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July 3, 2025, 7:50 AM

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FSU FOOTBALL:

Where did Lindy's Sports pick FSU to finish in the ACC?

Florida State s Doak Campbell Stadium named one of the ACC s most hostile venues

Seminoles rave about FSU QB Tommy Castellanos in new Climb episode

AJ McCarron Slams Thomas Castellanos Stupidity After His Blunt Nick Saban Comment

Jaylen King explains his initial impression of Gus Malzahn in FSU offense

Antonio Cromartie Jr. explains recruitment to FSU, following in his father's footsteps

Florida State s Antonio Cromartie Jr. boldly states goal to surpass his dad

NIL spending soars as House settlement goes into effect: How will FSU spend its money?

'This is all brand new': FSU must also protect itself in new NIL era

"The days of Florida State are numbered" - Urban Meyer drops major repercussions of Seminoles' revenue-sharing contracts amid national scrutiny

5 things we learned about FSU from College Football 26 demo

See FSU's pre-release player ratings for College Football 26

Florida State s top QB performance since 2019? Jordan Travis earns the nod

Florida State pulls off upset over Ohio State in landing 4-star

Seminoles land 4-star Georgia defensive end Earnest Rankins

FSU pulls off another big one as elite DL Earnest Rankins commits to 'Noles

FSU defensive coaches have fun on social media after landing huge commitment

Social media reacts to FSU's football landing a 4-star DL over Auburn

FSU defensive line recruiting the best its been in a LONG time with latest addition

Top wide receiver prospect puts FSU on shortlist before commitment

3 positions that I am worried about for the Seminoles' 2026 recruiting class

Mike Norvell is shoving Hugh Freeze in "a locker" during the 2026 recruiting cycle

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UP NEXT:

ESPN names under-the-radar player for Alabama in 2025

Alabama jumps into Top 10 in 2026 football recruiting rankings after Cederian Morgan pledge

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FSU BASKETBALL:

Seminoles basketball going after four-star center Marcis Ponder

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FSU BASEBALL:

FSU baseball continues to stockpile arms from the transfer portal, what about offense?

They will be loaded on the mound. They need help on offense too.

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

A look at Florida State Seminoles on NFL rosters as NFL Training Camp gets set to open

Argos sign running back Khalan Laborn

From the NFL to neurosurgery: Dr. Myron Rolle shares his journey

Some Giants Personnel Preferred Jameis Winston To Russell Wilson

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Troubling Malik Beasley debt details emerge with NBA star embroiled in gambling probe

ESPN's reporter points out the key red flag that triggered the investigation into Malik Beasley: "When they move the odds and the bettors just keep betting it"

MVP Natasha Howard leads Fever to Commissioner's Cup win vs. Lynx

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With the eighth overall pick, the Blue Jays could select Jamie Arnold?

Kevin Cash faces pivotal moment as Tampa Bay Rays eye AL East lead amidst pitching woes

Yankees reliever Luke Weaver calls for catcher s interference infractions to be limited

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OTHER FSU NEWS:

Champs Chance partnering with FSU football to raise money for dogs in need

The money will go toward medical needs for more than 100 dogs

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

Duke lands in-state safety over ACC rivals

2025 Louisville Football Position Breakdown: Offensive Line

Miami Football 2025 Outlook: Best and Worst Case Scenarios for the Hurricanes

UNC's Offensive Line Among the ACC's Best?

Former Tar Heels Football Player Describes Life Around Bill Belichick

Florida State University football player Gavin Blackwell, who transferred from North Carolina, opened up at a press conference recently about what it was like to be in a system with new coach Bill Belichick.

Fran Brown competing with Deion Sanders to flip offensive lineman

Road To CFB Visits A Wake Forest Football Game Day

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ACC BASKETBALL:

West Virginia Reportedly Nearing Two-Year Neutral Court Series with Wake Forest

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ACC BASEBALL:

Every ACC Player To Be Named An All-American For Baseball

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OTHER FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL/BASEBALL/MISC NEWS
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OTHER FOOTBALL:

Sleeper players for college football's top 25 teams in 2025

Big 12 killing its football preseason media poll isn t about the poll itself (just ask the Big Ten)

How the SEC and Big Ten differ in dealing with the media

5 College Football Quarterbacks Who Could Lose Their Starting Job Early in 2025

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Florida Gators' Billy Napier set to be met with unfair expectations in 2025

Can Florida football QB DJ Lagway lift UF to new heights in 2025?

4-star Florida DL commits to Gators over Florida State, Texas

Kentucky to eliminate faculty, staff ticket discounts in wake of revenue sharing

LSU football makes pitch to NCAA for jersey advertisements

South Carolina football earns huge recruiting win over pair of ACC schools

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UCA to opt out of House settlement

Under New Coordinator John Butler, Nebraska's Defense Might Have More of an NFL Look

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Kentucky Basketball Spending Big in NIL Era

Cooper Flagg Inks Contract With Dallas Mavericks, Could Earn Up To $62.7M

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MISC COLLEGE NEWS:

How college athletes will get paid in new revenue-sharing era

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July 2, 2025, 11:10 AM

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FSU FOOTBALL:

FSU football staffer sends strong message about Mike Norvell

FSU football and Colorado Buffaloes Deion Sanders tied to bold prediction

This would be an interesting matchup.

FSU keeps momentum going as 2027 tight end Connor Winn commits to 'Noles

Defensive end target has less than ideal update for FSU football

FSU gets crystal ball prediction to land commitment from elite DL

FSU is hoping for better injury luck on the OL this season

Who are the attainable FSU football targets deciding in July?

Auburn, FSU, Florida highlight most impactful recruiting flips in June

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FSU BASKETBALL:

Seminole Men s Basketball Team To Play At Florida Nov. 11

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FSU BASEBALL:

Bailey Earns Third Freshman First Team All-America Honor

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Miles Russell follows Brooks Koepka s Florida State path in ..

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Grading Steelers-Dolphins blockbuster trade: Jalen Ramsey, Minkah Fitzpatrick, and Jonnu Smith all dealt

Will the 49ers Sign Free Agent Cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.?

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The Malik Beasley gambling investigation started 18 months ago

NBA's Malik Beasley sued for $2.25M by sports agency for breach of contract, alleged unpaid loan amid federal gambling probe

Vassell joins NBA players wanting to play for Jamaica

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Buster Posey sticks with Giants coaches despite baserunning, hitting struggles

Mariners' Cal Raleigh belts MLB-leading 33rd homer before July

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The rise of Paul Azinger, and how Team USA righted the Ryder Cup chaos

The situation looked about as hopeless as possible for the Americans in 2008, but Paul Azinger and his "pods" system changed the competition forever

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OTHER FSU NEWS:

FSU unveils new master s degree track in computational linguistics for Fall 2025

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

ACC quarterback rankings for 2025 college football season include two playoff starters

Who are the Top Offensive Lineman in the ACC Entering the 2025 Season?

NCAA Dominance! Clemson Leads Nation with EIGHT Athlon All-Americans

ESPN Expert Says Cade Klubnik is the Next Baker Mayfield And a No. 1 Pick

Georgia Tech football to sport new uniforms for upcoming season

2025 Louisville Football Position Breakdown: Offensive Line

ACC school picked for CFP appearance, and it's not Clemson

Vince Marrow Louisville football contract details revealed. GM's salary, bonuses, terms

UNC: Cunningham extended, Newmark future AD/

Pitt LB Kyle Louis named a Walter Camp preseason All-American

Trailblazing college football coach, Rose Bowl Hall of Famer dies at 93

Wake Forest has announced that former head coach Bill Tate, who was a trailblazer in the world of college ...

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ACC BASKETBALL:

KU basketball learns first 2 opponents for Players Era tournament in Las Vegas

Notre Dame, led by third-year coach Micah Shrewsberry, will be playing KU for the first time since the 1987-88.

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ACC BASEBALL:

Notre Dame's Bino Watters named to D1Baseball s freshman All-America second-team

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OTHER ACC NEWS:

Cal Softball: Mass Transfer Departures

The resignation of Cal softball head coach Chelsea Spencer on June 23, just four months after she signed a contract extension, only hinted at the dramatic change.

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OTHER FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL/BASEBALL/MISC NEWS
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OTHER FOOTBALL:

Heisman Trophy sleepers: Five unlikely contenders for college football's top award

How NIL Spending Is Reshaping College Football s Competitive Landscape

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Ole Miss Rebels and Lane Kiffin boast shockingly high odds to make the College Football Playoff ahead of 2025 season

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Michigan Predicted To Land Five-Star WR Over Oregon, FSU From Insider

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

College basketball conference realignment 2025-26: Which teams are officially changing leagues on July 1

Men's NCAA basketball early top 25 rankings: Impact newcomers

Gonzaga draws SEC and Big Ten opponents for NIL-driven college basketball tournament

Transfer Ta Niya Latson sets major goal in first season with South Carolina

Ta'Niya Latson reveals why she picked South Carolina, Dawn Staley over UConn, LSU, Tennessee

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SPORTS IN THE COURTS:

Suit accusing BYU QB Retzlaff of rape dismissed

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July 1, 2025, 7:50 AM

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FSU FOOTBALL:

Florida State enters 'new industry' of paying players. Who knows how any of this will go?

'This is all brand new': FSU must also protect itself in new NIL era

2025 FSU Position Previews: Offensive line

Thomas Castellanos Talks Trash About Alabama, Florida State Recruiting News

Jaylen King describes his mindset after transferring to FSU, moving to backup QB role

How FSU football reunited childhood teammates, RBs Ousmane Kromah, Kam Davis

FSU football's Gavin Sawchuk may be the new guy, but he's more than ready to lead RBs

Florida State recruiting staff salaries revealed

Former FSU great WR shares unbelievable story about Steve Spurrier

Anquan Boldin decided against playing for the legendary Gators coach

FSU might finally take a full recruiting class in the Mike Norvell era

The most commits ever for Mike Norvell at the end of June

FSU exits June with the No. 11 ranked recruiting class according to 247Sports

FSU standing out to elite 2027 safety from Georgia

Top running back target changes commitment timeline after FSU visit

Is FSU in the mix for four-star defensive line prospect?

Auburn has been in the lead for Earnest Rankins but the Seminoles are charging strong

Florida State QB pledge breaks down decision to join Seminoles

QB commit Jaden O'Neal believes FSU is the right fit for him and his skillset.

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UP NEXT:

EJ Manuel highlights importance of FSU s opener vs. Alabama

Did FSU QB Thomas Castellanos' Comments Ignite Alabama's Recent Recruiting Run?

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FSU BASEBALL:

Florida State Seminoles baseball transfer portal tracker: Who is in, out of program

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Four Seminoles Named To WGCA All-American Scholar Team

Miles Russell of Jacksonville Beach, the No. 1 junior golfer in America, commits to FSU

Who is Miles Russell? Charlie Woods' main rival confirms plan to follow Brooks Koepka's path into golf

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Newly-signed running back Cam Akers has already changed his jersey number

Insider Reveals Jets Jermaine Johnson Fill-in Plan

FSU legend Jalen Ramsey traded to Steelers in stunning deal

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Social media trolls are having fun discussing this former Seminole basketball player

Yikes... this doesn't look good.

Sports betting scandal timeline: Which players have been involved in investigations?

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Parker Messick to compete in All-Star Futures Game

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

ACC football recruiting rankings: Where all 17 teams stand in 2026 class standings after June official visits

Ravenwood 2026 QB Femi Babalola commits to Boston College football

Can Georgia Tech break through in college football s new era? Why Brent Key believes

Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram take under on Miami s 9.5 win total in 2025

Bergen Catholic football star commits to North Carolina, Bill Belichick

SMU Athletics Shatters Revenue Records Amid ACC Rise

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ACC BASKETBALL:

Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel credits Duke for improvement as a player

UNC Set to Welcome Duke Basketball Target for Official Visit

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OTHER FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL/BASEBALL/MISC NEWS
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OTHER FOOTBALL:

Texas State officially joins Pac-12 as rebuilding conference gets needed football addition

Texas State s addition ends Pac-12 s long Lone Star pursuit

Big Ten stands by controversial proposal

Why Big Ten will regret bullying SEC on its college football schedule

How To FIX College Football's Transfer Portal

Does Fox Sports hate college football? (And more sports media questions, answered)

College football 2026 recruiting: June winners, big questions and what's next

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Gators win football recruiting trail in June against state rivals

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Illinois head coach Bret Bielema calls out tampering in college football

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Popular college basketball video game returning in 2028

Charlie Ward building roster for debut season with Rattlers

Kentucky basketball handled NIL payments with maturity. Revenue-sharing era will be same

Some Wisconsin men s basketball season ticket prices jumping 46% over next two seasons

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OTHER BASEBALL:

LSU Baseball Outfielder, Former No. 1 Prospect in Kansas Enters Transfer Portal

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SPORTS IN THE COURTS:

College sports NIL revenue sharing figure being questioned by settlement plaintiffs

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MISC COLLEGE NEWS:

Was the SEC college sports top conference in 2024-25?

Meet Bryan Seeley, the man in charge of policing the new world of college sports

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June 30, 2025, 2:56 PM

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FSU FOOTBALL:

The FSU Seminoles were well represented on Lindy's Sports Preseason All-ACC Teams

Best and worst-case scenarios for FSU football in 2025 show massive contrast

This is who College Football 26 has as the best FSU football player on the roster...

Elite QB Jaden O'Neal commit explains why he chose FSU

Elite 2027 quarterback likes how Mike Norvell coaches

Elite athlete has FSU in top four

FSU football flip target Jamarion Matthews closes recruitment

Will he choose FSU? 5-star cornerback target sticks to his July commitment date

Ole Miss Football, Colorado Buffaloes and Florida State in the Mix for Elite Recruit

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UP NEXT:

Former Alabama QB details biggest challenge Tide will face against Florida State

Alabama lands top 3 OLB Xavier Griffin for 2026 class

Alabama football nabs 5-star ex-USC commit over Ohio State, Texas, Florida State

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FSU BASEBALL:

FSU Baseball adds fifth and sixth transfer pitchers this offseason

Baseball adds Virginia transfer Bryson Moore to portal class

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Keon Coleman and these two Bills have something major to prove in training camp

New Jacksonville Jaguars' defense presents a first for CB Jarrian Jones

EJ Manuel hits back at Arch Manning criticism and goes after Florida sports icon

The ex-Florida State Seminoles quarterback rushed to the defence of the 21-year-old Arch

EJ Manuel calls out Steve Spurrier over viral Arch Manning take

Proposed trade sends former FSU star, ex-Rams Super Bowl champ Jalen Ramsey to Chargers

Jared Verse hates Eagles fans, but calls them the best opposing fan base

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Malik Beasley at center of gambling investigation; Pistons pause deal talks with free agent

Detroit gauging trade market amid Malik Beasley investigation

NBA rising star Vassell in Montego Bay for basketball clinic

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Paul Azinger says the PGA of America have made a mistake ahead of the 2025 Ryder Cup

Golf Fans Calling Out Brooks Koepka For 'Unacceptable' Behavior

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

CBS Sports outlines best and worst-case scenarios for Clemson football in 2025

Four-Star Defender Picks Clemson

National outlet sets ceiling and floor for what Miami Hurricanes can reach in 2024, and it seems they hit the nail on the head

Virginia Tech Football Preview 2025: Can Brent Pry Finally Make the Hokies Contenders?

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ACC BASKETBALL:

UNC Basketball: 2025-26 Non-Conference Schedule officially released

Whether anyone wants it or not, NCAA Tournament expansion would be good for Syracuse basketball

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ACC BASEBALL:

Xavier Transfer Ben Weber Commits To Virginia Tech Baseball

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OTHER FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL/BASEBALL/MISC NEWS
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OTHER FOOTBALL:

There's Growing Push For College GameDay To Change Week 1 Destination

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BYU Quarterback Facing Major 7-Game Suspension

Jake Retzlaff faces suspension, future uncertain after sexual assault civil suit

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

The 14 years which changed Los Angeles college sports forever

LeBron James formally opts in for a 23rd season, will make $52.6M in 2025-26

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OTHER BASEBALL:

Texas' Dylan Volantis named Baseball America s national freshman of the year

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MISC COLLEGE NEWS:

What Happens to NCAA Athletes Now?

NCAA Faces Backlash After Proposed Rule Changes on Sports Betting

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June 29, 2025, 7:50 AM

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FSU FOOTBALL:

Is Florida State's revenue-sharing contract excessive? Some experts seem to think so

Florida State's 2025 Outlook: Breaking Down the Seminoles' Over/Under Win Total

Former Alabama star sends stern message to FSU s Tommy Castellanos

This defensive back prospect had an intriguing path to Florida State

Key FSU DL target sets commitment date

FSU 'shouldn't be ruled out' for 5-star WR Calvin Russell

Recent FSU offensive line commit receives underwhelming initial composite ranking

FSU offers elite 2027 QB from Georgia

OL Wilson Zierer names Florida State in top three

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UP NEXT:

Ty Simpson gets real on why he couldn t leave Alabama football

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FSU BASKETBALL:

Four-star point guard prospect Aaron Britt Jr talks Florida State and recruitment

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FSU BASEBALL:

Hard-throwing reliever commits to FSU baseball

FSU Baseball earns commitment from Oregon transfer Cole Stokes

Stokes' fastball runs up to 99 MPH.

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Hungarian Nationals Finalist Dominik Kaiser Headed to Florida State University This Fall

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Jets' Defense Gets Massive 2025 Boost With Return of Jermaine Johnson

Chief s Janarius Robinson returns home for annual camp

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Terance Mann laughs off final moments with Hawks as organization quickly moves on

Wizards Intriguing Second-Round Pick Fills Clear Need

Natasha Howard keeps it real about Caitlin Clark: "You're not alone anymore"

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Cash a value bet to win AL Manager of the Year

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Luke Clanton Shares His Thoughts On The Being A Pro

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

Cade Klubnik Turns $3.4M NIL Payday Into Community Giveback With Unique Deal

Clemson football s Cade Klubnik reflects on return to Manning Passing Academy

Clemson boosts defense with huge 4-star recruiting win over rival Miami

2025 Louisville Football Position Breakdown: Running Back

2025 Louisville Football Position Breakdown: Wide Receiver

Opposing Coach Criticizes Culture at Miami Under Mario Cristobal

NC State Football Makes Final Three for Top-Shelf Tight End

Jon Gruden praises SMU QB Kevin Jennings at Manning Passing Academy

Predictions for a pivotal 2025 Cavalier's football season

Wake Forest Football Opponent Preview: Kennesaw State Owls

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OTHER FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL/BASEBALL/MISC NEWS
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OTHER FOOTBALL:

Tennessee's 2022 Win Over Alabama Named Best Game of College Football Playoff Era

What if football teams had to recruit their fans?

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Former NFL QB Says Arch Manning is 'Doing All The Right Things'

4-star WR target Madison Williams locks down his commitment with an SEC program

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Why Deion Sanders Should Move on From Coaching at Colorado

Florida State legacy commits to Ohio State in heartbreaking fashion

On Wednesday evening, three-star offensive tackle Aaron Thomas committed to Ohio State over FSU, Texas A&M, Texas, and Washington.

Ohio State s shameful abandonment of its athletes: Ted Diadiun

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Knicks rumors: New York interested in Dawn Staley for head coaching job

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