The Florida State Seminoles are preparing for another run in the Atlantic Coast Conference and have reloaded through recruiting and the NCAA Transfer Portal to replace talent lost in the 2024 NFL Draft. With additions such as Oregon State transfer quarterback DJ Uiagalelei, Alabama running back Roydell Williams, defensive end Marvin Jones, Jr. and a host of other talented transfers, the odds are in favor of an ACC title repeat FSU.
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The Sporting News recently released another addition to its preseason top 25, and the Seminoles finished in the top 10 at No. 7.
“The Seminoles were snubbed from the CFP after winning the ACC last season, but that doesn’t diminish what coach Mike Norvell has accomplished,” Bill Bender of The Sporting News wrote. “Florida State stayed busy in the transfer portal with 17 additions”.
While adding talented transfers will be crucial to Florida State’s success, the program’s recruiting efforts have helped build a foundation for years to come. All-conference running back Patrick Payton should pair well with Jones, Jr. off the edge, and running back Lawrance Toafili will undoubtedly be an impact player alongside wide receiver Hykeem Williams.
“Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei, a former Clemson quarterback who played at Oregon State last season, has pro potential, but will need to show it in an offense that added Alabama running back Roydell Williams to pair with Lawrance Toafili,” Bender continued. “Sophomore receiver Hykeem Williams will be a big star this year. Edge rusher Patrick Payton and Georgia transfer Marvin Jones will lead an aggressive defense. Florida State led the ACC in scoring offense (34.6) and scoring defense (15.9) in 2023”.
The only higher-ranked team on FSU’s regular-season roster is Notre Dame at No. 5. The ‘Noles will face the Fighting Irish on the road at the season finale on Nov. 9. Meanwhile, Florida State will face the best. In-state rival Clemson at home on Oct. 5, who was ranked No. 14.
With fall camp quickly approaching, preseason predictions will likely change. Injuries and reports may influence expert opinions, but the outlook for the ‘Noles is bright.
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