Landen Thomas to turn pressure into performance.

Key players are under scrutiny, and their performances will determine whether the Seminoles can rise above last season's disappointments.

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.

Ahead of their August 29 showdown with Memphis, the Rebels boast fifteen players on the 2026 Preseason All-Mountain West teams, highlighted by standout performances from Jai'Den 'Jet' Thomas, Austin Boyd and others.

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.