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December 2, 2024, 7:50 AM

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY NEWS
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FSU FOOTBALL:

FSU's historic freefall ends, here's a look at the 2025 schedule

FSU s Mike Norvell vows to repair Seminoles broken program, and fast

Mike Norvell apologizes for 'awful' season, but is he the man to fix it?

WATCH: FSU football head coach Mike Norvell gives passionate rant on players leaving FSU

FSU football fans react to the Seminoles losing to the Florida Gators

13 Notes Regarding Florida State's Rivalry Loss To The Florida Gators

3 thoughts: Five-turnover display in FSU finale encapsulates cursed 2-10 season

Billy Napier Apologizes For Bench Clearing Brawl After Victory Over FSU

Watch: FSU head coach Mike Norvell throw UF flag during postgame scuffle

FSU moans about Florida Football's flag planting while ignoring their own glass house

FSU showed the most fight it did all season the moment their season ended

5 major ways Gus Malzahn changes the FSU offense immediately

FSU Fans, Former Players React To Likely Hiring Of Gus Malzahn As Offensive Coordinator

FSU QB commit Kevin Sperry excited to settle into new home and new offense

FSU projected to land in-state, 4-star edge

USF OT commit Sean Poret strongly considering FSU after official visit

FSU makes strong impression on 4-star Edge target and Ole Miss pledge Tylon Lee during official visit

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Noles Selected to Make 26th NCAA Tournament Appearance

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Brian Burns dedicated to Giants despite struggling team streak

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Terance Mann continues to give back to Lowell, Merrimack Valley

Yankees could replace Luke Weaver with $70 million Brewers star

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LIV Golf facing crucial point as it risks losing Brooks Koepka and Sergio Garcia

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

ACC championship game capsule: SMU vs. Clemson

ACC Football Review: Will SMU, Miami, Clemson Get Into College Football Playoff?

When Clemson got in ACC title game, Dabo Swinney got wild FaceTime from coach who made it happen

Dabo calls for change after Clemson-USC game ends with dangerous on-field scene

Dabo Swinney reveals hilarious Fran Brown FaceTime following Syracuse upset of Miami

NC State receiver entering transfer portal, first Pack player to announce departure

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ACC BASKETBALL:

ACC men's basketball power rankings: Duke stays on top, but Pitt's closing in

7. Florida State

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

Conference championship games are set. Previewing all nine matchups

Why college football would be better off without conference championship games | Adams

Ohio State, Miami, Clemson plummet in Top 25

How the earlier signing period is impacting college football recruiting

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3 things learned during Florida s 20-point win at FSU

Offense needs to start faster and what else Florida football learned from win over FSU

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Deion Sanders throws shade at FSU while explaining postseason plans

Big Ten fines Michigan, Ohio St. $100K for melee

Purdue fires Walters after winless Big Ten season

4,000-Yard ACC Quarterback Entering Transfer Portal: Report

WVU fires Brown after six seasons, 37-35 mark

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Men's College Basketball Scoreboard

Legendary St. John's coach Carnesecca dies at 99

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November 30, 2024, 7:50 AM

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY NEWS
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FSU FOOTBALL:

FSU football's Mike Norvell thinks offense will be more confident in FSU-Uf rivalry game

Gators have their QB of the future. Have the Seminoles found theirs?

FSU freshman Luke Kromenhoek continues his audition for the 2025 starting job Saturday.

Roommates To Rivals: Luke Kromenhoek, DJ Lagway Set Up Freshman Showdown For FSU, UF

Florida State football transfer portal tracker: Whose in, out of the Seminoles program

FSU loses receiver, return specialist to transfer portal

FSU recruiting: How the 2025 class is shaping up heading into the early signing period

Where FSU sits in 2025 recruiting rankings after landing 3-star JUCO wide receiver

The 10 Most Important Visitors at FSU this weekend

FSU extends new offer in 2025 class to SEC DB commit, who is expected to visit this weekend

FSU offers elite wide receiver committed to Big 12 team

Four-Star Safety Includes FSU Football In Top-10 Schools List

Deion Sanders takes apparent jab at Florida State for bowl game debacle

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UP NEXT:

Florida looks to close out regular season with a third straight win and first vs. FSU since 21

A Look at the History of the Florida Gators Rivalry with FSU

Now known as the Sunshine Showdown - the two teams began playing against each other in 1958, and it's become one of the nation's most well-known matchups.

5 major keys to pulling off upset over Florida Gators

Three areas of ineptitude for FSU that Florida Football can exploit on Saturday

Florida football injury update: DB Aaron Gates out for FSU

Football Power Index prediction strongly favors Florida vs. FSU

Florida football flips commit from Penn State, adds edge rusher to 2025 class

Another recruiting score for Florida football coach Billy Napier as 4-star DE flips from Penn State to UF

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FSU BASKETBALL:

Noles Down Missouri State, 97-66

Box score

Photo gallery

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Noles Close Out Wake Forest in Regular Season Finale

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Track and Field Announces 2025 Schedule

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Cam Akers Thankful for Every Step of Football Journey

Brian Burns was Giants' highest-graded player in Week 13 loss to Cowboys

Xavier Rhodes Opens Up On 'Rhodes Closed' and NFL Brotherhoodlk?"+}

Jameis Winston gets high praise from former HC and next opponent Sean Payton

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NBA Trade Rumors: Bulls' Patrick Williams Not Drawing 'Much Interest' from Team Execs

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'It's a lifestyle.': Former FSU runner Stan Linton returns home, wins Turkey Trot 15K

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

Preview: BC Looks to Continue Momentum in Regular Season Finale Against Pittsburgh

Texas-raised Cal players excited for visit to No. 9 SMU to close first ACC season

Georgia battles back to beat Ga. Tech in 8OT epic

Georgia Tech Squanders Opportunity to End Losing Streak To Georgia and Falls Just Short In Eight Overtime Game

Did Georgia's Dan Jackson commit targeting on QB Haynes King during forced fumble?

Key Detail About Georgia-Georgia Tech Referee Turns Heads

ACC's email blunder sparks Miami, Clemson controversy ahead of championship game

Nate Yarnell to start for Pitt at Boston College on Saturday

No. 9 SMU kept champion mindset in move to ACC and is already in title game before finale vs. Cal

How the Bill Walsh Legacy Game returned to Stanford, San Jose State football schedules

Antwaun Powell-Ryland transformed Hokies defense on his way to potential NFL career

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ACC BASKETBALL:

ACC Men's Basketball Scoreboard

Boston College Men s Basketball Snaps Five Game Winning Streak With Loss to Dartmouth

Proctor, Flagg help No. 11 Duke regroup from Kansas loss by beating Seattle 70-48

Should young Duke basketball be worried after losses to experienced Kansas, Kentucky?

Louisville Falls to Oklahoma in Battle 4 Atlantis Championship Game

Kasean Pryor leaves Louisville basketball Battle 4 Atlantis game vs Oklahoma with injury

Ahead of UNC basketball vs. Alabama in ACC/SEC Challenge, how can Hubert Davis fix the Tar Heels?

NC State Basketball Dealt Humbling Knockout Punch in Trip to San Diego

Three takeaways as N.C. State basketball s tough shooting day results in loss to BYU

Virginia men's basketball team cruises past Holy Cross: Three takeaways

Spillers gets a double-double, Wake Forest beats Minnesota for 3rd place at ESPN Events Invitational

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

Shedeur Sanders breaks Colorado's single-season passing mark

Coach Deion Sanders says No. 23 Colorado's best players will play in bowl game

The case for Travis Hunter and the Heisman Trophy: it's more uncertain than it should be

WATCH: James Colzie reflects on 1st season as FAMU's head football coach

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Men's College Basketball Scoreboard

Johni Broome is 'leading' the Player of the Year conversation says one ESPN analyst

Florida basketball routs Wichita State to take finals of ESPN Events Invitational

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November 29, 2024, 7:50 AM

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY NEWS
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FSU FOOTBALL:

FSU football seniors have been through it all. Mike Norvell asks they finish the right way

Florida State Offensive Linemen Weigh In On the Firing of Alex Atkins

Darius Washington and Maurice Smith spent the majority of their FSU careers under Atkins.

As Senior Day approaches, Lawrance Toafili Thankful for FSU Career

Mike Norvell Dives Into FSU's Recruiting Struggles With Early Signing Period Approaching

Norvell went into detail about FSU's strategy on the recruiting front during an appearance on Robert Griffin III's podcast.

New Commitment! FSU flips 6-7 WR Jordan Scott from Arizona State

Four-star FSU commit trusts that Mike Norvell will hire the right OL coach

Four-star offensive lineman to attend Florida State-Florida

Four-Star Wide Receiver Includes FSU Football In Top-10 Schools List

The Seminoles are a contender for one of the top 2026 prospects in the country.

FSU offers 2026 4-star OT from Florida

Four-Star Wide Receiver Includes FSU Football In Top-10 Schools List

Four-Star Linebacker Committed To SEC Program Expected To Visit Florida State Again

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UP NEXT:

UF defense enters FSU game in good form looking to halt Seminoles' momentum

Could Luke Kromenhoek find success against Florida's defense?

Five reasons FSU could lose to the Florida Gators

Offensive keys for the Seminoles to beat Florida

Billy Napier somehow halts Florida Gators' spiral.

How tides turned for Florida football coach Billy Napier, FSU coach Mike Norvell entering rivalry matchup

Players to watch as Florida football gears for emotional in-state rivalry game against FSU

Spread shifts in FSU vs. UF, Seminoles now 16.5-point underdogs to Gators

Largest spread in series since FSU was -17 underdog in 2019

Game Preview: Florida State Seminoles vs. Florida Gators

ESPN's FPI predicts the outcome of Florida-Florida State in Week 14

Is Florida learning how to win in Year 3 under Billy Napier?

Photos from the last time Florida State play Florida

How to Watch Florida Gators vs. Florida State Seminoles

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FSU BASKETBALL:

Noles Outlast Texas Tech at Paradise Jam

Lady Raiders fall to RV Florida State

Box score

Photo gallery

Missouri State Bears and the Florida State Seminoles play in Charlotte Amalie, Virgin Islands

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Noles Fall to No. 10 SMU

Beach Volleyball Announces 2025 Schedule

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

NFL 'Noles: Thanksgiving and Week 13 Schedule for former Florida State Seminoles

The story behind Vikings RB Cam Akers emotional return from a second torn Achilles

Keon Coleman Still Limited With Wrist Issue - NFL News | Fantasy Football -

Chargers' HC Jim Harbaugh throws cold water on an Asante Samuel Jr. return

Eagles News: Will Josh Sweat s resurgence lead to him staying in Philly?

Former FSU Quarterback Dealing With Setbacks In Rehab From Leg Injury

Injury update for former Florida State and current Jets QB Jordan Travis

NY Jets reveal multiple 'setbacks' in alarming Jordan Travis injury update

Jordan Travis isn't returning anytime soon.

Jameis Winston wants to stay with the Browns

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Scottie Barnes has the Raptors playing as a team

Spurs' Devin Vassell: Solid numbers in limited minutes

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OTHER FSU NEWS:

5 Notable Alumni You Didn t Know Went To FSU

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

ACC championship scenarios, explained: How Miami, Clemson can reach 2024 title game vs. SMU

Four things to watch in BC-Pitt as the Eagles look to clinch a winning season

Swinney Highlights One Thing That Would Most Benefit Clemson Tigers in CFP Race

Kirby Smart expects 'street fight' vs. Georgia Tech

Hurricanes end regular season with high-stakes matchup: We ve got to handle Syracuse

NFL Coach Has Already Turned Down Offer For UNC Coaching Job

Steelers OC Smith contacted by alma mater UNC

North Carolina hiring Dan Mullen could be perfect fit on one condition - he must be all in

Pat Narduzzi seeks to keep Pitt players' focus on Boston College, not a bowl game

SMU prediction: Can Mustangs close out ACC play undefeated with win over Cal?

Virginia goes into the Commonwealth Clash with its season on the line

UVA Football: The suits running the show are perfectly happy with things as they are

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ACC BASKETBALL:

ACC Men's Basketball Scoreboard

Notebook: BC Thrives in the Clutch, Rallies Behind Tournament MVP Hand Jr. in Championship Win

Boston College faces Dartmouth, aims for 7th straight home win

UNC Basketball Coach Expresses Uncertainty on What Must Change

North Carolina basketball's Hubert Davis issues blunt reaction to first technical foul

ACC Champion NC State Loses to Purdue 71-61

Washington State Cougars and the Virginia Cavaliers meet in Carolina, Puerto Rico

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

Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin Blasts 'Ridiculous' and 'Stupid' CFB Playoff Bracket Rankings

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Colorado has much to be thankful for and the best is yet to come

Former FSU Running Back Entering NCAA Transfer Portal For Second Time

It's make or break for Ryan Day with Ohio State-Michigan, the best rivalry money can buy

Mike Gundy, Deion Sanders trying to prove more than one way to win in college football

Paul Finebaum Names College Football Coach Doing The Worst Possible Job

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Men's College Basketball Scoreboard

Analysis: Arkansas couldn't close the gap against 'modern basketball' of Illinois

Why Dylan Harper is proving to be one of the best true freshman in college basketball

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November 27, 2024, 7:50 AM

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY NEWS
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FSU FOOTBALL:

Mastromanno, Fitzgerald Named Finalists for National Awards

WATCH: FSU football head coach Mike Norvell talks Tuesday practice, preparing for UF

FSU HC Mike Norvell Explains How NIL Is Adding More Pressure on the Players Despite Earning Them Millions

Florida State Releases Ten 'Notes To Know' For Season Finale Against Florida

Mike Norvell Dives Into FSU's Recruiting Struggles With Early Signing Period Approaching

Key FSU commit sets return visit to Tallahassee

Florida State offers TCU 4-star WR commit Terry Shelton

FSU Commit Thinks DJ Lagway Leads Gators to National Championship

West Virginia WR commit excited about offer from 'dream school' FSU

4-star quarterback commit explains how FSU flipped him from Oklahoma

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UP NEXT:

Gators Dunked on Ole Miss, Now Must Avoid Being Blocked at FSU

Freshman QBs take center stage in Florida football-FSU rivalry

Billy Napier isn't looking for Florida Football to lend Mike Norvell a helping hand

The status and perception of the two coaches has flipped overnight

College football expert predictions for Florida vs Florida State

FSU football loses third recruit to Florida with four-star Byron Louis' flip to Gators

Social Slant: Reaction to Florida Gators flipping a third FSU commit

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FSU BASKETBALL:

Daquan Davis Scores 19 To Lead Florida State Over Western Carolina, 91-57

FSU hoops jumps out to hot start, routs Western Carolina to improve to 7-1

Davis scores career-high 19 points as FSU defeats Western Carolina, 91-57, to move to 7-1 on the season

Takeaways from FSU basketball's victory over Western Carolina

Team Has Found A Way To Fight Through Adversity

WATCH: What Leonard Hamilton said after FSU basketball's win over Western Carolina

WATCH: How FSU's Malique Ewin continues improve after Western Carolina win

WATCH: Western Carolina coach Tim Craft talks about returning home toTallahassee, Hurricane Helene, FSU

FSU 91 Western Carolina 57 The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Box score

Photo gallery

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Noles Wrap Up Regular Season with No. 10 SMU and Wake Forest

Khori Louis Becomes Second Seminole to Win AVCA/GameChanger National Player of the Week

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Jameis Winston auditioning to be 2025 starter and potential bridge for rookie

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Scottie Barnes mocks Malik Beasley with retaliatory dance

Mfiondu Kabengele, Yvonne Ejim Named Toyota Canada Players of the Week

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

The ACC is the Big Winner in this Week's CFP Rankings

CFP jumping from SEC to ACC bandwagon

ACC Poised for Multiple College Football Playoff Bids While SEC and Big 12 Fall

Will three ACC teams make the College Football Playoff?

ACC Spotlight: Previewing National Signing Day

Boston College Football Head Coach Bill O Brien Shares Thoughts on Making a Bowl Game in First Year

Miami's Cam Ward headlines two 2024 college football awards finalist

Brown fired by Tar Heels, to coach vs. Wolfpack

Why did North Carolina fire Mack Brown? Lack of ACC success, consistency led to coach's dismissal

Mack Brown was the ultimate salesman, but never quite made the ultimate delivery at UNC

UNC firing Mack Brown has national reporter recognizing what separated Nick Saban s time as Alabama s head football coach from the rest

Mack Brown s Hall of Fame coaching career is ending. A look back at his accomplishments

Who could replace Mack Brown on Tar Heels sideline?

Who will be the next UNC football coach? Here are 10 candidates to replace Mack Brown

Inside Kevin Jennings unlikely journey from FCS recruit to ACC title-bound QB at SMU

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ACC BASKETBALL:

ACC Men's Basketball Scoreboard

Kansas basketball vs Duke recap: Jayhawks survive thriller in Las Vegas, win

UNC basketball s weakness exposed in loss to Johni Broome, Auburn at Maui Invitational

Men s basketball suffers first loss of the season

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

Top 4 same, IU slips to 10 in latest CFP rankings

College Football Playoff rankings rewarding easy schedules and minimizing quality wins

College Football Playoff at-large contenders: Cases for, against and fatal flaws

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Kent State with loss to Buffalo could complete the worst college football season this century

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Men's College Basketball Scoreboard

Hurley laments 'tough 2 days' as UConn falls again

No. 1 2025 center Cenac commits to Houston

OU basketball to face toughest competition yet in Battle 4 Atlantis Bahamas tournament

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November 26, 2024, 7:50 AM

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY NEWS
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FSU FOOTBALL:

Why Mike Norvell's FSU coordinators search may drag on a little bit

FSU football coordinator search: Mike Norvell admits top candidates may coach in CFP

Roydell Williams injury update: Mike Norvell offers latest on FSU RB ahead of Florida game

FSU special teams coordinator John Papuchis talks Florida prep

Another change atop the FSU depth chart to begin Florida week

FSU to start true freshman QB Luke Kromenhoek against Florida

FSU football head coach Mike Norvell talks Florida game, starting Luke Kromenhoek

Three Key Takeaways From Florida State's Dominant Win Over Charleston Southern

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UP NEXT:

Florida Football needs to show no mercy and put FSU out of their misery

The Gators have opened as 14.5 point favorites

Finally favored. Can Florida football avoid pitfall of taking rival FSU too lightly?

Florida coach Billy Napier previews his team's matchup with FSU

Billy Napier focused on his own 'grass to mow,' not concerned with FSU's struggles

Billy Napier on struggles at FSU this year: 'I have my own issues'

UF-FSU is personal for safety Jordan Castell, a Gator in family of Seminoles fans

How Florida football and Ron Zook spoiled the Bobby Bowden Field dedication 20 years ago

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FSU BASKETBALL:

The Art Of The Assist: Seminoles Play Western Carolina At Home Tuesday at 7 PM

Florida State Notes

Inside the box score: FSU 92, UMass 59

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OTHER FSU SPORTS:

Louis Named ACC Offensive Player of the Week

Louis and Head Selected By Atlanta Vibe in Pro Volleyball Federation Draft

Luke Clayton Almost Took us Back to 1945.

In 1945, three amateurs won on the professional golf circuit, and one broke Byron Nelson's streak of 11 consecutive wins.

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'NOLES IN THE PROS:

Brian Burns looking ahead to 2025 is a telling sign for feckless Giants

Former FSU Star Passes Aaron Donald For Most Sacks Through First 11 Career Games

The former Florida State standout is already on his way to being a star with the LA Rams.

Jared Verse on Saquon Barkley: I ve never seen a running back like that

Personality, leadership key for Jameis Winston, who s playing well in chance as starter

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Devin Vassell to return to action on Wednesday vs. Lakers

Chicago Bulls Are Now Open-Minded to Trading Patrick Williams

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ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE NEWS
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ACC FOOTBALL:

ACC Football Power Rankings: 2024 Week 14

Cal's Fernando Mendoza Named ACC Quarterback of the Week for a Third Time

Cal's Challenge in ACC Finale: SMU's Aggressive Pass Rush

Cal, CFP Bowl Projections: Experts Expect Cal to Be in the LA Bowl

Swinney says playoff has turned into 'SEC-Big Ten Invitational.' Is that fair to Clemson?

Clemson's Chances at Reaching ACC Championship Game Revealed

Duke to punish Murphy for raising middle fingers

Hurricanes defense was dialed in against Wake Forest. Now comes a big challenge in Syracuse

Brown intends to return to Tar Heels next season

This one runs deeper : NC State gets final shot at bowl eligibility against rival UNC

3 keys for SMU against California: Staying healthy ahead of ACC title game

Virginia Football Opens as Touchdown Underdogs at Virginia Tech

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ACC BASKETBALL:

ACC Men's Basketball Scoreboard

Duke's Cooper Flagg sweeps ACC awards after win over Arizona

ACC Makes Cooper Flagg Announcement Ahead of Duke-Kansas Showdown

Ten Things We Learned About Virginia in The Bahamas

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

The five biggest questions for the committee in this College Football Playoff release

A beautifully awful College Football Playoff race still has more surprises

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Why Alabama remains a playoff contender with three losses (Yes, really.)

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Florida A&M coach James Colzie III hopes to send seniors off in triumph

Historic College Football Program Loses Former Starting WR to Transfer Portal

College Football Head Coach Spent $94 At Taco Bell After Upset Win

Brent Venables says he spent his Saturday night at Taco Bell in Norman after beating Alabama.

College Football Program Fined $200K After Prematurely Storming The Field On Saturday

The SEC fined Oklahoma $100,00 for a "first offense under the policy" and another $100,000 for fans storming the field ...

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OTHER BASKETBALL:

Men's College Basketball Scoreboard

College basketball rankings: SEC teams crowd latest Top 25 And 1, but is conference better than Big 12?

Hurley says late call 'a joke' after UConn falls

Virginia transfer Jalen Warley chooses GU over Iowa State, Texas A&M

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