FSU: The Rebuild and "the Return" (NCAA 2019 Dynasty)

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UP NEXT: VIRGINIA(1-1)

12:00 PM/ET ESPN

The last time Florida State was in Charlottesville, they lost a heartbreaker to the Cavs 2 years ago 39-34. The Cavs enter the game at 1-1, with an overtime loss to PAC-12 opponent CAL 37-40 in their first game of the year. It's also the Cavs first home game of the season and the coaches are prepared for Charlottesville to be a very rowdy environment.

"We are definitely preparing for a hostile environment. It's always a tough place to play, and the last time we were there we came up short. We just have to put our best foot forward and play well." Said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

The Cavs finished last season at 8-4 and lost a ton of offensive production from two of their former WRs who were drafted in this year's NFL draft. UVAWR Randy Dukes returns as the top WR target for UVA, and so far this year has 185 yards and 2 TDs so far on the year.

True Freshman S Ryne Hill has been a stud for the Cavs in two games being the teams leading tackler and having two interceptions so far on the season.

Senior DT Jeremy McGee is the Cavs best overall player, and the leader of an extremely undersized front for the Cavs. Florida State will look to take advantage of the mismatch with Senior Robert Pryor at DE (6'1" ,235). RT Bob Martin will more than likely be matched up with Pryor (6'8" 335)

UNIFORM CHOICE

RECRUITING

RB Nic Silva Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL


INJURIES

None.

SUSPENSIONS

LB Jonathan Stephens - Will be eligible to return to the lineup after serving a two game suspension.

OTHER GAMES OF NOTE

#8 NOTRE DAME vs #5 GEORGIA TECH
American Conference Matchup ABC on ESPN 8:00 PM/ET
A HUGE conference matchup early in the season that also has Playoff Implications. Georgia Tech already has one loss on the year to Kentucky on the road. Notre Dame has to travel to Atlanta in this epic primetime matchup.

#2 Alabama at #4 Kentucky
SEC Conference Matchup CBS 3:30 PM/ET
Another huge conference matchup that also has playoff implications. Kentucky has a huge win on the year against #5 Georgia Tech this year, and they are going for a second top 5 victory as the Crimson Tide travels to Lexington.

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GAME RECAP

Spoiler

FSU TOPPLES UCF 63-27

The Seminoles are victorious for the 4th time this season as they come out of Charlottesville with a 59-26 win.

"It always feels good to win. It was a gritty one but we got there. Once again we just need to review the film, see where we can improve our team and continue to prepare. We have a another one on the road next week so thats where our attention shifts at this point." said Head Coach Cameel Verner

The Noles jumped out to an early 45-12 lead, and QB Clay Tillman led the noles with a very efficient night 23-26 324 yards with 4 TDs. Jamar Reid led all WRs with 9 catches for 108 yards and 2 TDs on the night.

Defensively, True Freshman LB David Grier led all Noles with 10 tackles and 1 Fumble Recovery. Junior DL Zaveri O'Born had his best game of the season with 6 tackles, 3 TFL.

"I think we played fairly well for 3 1/2 quarters. We have to learn how to finish. Finishing is something we have lacked all season long. At some point, that is going to catch up to us. I gurantee it." Verner said.

BOX SCORE

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Florida State Seminoles at Virginia Cavaliers
Sep 22, 2031 1 2 3 4 F #1 FSU (4-0) 14 24 14 7 59 UVA (1-2) 6 6 8 6 26 Top Performers PASS: Clay Tillman - FSU - 23/26 324 yards 4 TD RUSH: Sha'dar Walker - FSU - 5 car 146 yards 1 TD REC: Nick'elus Ferguson - UVA - 8 catches 146 yards 1 TD	Team Stats Comparison FSU UVA First Downs 24 19 3rd Down Efficiency 72% 61% 4th Down Efficiency Total Yards 835 482 Passing Yards 302 319 Rushing Yards 358 94 Penalties-Penalty Yards 2-35 4-45 Turnovers 0 3 Time of Possession 30:58 29:02
Scoring Summary
Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clay Tillman 23/36 324 4 0 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderrious Minter 19 118 6.2 1 Sha'dar Walker 5 146 29.2 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Jamar Reid 9 108 12.0 3 Orbit Jackson 4 56 14.0 David Davis 3 59 19.6 Kennard Thomas 2 59 29.5 1 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD David Grier 10 Luron Dixon 8 J.D. Davis 7 Isaac Boles 7 1 Virginia Cavaliers PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clifton King 25/30 344 2 1 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Stan Johnson 19 44 2.3 Clifton King 7 36 5.1 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Nick'elus Ferguson 8 146 18.2 1 Tim Calhoun 6 63 10.5 Randy Dukes 5 93 18.6 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Jeremy McGee 10 0.5 Jared Moses 11 Rhyne Hill 9 1.0 J. Brooks 14

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GAME RECAP

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FSU WINS 59-26

The Seminoles are victorious for the 4th time this season as they come out of Charlottesville with a 59-26 win.

"It always feels good to win. It was a gritty one but we got there. Once again we just need to review the film, see where we can improve our team and continue to prepare. We have a another one on the road next week so thats where our attention shifts at this point." said Head Coach Cameel Verner

The Noles jumped out to an early 45-12 lead, and QB Clay Tillman led the noles with a very efficient night 23-26 324 yards with 4 TDs. Jamar Reid led all WRs with 9 catches for 108 yards and 2 TDs on the night.

Defensively, True Freshman LB David Grier led all Noles with 10 tackles and 1 Fumble Recovery. Junior DL Zaveri O'Born had his best game of the season with 6 tackles, 3 TFL.

"I think we played fairly well for 3 1/2 quarters. We have to learn how to finish. Finishing is something we have lacked all season long. At some point, that is going to catch up to us. I gurantee it." Verner said.

BOX SCORE

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Florida State Seminoles at Virginia Cavaliers
Sep 22, 2031 1 2 3 4 F #1 FSU (4-0) 14 24 14 7 59 UVA (1-2) 6 6 8 6 26 Top Performers PASS: Clay Tillman - FSU - 23/26 324 yards 4 TD RUSH: Sha'dar Walker - FSU - 5 car 146 yards 1 TD REC: Nick'elus Ferguson - UVA - 8 catches 146 yards 1 TD	Team Stats Comparison FSU UVA First Downs 24 19 3rd Down Efficiency 72% 61% 4th Down Efficiency Total Yards 835 482 Passing Yards 302 319 Rushing Yards 358 94 Penalties-Penalty Yards 2-35 4-45 Turnovers 0 3 Time of Possession 30:58 29:02
Scoring Summary
Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clay Tillman 23/36 324 4 0 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderrious Minter 19 118 6.2 1 Sha'dar Walker 5 146 29.2 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Jamar Reid 9 108 12.0 3 Orbit Jackson 4 56 14.0 David Davis 3 59 19.6 Kennard Thomas 2 59 29.5 1 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD David Grier 10 Luron Dixon 8 J.D. Davis 7 Isaac Boles 7 1 Virginia Cavaliers PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clifton King 25/30 344 2 1 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Stan Johnson 19 44 2.3 Clifton King 7 36 5.1 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Nick'elus Ferguson 8 146 18.2 1 Tim Calhoun 6 63 10.5 Randy Dukes 5 93 18.6 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Jeremy McGee 10 0.5 Jared Moses 11 Rhyne Hill 9 1.0 J. Brooks 14

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UP NEXT: BAYLOR 0-2

12:00 PM/ET ESPN

The third straight road game for Florida State will be in Texas as the Seminoles (4-0, 3-0 Conf) will take on Baylor (0-2, 0-0). The Baylor Bears who were ACC Champions 2 years ago, have had a very traumatic start to the season so far. Starting QB Maurice Pratt was injured in the first game of the year and was lost for the season, and backup QB Lance Smith was also injured in the same game. True Freshman and former Three-Star Jason Jacobs has resumed the role at QB for the Bears and so far he's struggled. The bears lost their opening game to UAB 45-37, and the following week lost to USF of the American Conference 31-10.

While Baylor struggles at QB, they have three draft eligible WRs that have returned this season with Ezequiel Harvey (6'0", 190) , Matt Nicholas (6'4" , 215) and Erik Leslie (5'10", 185).

The Bears are led by the teams leading tackler LB Clayton Jordan 6'3" 222, who also has led the Bears in tackle each of the last two seasons.

DIXON EXPANDS ROLE

Dixon is second on the team with 3 interceptions and first with 2 defensive TDs

Sophomore Luron Dixon did not start the season as #1 on the depth chart. He was listed #2 "FREE" (FS), behind Redshirt Sophomore DB Colton Hathaway. However, Dixon has made a number of plays on Defense this year and the past 3 games has started at the FREE spot for the Noles.

" 'Lou' has shown tremendous playmaking ability for us on the back end. Has found a knack for the football and has displayed some good ball skills. He's been huge for this team in a number of different ways" said DC Tim Beckman

Dixon is second on the team in interceptions with (3), but also has 1 Fumble recovery and leads the team with 2 defensive touchdowns, including the game winner in Overtime vs Pitt with his pivotal pick 6.

"I'm just doing everything I can to help my team win and do what I can to contribute. I trust my teammates to have my back just like I have theirs and it makes things easier for me to just do what I do best." said Luron Dixon.

Dixon's speed is definitely the difference maker for the Seminoles as he helped the Noles get its first Track and Field championship in over a decade as he posted a 7.80m long jump for the Seminoles. Fellow teammates WR Sytavious Graham posted the 3rd fastest 200m time in FSU history at 20.10, while WR Orbit Jackson posted a 9.98 100m which tied for 4th fastest in FSU history. Dixon hopes that the football team can follow in the same footsteps this season.

"It would be nice to bring another championship home this year like in Track." he said "It's going to take a team effort though just like it did there. But I know my brothers are up for the challenge."

UNIFORM CHOICE

RECRUITING

RB Nic Silva Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL

***BREAKING NEWS***

High School Profile

Florida State will be without Return Specialist and RB/WR Sytavious "Pit" Graham due to a broken wrist suffered in practice. This is a deadly blow as Graham served the majority of the return duties for FSU, and has been a very good player at Running Back and WR for the Seminoles. On the season, Graham is #6 in the country in kick return average. On the season he has 8 carries for 58 yards (7.3 ypc) and 13 catches for 91 yards and 1 TD.


High School Profile
Florida State has also learned they will be without starting Junior TE David Davis (6'5", 247) for an extended period of time as well as he is dealing with a high ankle sprain. Davis who had some off-field issues last season that kept him from seeing the field, has come on strong this season and has had no off-field issues and has been a big target for the Noles in the passing game. Davis has 11 catches for 135 yards on the year with 1 TD. Davis will be replaced with Sophomore Mikki Munday (6'6" 240). It's also possible we see Sophomore TE Oliver Whitehead (6'3", 245) as well as True Freshman T.J. Thomas (6'4",230)

INJURIES

WR Sytavious Graham - Broken Wrist - 6 weeks (Max of Season Ending)
TE David Davis - High Ankle Sprain - 2 to 3 weeks.

SUSPENSIONS

None.

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GAME RECAP

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NOLES FALL 37-40 TO UNRANKED BAYLOR

The Noles fall on the road for the first time this year to Baylor 37-40. The Bears controlled the game for the majority of the game. QB Clay Tillman had a rough start starting the game off with 2 interceptions in the first quarter. He finished the game 17-27 281 yards 2 TDs and 3 Ints. Junior WR Jamar Reid had 6 catches for 104 yards and 2 TDs on the day as well. However, this game was legitimately the slowest start of the season for the Noles on the road.

"The issues that have plagued us all year continued tonight. Baylor came prepared to play. And they played hard. Credit them for one heck of a game. We have to learn from this, wathc the tape and get better. Hopefully our guys can learn from this and move on. We have a huge opponent coming to town next weekend." said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

The Noles gave up 476 yards of total offense while back up Quarterback Jason Jacobs went 27/32 for 335 yards with 4 TDs and 2 Ints. Ezequiel Harvey was the leading recevier for the Bears had 8 catches for 89 yards.

The Noles have had its fair share of issues on defense defending the pass this season, and while Jacobs has been lackluster so far this season, he had his best outing of the year against the Noles.

"We didnt play our best game defensively. We gave up a lot of things that we typically preach. We've got a week to fix it. We cannot continue to let the same issues plague us. But we will definitely get back to the drawing board." said DC Time Beckman.

BOX SCORE

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Florida State Seminoles at Baylor Bears
Oct 7, 2031 1 2 3 4 F #1 FSU (4-1) 0 15 2 20 37 BAY (1-2) 10 16 7 8 40 Top Performers PASS: - RUSH: - REC: -	Team Stats Comparison FSU BAY First Downs 3rd Down Efficiency 4th Down Efficiency Total Yards Passing Yards Rushing Yards Penalties-Penalty Yards Turnovers Time of Possession
Scoring Summary
Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clay Tillman 17/27 281 2 3 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderious Minter 17 71 Zaleel Hamby 4 12 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Jamar Reid 6 104 2 Kennard Thomas 4 56 Orbit Jackson 3 37 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD David Grier 11 Kyson Perry 8 Luron Dixon 6 1 Ja'Carius Kidd 5 1 J.D. Davis 5 Baylor Bears PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Jason Jacobs 27/32 335 4 2 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Nick Jones 19 64 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Ezequiel Harvey 8 89 2 Martin Jordan 5 71 Matt Nicholas 4 88 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Clayton Jordan 14 Badarius Hill 11 Osi Muhammad 8 2 Ron Sharpe 7 George Harris 6

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UP NEXT: WISCONSIN (2-1)

ACC VS AAC

The Noles take on the Badgers this week at home after being upset on the road at Baylor. If not for a touchdown with 5 seconds to go in the game, the Noles would have lost by double digits to an unranked team for the first time in the Cameel Verner era.

"One game can not define our season. Thats the message we've had to implement this week. We have to continue to move forward and fix the things we are able to fix. We did not play our best last weekend, but we have a chance to correct a ton of errors that plagued us and hopefully continue to build on them. As coaches, we also have to do a better job of preparing our kids." said Head Coach Cameel Verner

The two time defending champion Seminoles slide down from #1 to #10 in this weeks rankings after the upset. But Verner insists that he isnt worried about where the Noles currently sit in the rankings almost midway through the season.

"Control what we can control. None of that stuff matters. When you prepare, and control what you can control on the field, that type of stuff works its self out" he said.

The Noles come in this week vs a Wisconsin team that loves to run the football.RB Josh Woods is the leading rusher for the Badgers and is a huge back at 6'2" 234 that really helps the run game for the Badgers. Wisconsin's only lost was to American Conference foe #3 Ohio State 31-34 last week.

WR Donta Frazier is the leading WR for the Badgers as he has 11 catches for 124 yards and 3 TDs last week in Wisconsin's AAC Conference Season opener.

Defensively, Wisconsin has a Defensive Line that could possibly plague the Noles. DE Susa Bahan (6'3", 253) a former Georgia Tech commit who opted for the Badgers after Cameel Verner accepted the FSU position has been on an absolute tear this season as he leads the NCAA in sacks with 7.5 in 3 games.

LB Anthony Turner (6'3" 242) is the leading tackler for Wisconsin as well as American Conference All American DB Gabe Gaines (6'3" 215) is the leads the secondary for the Badgers. Even with Gaines in the secondary, Wisconsin ranks last in the conference in passing defense. And with the receivers of FSU, that might be something they would like to expose.

UNIFORM CHOICE

Official Visitors

The Seminoles host a number of Blue Chip official visitors this weekend vs the Badgers in a Primetime matchup. Five-Star speedsters Darcy Miller and Vontae Marshall will be making their first official visits, while big time WR target Shebazz Blades will also be in town. The Nation's top Cornerback Thomas Spiller will be making his second official visit this season as he visited Alabama last weekend. DB Shemar Simpson also will travel to Tallahassee this weekend.


WR Darcy Miller 5’11” 190 Baltimore, MD
#1 WR , #2 Overall

RB Vontae Marshall 5’11” 191 Mariette, GA
#1 RB , #4 Overall

CB Thomas Spiller 5’11” 190 Brownsville, FL
#1 CB , #25 Overall

WR Shebazz Blades 6’5” 190 Tampa, FL
#37 WR , #137 Overall


S Shemar Simpson 6’2” 216 Immokalee, FL
#2 S , #93 Overall

CURRENT COMMITS

RB Nic Silva Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL

***BREAKING NEWS***

Florida State is dealing with a number of injuries after going through five straight games this season as it finally approaches its bye week after this weekends game vs Wisconsin. FSU has reported that backup Offensive Lineman Ken Moore will be out 2-3 weeks nursing a groin injury. Starting Guard Anthony Branch will be out this week with a concussion, and Backup Tackle Marcus Kirby will be out this week with concussion symptoms as well.

On defense, reserve Linebacker Zel'Arius Wilson will miss this weeks game with an injured shoulder. But the biggest news of the day is starting Nose Tackle Angelo Jackson will miss 2-3 weeks as he nurses a strained pectoral.

Jacksons injury serves as a huge blow as he has been FSU's most disruptive lineman through 5 games. Jackson has 17 tackles, 5 TFL with 4 sacks. Former Five-Star NT David McNeil-Days will serve as his replacement, while True Freshman Suri French will serve as the backup NT.

INJURIES

OL Ken Moore -Groin - 2 to 3 weeks.
Anthony Branch-Concussion - 1 week
Marcus Kirby-Concussion - 1 week
LB Zel'Arius Wilson Shoulder - 1 week
Angelo JacksonStrained Pectoral - 2 to 3 weeks
WR Sytavious Graham - Broken Wrist - 5 weeks (Max of Season Ending)
TE David Davis - High Ankle Sprain - 1 to 2 weeks.

[Injury Random Roll Rules]

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Injuries – Rolled after every game, only for OL/DL, then again for rest of team
Step 1
Injury or None?
1 = None
2 = Injury
3 = None
Step 2
Injury Length
1 = 1 Week
2 = 2-3 Weeks
3 = 4-5 Weeks
4 = 6+ Weeks (Max of Season Ending)
5 = 1 Week
6 = 2-3 Week
7 = 4-5 Week
8 = Season Ending
9 = 1 Week

SUSPENSIONS

None.

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GAME RECAP

Spoiler

NOLES UPENDED 36-7

The Noles for the first time since year one of the Cameel Verner era lost two games in a row, and also lost to an unranked team by double digits while being ranked for the first time in the Cameel Verner era.

"We have to take care of the football. We did a horrid job of taking care of the football. And have done so for the last couple of weeks. At some point it was going to catch up to us, and credit Wisconsin for capitalizing on all of the turnovers." said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

The Badgers won the turnover battle in Doak Campbell Stadium Saturday night as the Seminoles committed a total of 7 turnovers on the night, while the Badgers only comitted one.

"It's just hard to win that way. 7 turnovers is hard to come back from. It's just hard. We have to do a better job as coaches in preaching fundamentals and go back to the drawing board" said OC Tommy Bowden "We put the defense in some bad spots all night."

The defense may have had its best overall effort thi sweek against the Badgers after being one of the teams achillies heels the last couple of weeks. They kept star running back Joshua Woods to 67 yards rushing on 24 carries. And held the Badgers to 245 yards in the passing game as well.

Starting Quarterback Clay Tillman was responsible for 5 of the 7 turnovers, as he went 19/34 255 yards but with 3 interceptions and 2 fumbles. Junior Jamar Reid finished the game with 5 catches for 106 yards while Sophomore Orbit Jackson led all recievers with 9 catches for 123 yards.

True Freshman Linebacker had an outstanding game with 11 tackles, 4 for loss. And the team had a season high 22 tackles for loss defensively.

"Hats off to the defense, they fought their tails off. They were flying around, but with 7 turnovers its hard to keep the same intensity the entire night. We gave up some things, but I'm proud of the effort. " Said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

It's the second straight week where the Seminoles had issues on the offensive side of the ball.

BOX SCORE

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Wisconsin Badgers at Florida State Seminoles
Oct 10, 2031 1 2 3 4 F WIS (3-1) 0 0 7 0 7 #10 FSU (4-2) 0 30 3 3 36 Top Performers PASS: Robert Johnson - WISC - 16/22 245 yards 2 TD RUSH: Joshua Woods - WISC - 24 carries 67 yards REC: Orbit Jackson - FSU - 9 catches 123 yards	Team Stats Comparison WIS FSU First Downs 12 20 3rd Down Efficiency 33% 50% 4th Down Efficiency 0 0 Total Yards 410 514 Passing Yards 236 242 Rushing Yards 81 95 Penalties-Penalty Yards 1-15 1-5 Turnovers 1 7 Time of Possession 30:52 29:08
Scoring Summary
Wisconsin Badgers PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Robert Johnson 16/22 245 2 0 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Joshua Woods 24 67 2.7 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Donta Frazier 4 66 16.5 Mike Shaw 3 40 13.3 Allen Roberson 3 36 12.0 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Scott Russell 9 Alex Bell 6 Matt Wilkerson 5 3.0 Susa Bahan 6 2.0 Shane Pittman 7 Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clay Tillman 19/34 255 0 2 Sha'dar Walker 6/8 59 0 1 B.J. McDaniel 2/5 15 0 1 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderrious Minter 6 16 2.6 Sha'dar Walker 5 46 9.2 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Orbit Jackson 9 123 13.6 Jamar Reid 5 106 21.2 Kennard Thomas 4 34 8.5 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD David Grier 11 Luron Dixon 11 Taylor Covington 8 J.D. Davis 8 Kyson Perry 7

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BYE WEEK

The Noles six games in have finally reached their much needed bye week, and the timing couldnt be better. The Noles started the season ranked #2 behind Georgia Tech, and eventually moved up to #1 in folllowing weeks prior to two straight losses to unranked Baylor and unranked Wisconsin. For the first time in Head Coach Cameel Verner's coaching career, he has lost two straight games to unranked opponents while being ranked.

"The last two games have been rough, but once again we have to control what we can control. We still have another half of the season to play. We can't go backwards and change things. We can only fix what we can moving forward, and thats what the plan is. We are going to let our kids recharge, regroup and get them ready for the rest of the year. It's a marathon not a sprint" Coach Verner said.

MIDSEASON PRAISES

The Noles are now sitting at 4-2 on the year at #16 in the country. But there are a few players that have played at a very high level for the Seminoles so far this season. There are a few notes that we have compiled that highlight some of the good things we've seen so far from the 2x defending national champions.


1.David Grier is a Superstar in the Making

True Freshman David Grier was a question mark coming into the season. The 6'4"210 pound Middle Linebacker was a High School Reciever just this time last year. But the coaches felt that his best position once he stepped on campus was at Middle Linebacker. His slight frame raised questions if he would be able to have the physical prowess, and instincts to play that position at a very high level. So far 6 games in, he is one of the best players on the defense. He is second on the team in tackles with 47, with two interceptions to go along with it. He has provided excellent run support, and has been very good in coverage. He is extremely athletic, and it's paid dividends for the Noles at this point. Defensive Coordinator Tim Beckman raved about the upside of his True Freshman Linebacker...

"Size aside, Grier has been spectacular so to this point for us. He's a high energy guy, just Natural. We didnt think his size would be much of a concern, because he always found a knack to the football in practices. He's one heck of a competitor" he said.


2. QUARTERBACKS HAVE POTENTIAL

All three Quarterbacks for Florida State have completed over 70% of their passes this year. Which is a remarkable stat. Freshman Sha'Dar Walker has shown a lot of potential even though it's clear he is way behind the curve on knowing the Playbook fully. But he is a ticking timebomb waiting to explode on any given play. He's the teams second leading rusher with 299 yards on the ground with 4 TDs.

Up until the past two weeks, Redshirt Sophomore Clay Tillman was a potential Heisman candidate. But his performances against Baylor and Wisconsin may have dwindled that talk some. But his number albeit the losses and play recently are among the nations best.

3. The Recievers are electric

The Seminoles currently have four Receivers with over 400 yards midway through the season. Jamar Reid (481), Kennard Thomas (402) and Orbit Jackson (415) are all atop the conference in yards. It's no question that the Seminoles still have electric athletes and Wide Outs on the field.

MIDSEASON WOES

It was hard to point out a lot of the good things the Noles have with recent losses to unranked opponents. But the bad things certainly stand out more. But there are some things FSU can certainly clean up on.

OFFENSIVE LINE STILL PLAGUES NOLES

The Noles have appeared to have found their savior in true Freshman Tackle Synquann Evans who has not given up a sack in his Collegiate Career as of yet. However, the interior line of Florida State is now it's achilles heel, and Bob Martin has been extremely spotty at the right tackle spot. The Noles had appeared to have found some stability when they started Redshirt Freshman Anthony Branch over Junior Sanderson Hall, but when Branch was injured and Hall re-entered the lineup, the issues plagued the Noles once again.

"We havent been consistent on the line as much as we've liked. And our Quarterbacks have been playing very well but if we cannot protect them then we have bigger issues. So that's where we are right now. Finding out what works best for us and our team and getting better in that area." said verteran Offensive Line Coach Harry Hiestand.


2.QUARTERBACK ?

This is a tough one for us to analyze. Because the past two games without Anthony Branch, the line has taken some steps backwards. And in those two games, Clay Tillman just has not looked himself. Tillman has 10 turnovers in the last two games(5 int, 5 fumbles) which is basically unheard of. Even if the line gets better the Noles have to find a way to take care of the football.

The only other option would be Redshirt Freshman B.J. McDaniel who had a stellar performance against Pitt in their overtime win. And it's clear Freshman Sha'Dar Walker has yet to fully develop the playbook. The emergency option would be moving Running Back Sarderrious Minter back to his Heisman Trophy winning position at QB, but that is highly unlikely as Minter is having a solid campaign as the Noles leading rusher at RB and averaging 4.9 yards per carry.

PASS RUSH IS INEXISTENT AT TIMES

In the Offseason, the Noles wanted to get better up front in the pass rush area. But the Noles best pass rushers coming into the 2031 Season just have not played up to par. Junior DE/LB Kenyatta Bimbo and Zaveri O'Born only have two sacks a piece so far this year after both finished in the top 10 in sacks last season. With the pass happy teams in the ACC, its definitely something that might need to be addressed as the Noles rank 3rd to last in the ACC in pass rush efficiency.

MIDSEASON STATS

Florida State Mid-Season Stats - 2031
Passing	C/ATT	YDS	AVG	YDS/G	LONG	TD	INT	RAT
Clay Tillman	105150	1428				11	6
Sha'Dar Walker	19/24	159				2	1
B.J. McDaniel	35/48	407				4	2
Rushing	ATT	YDS	AVG	LONG	20+	TD	YDS/G	FUM
Sarderrious Minter	94	459	4.9			6
Zaleel Hamby	38	165	7.1			1
Trey Wright	20	83	4.2			1
Jardai Slaughter	10	56	5.6
Sytavious Graham	8	58	14.5
Sha'Dar Walker	27	299	5.4			4
Receiving	REC	YDS	AVG	TD	LONG	DROPS	YDS/G	YAC
Jamar Reid	32	481		7
Kennard Thomas	22	402		2
Benito Tipton	7	95		1
Orbit Jackson	27	415		1
Barcelo Jackson	3	32
Syntavious Graham	13	91
	Tackles			Sacks		Interceptions
Defense	SOLO	AST	TOT	SACK	TLOSS	PD	INT	TD
DL-Robert Tate	18			2	7
DL-Joe Terrell	4				1
DL-Zaveri O'Born	18			2	6
DL-David McNeil-Days	11			1	4
DL-Angelo Jackson	17			4	5
DL-Suri French	1				1
LB-George Phillips	16			1	10
LB-Taylor Covington	15				7
LB-Rashaun Britton	18				2
LB-David Grier	47			1	8		2
LB-Kyson Perry	39			1	10
LB-Ty'Shall McBee	13				3
LB-Kenyatta Bimbo	14			2	5
LB-Jamar Sykes	13				2
DB-Ja'Carius Kidd	29				2	13	5
DB-Isaac Boles	23				3	4	1
DB-Eric Igwe	19				2	2
DB-Bihadda Maddox	23						1
DB-J.D. Davis	34				1
DB-Blake Boyson	12						2
DB-Colton Hathaway	14				1	1
DB-Luron Dixon	55				1	7	3	3

ACC CONFERENCE STANDINGS

Although the Noles have lost two games in a row, they still control their own destiny. They are third in the Atlantic Divison, but still have dates with the majority of the teams in the Atlantic to still attempt to come out the divison on top.

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OTHER NEWS AROUND THE COUNTRY

-For the first time in 15 years, Georgia Tech has started it season 1-3. The Yellow Jackets are ranked #14 in the current top 25.

-Vanderbilt is in the top 5 for the first time in over 75 years.

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UP NEXT: LOUISVILLE (2-3)
ESPN 3:30 PM/ET

The Seminoles are back in action this week after having its first bye week of the season. The Noles enter the week 4-2, ranked #13 in the country after moving up during its bye week.

"I feel like the off week gave us the mental break we needed. The guys seem a bit more energetic and recharged. And it's a good sight because it's still a long season ahead of us with all of our goals we set before the year still at reach." said Head Coach Cameel Verner

The Noles are tasked to take on a Louisville team who's won two in a row going into the week at home. QB Tez Hansen (6'2" , 216) is the playmaker for the Cardinals so far this season with 11 touchdowns to 5 interceptions. But also is the leading rusher in touchdowns for the Cardinals with 4. WR Clarence Parker returns for his Senior season and has been the leading catcher for Louisville so far this season.

On Defense, the Cardinal is led by All-ACC Defensive End Tony Lewis who is second in the ACC currently in sacks with 8. The Noles have had its fair share of issues up front against elite Defensive Lines so far, and this week will be no different at all. Defensive Coordinator had a lot to say about the All-ACC DE.

"He plays very hard, has a non stop motor. He never gives up. He's one heck of a player and he really, really jumps out at you on film" he said.

Although the Cardinal sit at 2-3 on the season, they have the #9 ranked total defense in the country. And they rank #8 in sacks.

"Our offense has been challenged all week. We know what we have ahead of us, and this is one heck of a defense that is traveling to us. We've got our hands full but we just have to put our big boy pants on and be ready to play." said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

B.J. McDaniel Will Get Start vs UL

Head Coach Cameel Verner announced today that Redshirt Freshman B.J. McDaniel will get the start this weekend vs Louisville instead of Redshirt Sophomore Clay Tillman. In his first start of his career earlier this season vs Pitt, he finished the game 33/42 for 392 yards and 4 TDs.

"He's done everything we've asked of him, and he's done all the little things right. He's checked all the boxes this week and thats the route we are going" said Offensive Coordinator Tommy Bowden.

***RECRUITING NEWS***

The Noles did not win at home vs Wisconsin last weekend, but they got 2 huge commitments last week after the game. The Noles nabbed pledges from Five Star RB Vontae Marshall and Four-Star WR Shebazz Blades.

RB Vontae Marshall 5’11” 191 Marietta, GA
#1 RB , #4 Overall

Very shifty and a blazer. Set the Georgia State record in the 100m hurdles. Might be the fastest back of the 2032 class. A homerun threat by every stretch of the imagination.

WR Shebazz Blades 6’5” 190 Tampa, FL
#37 WR , #137 Overall

A very big vertical threat. Adds to the size of the WRs already on the roster. Isn't a blazer, but wins a lot of deep balls due to his size and vertical ability. Very athletic with a huge catch radius.

CURRENTLY COMMITTED

RB Nic Silva Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
WR Shebazz Blades 6’5” 190 Tampa, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Vontae Marshall 5’11” 191 Marietta, GA
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL

***BREAKING NEWS***

The Noles have been reported of having several NCAA Violations of a few underclassmen.Reserves DE Javar Creysac, DE Terrence Mason and LB Johnathan Stephens all have been suspended due to NCAA Violations.

Also reserve LB Jamar Sykes has been ruled out this week vs Louisville with concussion symptoms.

The Noles however will get All-American Defensive Tackle Angelo Jackson back this week after he was sidelined vs Wisconsin with a Strained Pectoral muscle.

INJURIES

OL Ken Moore -Groin - 1 week.
Angelo JacksonStrained Pectoral - Returns to action this week.
WR Sytavious Graham - Broken Wrist - 3 weeks (Max of Season Ending)
TE David Davis - High Ankle Sprain - 1 week.
LB Jamar Sykes- Concussion 1 week.

[Injury Random Roll Rules]

Spoiler

Injuries – Rolled after every game, only for OL/DL, then again for rest of team
Step 1
Injury or None?
1 = None
2 = Injury
3 = None
Step 2
Injury Length
1 = 1 Week
2 = 2-3 Weeks
3 = 4-5 Weeks
4 = 6+ Weeks (Max of Season Ending)
5 = 1 Week
6 = 2-3 Week
7 = 4-5 Week
8 = Season Ending
9 = 1 Week

SUSPENSIONS

LB Jonathan Stephens - 1 Game.
DL Javar Creysac - 5 Games.
DL Terrance Mason - 2 Games.

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GAME RECAP

Spoiler

NOLES WIN 49-30

The Noles get a much needed victory over a hot Louisville team this weekend after going flat 2 weeks ago against Wisconsin. The Noles jumped out to a quick 28-6 lead in the second quarter, and coasted the remainder of the game. The Seminoles opted to go with Redshirt Freshman B.J. McDaniel this game instead of Redshirt Sophomore Clay Tillman after recent struggles. McDaniel delievered possibly one of the best performances in the history of Florida State Football going 17/17 326 yards and 3 Touchdowns.

"I'm just happy for my teammates. We have some things not go our way the past few games, we got a small little break, and it felt good to be back out there" McDaniel said "The line played amazing, the receivers caught everything. It just was an entire team effort, it was amazing."

The former Four-Star prospect out of Virginia in his last two starts have been nothing short of spectacular. In his first start against Pitt in week 2, he went 33/43 for 392 and 4 touchdowns. Head Coach Cameel Verner raved about the Redshirt Freshman in his post game press conference.

"He's got a lot of intangibles that cant be taught. We are thrilled that he performed the way he did today. He gave us a huge jolt of adrenaline in the arm today and the team fed off of it. We've got a long way to go. The season is just now starting. We've got a lot of games left to play and a lot of things left to correct. So we will let the kids enjoy it tonight but it's back to work tomorrow." said Verner.

Defensively, the Noles blundered yet again albeit it didnt effect the scoreboard end result. The Noles gave up 400+ yards in the air, totaling 4 games where they've given up 300 or more yards in the air. Louisville QB Tez Hansen went 36/49 416 yards and 3 touchdowns. With his main target, TE Nick Gibson leading with 12 catches for 144 yards and 2 Touchdowns. The Noles however, were able to pick off Hansen twice in the game one for a pick 6.

"We played well in spots. We got stops when we absolutely needed them, the effort was there at times. But we definitely need to fix somethings overall to get where we need to go." said Verner.

DB Luron Dixon (13) and LB David Grier (12) led the Noles in tackles again this week, while DB Bihadda Maddox and DB J.D. Davis both getting interceptions on the afternoon with Maddox returning his for a touchdown.

NON EXISTENT PASS RUSH?

For the second time this season, the Noles come away with 0 sacks. Three other games this season the Noles have only come away with one. The Noles rank 76th in sacks currently, which causes a level of concern for Defensive Coordinator Tim Beckman.

"We've got to find a way to get after the Quarterback. We've been inconsistent in that area, that's for sure. We just have to figure out what's best for the team in that area and adjust, but I have no doubt we will get where we want to be"

The major cause of concern is that the Noles didnt register a sack on 49 pass attempts. In the next coming weeks, the Noles will face a slew of pass happy offenses where they will have to generate some form of pass rush.

BOX SCORE

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Louisville Cardinals at Florida State Seminoles
Oct 15, 2030 1 2 3 4 F LOU (2-4) 21 7 21 0 49 #13 FSU (5-2) 6 6 6 12 30 Top Performers PASS: Tez Hansin - UL - 35/49 416 3 TDs 2 INT RUSH: Sarderrious Minter- FSU - 29 car 118 yards 1 TD REC: Nick Gibson - UL - 12 catches 112 yards 2 TD	Team Stats Comparison LOU FSU First Downs 3rd Down Efficiency 4th Down Efficiency Total Yards Passing Yards Rushing Yards Penalties-Penalty Yards Turnovers Time of Possession
Scoring Summary
Louisville Cardinals PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Tez Hansen 35/49 416 3 2 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Jarrett Newton 17 108 6.3 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Nick Gibson 12 144 12.0 2 Paurell Ashley 9 124 13.7 Clarence Parker 5 62 12.4 Cade Carpenter 5 68 13.6 1 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Jonathan Wilson 6 Alvin Sharpe 9 Melvin Deloach 8 Chase McDaniel 9 Marcus Gaines 9 Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT B.J. McDaniel 17/17 326 3 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderrious Minter 29 113 3.8 1 Trey Wright 4 28 7.0 1 Sha'Dar Walker 3 34 11.3 1 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Jamar Reid 6 85 14.1 Kennard Thomas 4 49 12.2 Orbit Jackson 3 80 26.6 2 Benito Tipton 2 88 44.0 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Luron Dixon 13 David Grier 12 Bihadda Maddox 8 1 1 Ja'Carius Kidd 7 Kyson Perry 7 J.D. Davis 4 1

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UP NEXT: @ WAKE FOREST (3-3)
7:15PM/ET ESPN

The Seminoles travel to Winston-Salem this weekend after an impressive victory against Louisville after falling two straight in prior games. Even with the losses, the Noles still control their own destiny in the ACC with just one conference loss. Florida State Head Coach Cameel Verner continues to remind his team of what's at stake.

"We still can accomplish the goals we had at the beginning of the season. It may not be the route we wanted to take but thats how life is sometimes. Control what you can control. We've had an amazing week of preparation and we as coaches just have to continue to put our guys in the best position to win. " he said.

The Noles take on Wake Forest who started the season 1-3 and is now sitting at 3-3, with Senior QB Garrett Evans (6'5", 228) starting under center for the Demon Deacons. He's 85/150 1101 yards and 10 TDs on the year but also has 9 interceptions to go along with it. The Noles will have to account for star running back Junior Cameron Flores whos averaging 5.6 yards per carry this season.

"They have a very dynamic offense with a Running Back who in my opinion could be a high round draft pick. He can run, he can move, he's elusive. We definitely will have our hands full and we have to prepare our kids the best way we know how." said DC Tim Beckman.

MCDANIEL TO GET 3RD CAREER START

The Noles will yet again go to the arm of Redshirt Freshman B.J. McDaniel who had a perfect 17/17 326 yard 4 TD game last week at home vs the Louisville Cardinal.

"He continues to do the small things that we feel helps us win. So we will go with him this week against Wake Forest and continue to analyze the best situation possible for our team." said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

The Noles still will continue to use packages for True Freshman Sha'dar Walker as they have all season long.

CONFERENCE STANDINGS

TOP 10 PREVIEW

BREAKING RECRUITING NEWS

The Noles had some very good news last week in receiving pledges from Five-Star RB Vontae Marshall, and Four-Star WR Shebazz Blades, the Noles got even more good news this week getting a pledge from Five-Star WR Darcy Miller.

WR Darcy Miller 5’11” 190 Baltimore, MD
#1 WR , #2 Overall
One of the most dynamic players in the country in space. Is extremely explosive and shifty. Nike Sparq Camp Miller posted a 4.36/40. Being such a dynamic player with the ball in his hands, he plays mostly QB for his high school team, but has shown exceptional hands in his Sophomore year prior to former Four-Star QB Myles Panchard going to Penn State.

Breakdown
Miller was a huge pick up for the Seminoles for a variety of reasons. With Five-Star RB Vontae Marshall in the fold, along with RB Nic Silva-Bendera, the Noles once again have racked up on a ton of speed forming a three headed speed monster on the offensive side of the ball. Marshall owns the Georgia State record in the 100m hurdles, while Silva-Bendera is a 4.3 runner in his own right also.

Cameel Verner Jr has continued to rack up a weapons that bring different dynamics to the Seminoles offense and Miller is the prized possession of the cupboard.

CURRENTLY COMMITTED

RB Nic Silva-Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
WR Shebazz Blades 6’5” 190 Tampa, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Vontae Marshall 5’11” 191 Marietta, GA
WR Darcy Miller 5’11” 190 Baltimore, MD
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL

INJURIES

WR Sytavious Graham - Broken Wrist - 2 weeks (Max of Season Ending)
TE David Davis - High Ankle Sprain - RETURNS TO ACTION THIS WEEK AFTER MISSING THE LAST TWO WEEKS


[Injury Random Roll Rules]

Spoiler

Injuries – Rolled after every game, only for OL/DL, then again for rest of team
Step 1
Injury or None?
1 = None
2 = Injury
3 = None
Step 2
Injury Length
1 = 1 Week
2 = 2-3 Weeks
3 = 4-5 Weeks
4 = 6+ Weeks (Max of Season Ending)
5 = 1 Week
6 = 2-3 Week
7 = 4-5 Week
8 = Season Ending
9 = 1 Week

SUSPENSIONS

DL Javar Creysac - 4 Games.
DL Terrance Mason - 1 Games.

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Game Video Coming Soon

GAME RECAP

Spoiler

NOLES WIN WITH WALK OFF FG 20-17

Every win doesnt have to be pretty. Every win doesn't have to be perfect. A win is a win. And the Seminoles definitely found a way to gut one out in Winston-Salem on Saturday night vs a feisty Demon Deacon team.

"These guys battled their tails off all night. Hats off to Wake as they played us very hard all the way down to the end. Super talented team they are. But I'm also proud of the way our guys fought back and never gave up." Said Head Coach Cameel Verner on the win.

The Seminoles recorded season lows on the defense as they finally seemed to be a unit out on a mission. They only gave up 190 yards through the air, and 78 yards total rushing. They held star workhorse Running Back Cameron Flores to 26 carries for 60 yards.

Junior Defensive Back J.D. Davis had a breakout game. He was pegged as a 1st round prospect coming into the season, but seemed to struggle at times on the year. But this game he seemed to always find the ball. He finished the game with 4 tackles, 2 for loss, 2 interceptions one returned for a touchdown.

"J.D. had one heck of a game and he's been waiting all season to deliver like he did today. He's faced a ton of adversity up to this point in his career. But I'm happy as heck for him to see how he performed today" said Verner.

The offense on the other hand didnt see the success the Defense did however. The Quarterbacks struggled mightily as they only recorded 146 yards in the air with 4 interceptions. Redshirt Freshman QB B.J. McDaniel, who set the world on fire last week going a perfect 17/17 for 326 yards against Louisville, came out very flat against the Deacons. When he was benched he was 4/10 15 yards with 3 interceptions. Redshirt Sophomore QB Clay Tillman entered the game and helped engineer a bit of a pulse for the Noles offense finishing 10/17 131 and 1 Touchdown.

"Tillman came in and gave us a bit of a spark that we needed to get to try and finish the game. We didn't do a good job tonight of helping the defense, but we made a few plays here and there that helped us win. We got work to do obviously, so we will just have to get back at it on tomorrow" said OC Tommy Bowden.

BOX SCORE

Spoiler

Florida State Seminoles at Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Oct 27, 2031 1 2 3 4 F #10 FSU (6-2) 7 7 0 3 17 WAKE (3-4) 0 3 7 10 20 Top Performers PASS: David Smith - WAKE - 19/29 190 yards 1 TD RUSH: Sarderrious Minter -FSU - 12 car 50 yards REC: Jamar Reid - FSU - 4 catches 64 yards	Team Stats Comparison FSU WAKE First Downs 3rd Down Efficiency 4th Down Efficiency Total Yards Passing Yards Rushing Yards Penalties-Penalty Yards Turnovers Time of Possession
Scoring Summary
Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clay Tillman 10/17 131 1 1 B.J. McDaniel 4/10 15 0 3 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderrious Minter 12 50 Trey Wright 4 28 Zaleel Hamby 7 37 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Jamar Reid 4 64 Benito Tipton 3 35 Orbit Jackson 4 32 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Luron Dixon 12 J.D Davis 4 2 1 David Grier 10 Zaveri O'Born 4 Kenyatta Bimbo 4 1 Wake Forest Demon Deacons PASSING C/A YDS TD INT David Smith 19/29 190 2 2 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Cameron Flores 26 60 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Orlando McCutcheon 4 47 Ben Mays 2 26 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD B. Davis 7 M. McAdoo 7 L. Smith 6

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UP NEXT: #23 SYRACUSE (7-1)

After a bye week last week, the Noles are set to travel to Syracuse, NY to play for first place in the ACC Atlantic Division. Syracuse 7-1 (4-0) in conference play owns first place currently. However, if FSU wins on the road, Florida State will own the tie-breaker from beating Syracuse Head to Head. The Noles (6-2) moved up to #4 in the Polls this week, so they also have College Football Playoff implications on the line as well. Syracuse's only loss this season was to an unranked Wyoming team at home.

"We have a very tough task at hand this weekend on the road. Syracuse is playing very well. They have athletes all over the field. We have to have to mentally prepare this week and be ready for a battle. Syracuse is a disciplined team, and they are playing absolutely well in both the air and ground." said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

Syracuse is led by Redshirt Junior TE Brian Martin (6'4", 255) is currently the NCAA's leading Tight End reciever, and is currently Syracuse's leading overall recevier with 841 yards on the season. On the ground, RB Todd Ross is averaging 7.1 yards per carry for the Orange as well.

"Martin is a heck of a player. One heck of a player. I can tell you this, we've spent a lot of time watching tape on him and it seems like the tape is endless. We've got a heck of a task in front of us with him." Said DC Tim Beckman.

CLAY TILLMAN RETURNS TO STARTING ACTION

Tillman returns to FSU this week as the starting QB after being the backup to Redshirt Freshman B.J. McDaniel for the past two weeks as Tillman helped the Noles in it's victory on the road against Wake Forest, finishing 10/17 131 yards 1 TD.

"We will start out with Clay this week, and continue to analyze the situation we have at Quarterback and do what's best for our team from there" Said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

CONFERENCE STANDINGS

TOP 10 PREVIEW

BREAKING RECRUITING NEWS

The Seminoles currently sit at #2 right now in the 2032 recruiting class with a bunch of speed on the horizion, with the #1 Running Back Class in the country as well. Well during the bye week, the Noles got good news from two commitments of need. One from the son of former Seminole great Marion Whitehead Sr, ATH Marion Whitehead Jr pledged his commitment tot he Seminoles. Marion's nephew Oliver Whitehead is a Sophomore TE on the roster for the Seminoles currently as well.

The other, from freakish athletic pass rusher ATH Chris Davis from Miami, FL. Davis selects FSU over offers from Georgia Tech and Miami. While listed as an athlete, Davis is being recruited as a DE for the Seminoles.

ATH Marion Whitehead 6’6” 222 Monroe, LA
#177 CB, #13 Overall

Why I want: His dad is an FSU legacy, and his brother Oliver Whitehead is already on board at FSU as a TE. Marion just like his dad who was an All American at FSU as a LB can also play the LB spot and is extremely athletic being a three sport star.
The Plan: Could play a number of different positions on the defense.

Breakdown
Whitehead is an FSU legacy with his dad being an 2 time All American at FSU and is currently 5th on FSU's all time sack list while playing DE. The younger Whitehead provides a bit more athletic ability as he can play standup DE, Linebacker or conventinal Defensive End. He has natural burst, and athletic ability.

ATH Chris Davis 6'6" 217 Miami, FL
#19 ATH , #260 Overall
Why I want: Davis albeit being 6'6" runs a sub 4.5/40, and can play mostly anywhere.
The Plan: He has unreal burst as an edge rusher but is athletic enough to play Linebacker.

Breakdown

Chris Davis was a huge get because the Noles have lacked a consistent pass rush this season and Davis can immediately help in that role. He is undersized and may need a year or so to develop his body, however his burst is unmatched. So he could definitely be used on obvious passing downs to help with the edge pass rush that the Noles desperately lack thus far this season.


CURRENTLY COMMITTED

RB Nic Silva-Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
WR Shebazz Blades 6’5” 190 Tampa, FL
ATH Chris Davis 6'6" 217 Miami, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Vontae Marshall 5’11” 191 Marietta, GA
WR Darcy Miller 5’11” 190 Baltimore, MD
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL
ATH Marion Whitehead 6’6” 222 Monroe, LA[/SIZE]

INJURIES

WR Sytavious Graham - Broken Wrist - 1 weeks (Max of Season Ending)
OL Justin Holloway - Concussion Symptoms - 1 week.
OL Marcus Kirby - - Bruised Knee - 2 to 3 weeks.
OL Ala Hali'a'aloha - Pectoral Strain - 4 to 5 weeks

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[Injury Random Roll Rules]

Spoiler

Injuries – Rolled after every game, only for OL/DL, then again for rest of team
Step 1
Injury or None?
1 = None
2 = Injury
3 = None
Step 2
Injury Length
1 = 1 Week
2 = 2-3 Weeks
3 = 4-5 Weeks
4 = 6+ Weeks (Max of Season Ending)
5 = 1 Week
6 = 2-3 Week
7 = 4-5 Week
8 = Season Ending
9 = 1 Week

SUSPENSIONS

DL Javar Creysac - 3 Games.

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GAME RECAP

Spoiler

NOLES EDGE SYRACUSE IN WILD FINISH

In one of the more dramatic finishes in recent memory, Florida State pulls out a win vs Syracuse on the road 37-31 and now sits in first place in the ACC Atlantic Division. The game came down to the very last play as the Noles hung on to a 6 point lead inside their own one yardline.

"We rose up to the occasion and made plays that we needed to win. I'm proud of our kids today. Winning in any fashion on the road isn't easy. And we found a way to win." said Head Coach Cameel Verner.

The Noles defense statistically held a very good Syracuse offense underwraps for the majority of the game, as star Tight End Ben Miller only had 2 catches for 25 yards. Outside of the last drive, the Orange had under 250 yards of total offense for the entire game. However, Offensive Coordinator Tommy Bowden criticized his offense for putting the Noles in bad situations.

"We played well in spots, we ran the ball extremely well. We were consistent. But we got to stop having turnovers that puts our defense in bad situations. That's going to be critical moving forward. And it's my job to insure we do that." he said.

The Noles defense was pretty stout causing 2 turnovers, and holding the Orange to no third down conversions on the night as the Orange was 0-10 on third down. And the much maligned pass rush of the Noles got a lot of pressure on Senior QB Matthew Smart.

"We finally got to the Quarterback some tonight" Defensive Coordinator Tim Beckman said with a laugh. "Our guys have been working their tails off and we did a good job of putting pressure on him and making things a bit tougher."

In case you missed it

The last minute of the final drive

BOX SCORE

Spoiler

Florida State Seminoles at Syracuse Orange
Nov 10, 2031 1 2 3 4 F #4 FSU (7-2) 0 14 14 9 37 #23 SYR (7-2) 14 3 7 7 31 Top Performers PASS: Clay Tillman - FSU - 17/23 218 yards 2 TD RUSH: Sarderrious Minter - FSU - 27 carries 123 yards REC: Lance Barrow - SU - 7 catches 104 yards 1 TD	Team Stats Comparison FSU SYR First Downs 20 12 3rd Down Efficiency 8-15 0-10 4th Down Efficiency 0-0 0-0 Total Yards 698 464 Passing Yards 180 256 Rushing Yards 227 63 Penalties-Penalty Yards 3-15 0-0 Turnovers 3 2 Time of Possession 37:29 22:31
Scoring Summary
Florida State Seminoles PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Clay Tillman 17/23 218 2 1 Sha'Dar Walker 2/4 15 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Sarderrious Minter 27 123 4.5 Sha'Dar Walker 6 72 12.0 Trey Wright 5 20 4.0 2 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Jamar Reid 4 52 13.0 1 Kennard Thomas 4 51 12.7 Orbit Jackson 3 98 32.6 1 David Davis 3 26 8.6 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD J.D. Davis 7 David Grier 5 Luron Dixon 6 Zaveri O'Born 3 2.0 Kenyatta Bimbo 3 1.0 Kyson Perry 6 Syracuse Orange PASSING C/A YDS TD INT Matthew Smart 23/34 274 2 2 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD Todd Ross 13 43 3.3 Ted Brooks 3 23 7.6 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD Lance Barrow 7 104 14.8 Kyle Kidd 6 96 16.0 Ted Ross 5 25 5.0 Brian Martin 2 25 12.5 DEFENSE TACK SACK INT TD Jon Burke 14 1.0 J. Black 9 1.0 J. Moore 12 E. Foster 10 1 D. Parker 6

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UP NEXT: NC STATE (4-5)

12:00 PM/ET ESPN

The Noles sit atop the Atlantic Divison at 7-2 on the year with two conference games remaining. The NC State Wolfpack will travel to Tallahassee in an attempt to play spoiler for the Noles ACC Championship aspirations, and also National Championship hopes. The Wolfpack are also fighting for a chance to become bowl eligible this late in the season as well. And Head Coach Cameel Verner, Sr. is well aware of the threat the Wolfpack poses albeit their record.

"They are hungry. This is a huge game for them. They want to be bowl eligible and they are going to give us their best shot. We have to have a great week of preparation and have our kids ready." he said.

The Wolfpack sit at 4-5 on the season and are currently on a 3 game losing streak. Redshirt Junior QB Titus Rivas has been the one bright spot on the year for the Wolfpack although he's completing 48% of his passes, hes thrown for 1503 yards and 19 TDs to just 7 interceptions on the year. He's also the teams leading rusher with 574 yards (4.9 ypc).

"They have a dangerous Quarterback. We all know this. This guy will definitely be playing on Sundays. He's the head of that train over there, and we definitely have to take care of buisness with him in order to have a chance. He's tough as nails. " said Defensive Coordinator Tim Beckman.

ZAVERI O'BORN REBORN?

As a True Freshman, Zaveri O'Born was the Nation's sack leader. His numbers dipped a bit as a Sophomore due to his demand of double teams, but still led the Nation in QB Hurries. This season, his numbers have dipped in both categories in the first part of the year. But as of late, O'Born has returned to his true form.

The Former Five-Star Defensive Lineman who raved comparisons to Aaron Donald due to his size and quickness (6'0" 280), plays all over the Defensive Line for the Seminoles.

"We've been thrilled to see the way he's been playing as of late. He's returned to his dominant ways recently and it's come at a very important time as well. " Said Defensive Coordinator Tim Beckman.

In the game vs Syracuse, O'Born finished the game with 3 tackles, 3 tackles for loss and 2 sacks, including the Sack that sealed the game vs Syracuse last weekend. On the season, O'Born has 30 tackles, 10 for loss with 4 sacks on the year.

CONFERENCE STANDINGS




TOP 10 STANDINGS

RECRUITING NOTES

QB Terry Washington 6'3” 205 Forest Grove, OR
#1 QB , #3 Overall

It has been noted by Rivals.com analyst Derrick Woodrow that interest between Five-Star Quarterback Terry Washington of Forest Grove, OR has heated up. Florida State is looking to schedule a Official Visit with him within the next few weeks. Apparently, the interest is mutual. Washington has been on official visits to Oregon and USC as of late with 3 visits left to schedule. Apparently, he would like to leave the West Coast. Florida State has struggled at the Quarterback position this season and that is appealing to Washington. The only issue is Sha'Dar Walker who is also a True Freshman has shown promise this season as well in limited action. We will continue to monitor this story as it develops.

CURRENTLY COMMITTED

RB Nic Silva-Bendera 5’8” 185 Jacksonville, FL
WR Shebazz Blades 6’5” 190 Tampa, FL
ATH Chris Davis 6'6" 217 Miami, FL
T Lance Mason 6’5” 306 Kissimmee, FL
RB Vontae Marshall 5’11” 191 Marietta, GA
WR Darcy Miller 5’11” 190 Baltimore, MD
RB Zaire Hampton 6’1” 217 Cutler Ridge, FL
ATH Marion Whitehead 6’6” 222 Monroe, LA[/SIZE]

***BREAKING NEWS***

Junior OL Derique Smith's season has come to an end with a turf toe injury. The Junior from Vero Beach, FL is the most experienced lineman for the Noles as he's accounted for 27 starts, and has played both Tackle and Guard for the Seminoles as well. Reserve OL Sanderson Hall also will be sidelined due to a High Ankle Sprain. It appears either Jordan Craft, or Bob Martin will replace him at Right Guard.

Reserve WR Sytavious Graham will probably return to action after missing the last 6 weeks due to a broken wrist.

INJURIES

WR Sytavious Graham - Broken Wrist - Probable
OL Derique Smith - Turf Toe - 6+ weeks (Max of Season Ending)
OL Marcus Kirby - - Bruised Knee - 1 to 2 weeks
OL Ala Hali'a'aloha - Pectoral Strain - 3 to 4 weeks
OL Sanderson Hall - High Ankle Sprain - 2 to 3 weeks

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[Injury Random Roll Rules]

Spoiler

Injuries – Rolled after every game, only for OL/DL, then again for rest of team
Step 1
Injury or None?
1 = None
2 = Injury
3 = None
Step 2
Injury Length
1 = 1 Week
2 = 2-3 Weeks
3 = 4-5 Weeks
4 = 6+ Weeks (Max of Season Ending)
5 = 1 Week
6 = 2-3 Week
7 = 4-5 Week
8 = Season Ending
9 = 1 Week

SUSPENSIONS

DL Javar Creysac - 2 Games.