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  Episode #107

  AP Poll drops with no FSU + Ernie Sims expects more from LB's / Florida State PrimeTime LIVE 22

  Aug 21, 202652 min

  Florida State Primetime Live 22 Hosts: Jacob Smith & Jackson Burlison | FSUVOCFB Season starts in 9 days (New Mexico State). Training camp wrapping. FSU unranked in preseason AP Poll with zero receiving votes. Intro & “Pro-to-College” Eligibility Bombshell (0:00–14:00) Jacob and Jackson open on the latest NCAA/eligibility news: 2022 high-school class players who signed NFL contracts or appeared in preseason can return to college. Jackson is blunt: once you take NFL money, you should be done. “You’re officially a pro.” He cites an LSU player who had two sacks in a Bucs preseason game last week and could theoretically come back if he doesn’t make the roster. They call it the biggest break from college football tradition yet, worse than NIL or the portal. NCAA has no real enforcement power after House v. NCAA and repeated lawsuit losses. Top programs (Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, etc.) will hoover the talent; mid-majors won’t. Jackson notes the hypocrisy around Tommy Castellanos (same 2022 class) still fighting for a transfer injunction while these former NFL guys skip the portal entirely. EJ Manuel’s comments (it should never be allowed) get a shout-out. They joke about LeBron playing college ball or bringing back Braden Fisk/Jared Verse/Renardo Green. Schools aren’t roster-ready and would have to cut current players. Jackson’s take: college football is already a de-facto developmental/pro league with no structure. Training Camp Wrap & Ashton Daniels Film Breakdown (14:00–21:30) FSU’s last official training-camp presser was today (Saturday technically last day). Mike Norvell is “genuinely pleased.” Ashton Daniels has been easing in from spring and saying he’s confident. Jackson did a full film dive (Stanford + Auburn). Positives: Elite athlete who covers ground at 6-2, 225 and doesn’t look that size. Gives 50/50 receivers (especially Deuce Robinson) a chance. High-IQ off-schedule plays, pocket navigation, sidearm/flick throws under pressure, nice touch. Goes through 1-2-3 progressions and identifies things at the line — something Tommy Castellanos rarely did last year. Concerns: Accuracy and ball placement (too many inside-shoulder throws). Sometimes holds the ball too long or runs when he should throw. Injury history at Stanford. “Third time’s the charm” after DJU and Castellanos. Jackson likes the tape more than he expected; if the OL protects him, the offense with FSU’s speed at WR can be fun. Jacob is hoping for 7 wins (he’d previously said 6 was unacceptable). Both want Deuce to have a Heisman-level year. Deuce Robinson & Receiver Standard (21:30–23:30) Norvell said this week Deuce is a better receiver in every area than at any point last year — “a completely different player.” Jackson won’t put him above Malachi Toney or Jeremiah Smith yet (those two have shown more consistency). Last year was Deuce’s first real national breakout after a quieter USC stint. Ernie Sims, Linebackers & Re-establishing the Standard (23:30–27:30) Linebackers coach Ernie Sims has been preaching that the LBs must be “apex predators” and live up to Florida State’s historical standard. Jackson calls the LB room the weakest unit on defense (not bad, just the weakest of the groups) but likes the potential under Sims, one of the best LBs in program history. Sims has the credibility and relationships to demand violence and physicality. Both agree FSU has drifted from its decades-long winning standard. They’re now mentally okay with 6-7 wins. Winning the turnover margin, being physical, and doing the little things correctly (the theme of the last two seasons) will decide it. Hypotheticals like “what if Deuce caught that TD vs. Virginia” still linger. AP Poll Reaction — No FSU, Zero Receiving Votes (27:30–41:30) FanDuel national-championship odds improved from +50,000 to +40,000. FSU is playing four currently ranked teams (Alabama, SMU, Miami, Louisville). Others receiving votes include Clemson, Florida, Pitt, Virginia Tech, Georgia Tech, Cal, Virginia. Biggest surprise: Clemson not in the Top 25. Florida’s 51 votes feels overrated. Jackson is stunned FSU didn’t even get one receiving vote when New Mexico, Western Michigan, and Liberty did. “How did we not get one?” Coaches poll at least has them in receiving votes. FSU has now been unranked in 6 of the last 8 preseason AP polls. Bobby Bowden’s teams were unranked only 4 times in 34 seasons. “What happened to the standard?” If they’re not in the poll by the bye week (before Alabama), it’s going to be a long year. Miami is the clear ACC favorite in their eyes (could be a 10-win playoff team). They expect Miami to be good even if they don’t love them. Mike Norvell Hot Seat & Potential Replacements (28:30–37:00) Buyout is massive ($40M+ range). It would take another catastrophic healthy season to move on. Jackson’s first realistic name: Brian Hartline (new USF HC, former Ohio State OC). Offensive-minded, in-state, could be a jump if he produces. Other names floated: Kalani Satake (BYU consistency since 2020), Lincoln Riley if USC misses the playoff, even Oklahoma’s coach for program pedigree. Deion Sanders ship has sailed. Brian Kelly is a hard no. They won’t know the market until week 3-plus when other programs fold. Peter Warrick Hall of Fame Salute (43:00–47:00) October 31 vs. Clemson: on-campus salute for Peter Warrick (2024 FSU Athletics Hall of Fame class). 3,500+ career receiving yards (ACC record at the time, 2nd in FSU history), 207 receptions, 15 100-yard games. Jersey already retired. Both love it — pay homage to the guys who built the program (Bowden era). They also want Jordan Travis’s jersey honored eventually; he stayed a leader after the 2023 injury. Recruiting Note — John O’Dwyer (47:00–50:00) 3-star 2028 OL from Florida (27th interior OL, 58th in state). High on both Florida and FSU. Jackson likes the tape: big, physical, finishes blocks, pancakes, never stops until the whistle. Upper-body strength and mentality stand out. “Get him committed immediately.” Close Russian fan in St. Petersburg staying up late (time-zone pain). Possible call-in shows and postgame episodes coming. Next Thursday they’ll preview New Mexico State. Go Noles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #106

  Latest FSU News + 2028 Recruiting Update! / Florida State Seminoles LIVE 336

  Aug 20, 202631 min

  Florida State Seminoles LIVE 336 Latest FSU News + 2028 Recruiting Update Hosts: Gus Wilson & Cole Kruger | FSUVOCFB / Voice of College Football Presented by FanDuel Intro & Setup (0:00–2:20) Gus and Cole open from temporary setups (Cole mid-move, Gus just back from D.C.). Slow news week after last week’s fall camp recap. Plan: recap remaining camp notes, national lists, Janikowski jersey retirement, AP Poll/SMU betting, then 2028 recruiting (only two commits). First show without Marlins talk. ESPN “40 Most Important Players” — Deuce Robinson at No. 30 (2:20–5:20) ESPN list categorized (new QBs for contenders, etc.). No. 1: Keelyon Russell (Alabama). Deuce Robinson is FSU’s lone representative and one of nine WRs on the list. Cole: Ranking feels a little low. “Where would this Florida State offense be without Deuce Robinson?” Impact is limited by FSU’s perceived ceiling (they cite Paige ranking FSU ~78-79). Still one of the top receivers in the country. Gus: “Important” is a weird term. Ryan Williams and others sit ahead of him. Glad he made it; he is clearly FSU’s most important player and should be higher. AP “Most Overrated Teams of the CFP Era” — FSU No. 6 (5:20–7:30) Auburn No. 1, LSU 2, USC 3, Clemson 4. FSU sixth. Michigan, Alabama, and Georgia also appear despite multiple titles. Both push back hard. After the 2014 playoff appearance, FSU was routinely expected to contend with Clemson. Recency bias from the dark years (Deandre Francois ACL, Willie Taggart, etc.) distorts the picture. 2023 (12-0) was not overrated. They note these are the same AP voters who just released the preseason poll. ESPN Top Freshmen Poised to Impact — Two Noles (7:30–9:30) Devin Carter (WR, son of Dexter Carter) No. 2 overall for FSU. Isaiah Williams (LB) No. 4 after missing his senior year with a torn ACL; now healthy and the linebacker room is wide open. FSU is the only team with two players in the top 10 of the conference-specific list (Miami had one). Cole notes Jason Lopez (the other freshman WR) has generated more camp buzz but didn’t make the list. Williams could earn snaps immediately. Sebastian Janikowski No. 38 Retirement (9:30–12:20) Jersey retired during the New Mexico State opener — 13th Seminole and only kicker to have his number retired. Two-time Lou Groza winner (1997-99), first-round pick. Cole interviewed him that morning for an FSVU piece (out next week). Polish-born, soccer background. Funny story: Bowden initially didn’t want another kicker; an assistant showed tape, then the starter went down vs. Clemson and Bowden yelled for “the kid from Poland.” Janikowski still finds the two Groza awards surreal. Cole: “Such a nice, genuine guy.” AP Poll, SMU Odds & FanDuel Segment (12:20–15:30) Three ACC teams ranked; SMU No. 19. Week 2 (Sept. 7, Labor Day night) is a potential ranked win. Odds: FSU 2.5-point home underdog, O/U 53.5. Both like FSU and the under. They are not high on SMU or Kevin Jennings (cite his Penn State playoff struggles in a hostile environment). Home-dog, standalone night game is a plus — avoids a letdown spot if they were favored. Both plan to bet FSU. Gamble responsibly via FanDuel. FSU should be 1-0 after New Mexico State. Fall Camp Updates (15:30–22:40) QB2 battle : Malachi Marshall is “as advertised” per Norvell. Depth chart (expected soon, possibly before next show) likely lists Sperry or Marshall at QB2. Cole has been high on Marshall since the commitment. Expect all three QBs (Ashton Daniels + the two) to play if FSU has a lead vs. New Mexico State. Running back : Travion Wisner dealing with a “minor” undisclosed injury and has barely practiced. Usman Kroma has taken over the backfield and looks like the clear RB1. Sam Singleton could see more work. Cole heard Wisner wasn’t looking great even before the injury. Realistic chance Wisner sits Week 1 to be ready for SMU. They want to avoid another Roydell Williams/Gavin Sawchuck situation of veterans blocking a more talented younger back. Offensive line : Nate Pabst (Bowling Green transfer) called the most consistent OL by the position coach. “Picking my favorite kids” trying to set the five. Cole has Pabst, Brayden Joyner, Andre Otto, and Xavier Chaplin locked in; competition for the last spot (Shim Dia Nwawu, Paul Bowling, etc.). Positions still fluid. New Mexico State is a good first test to see if they can maul a lesser defensive line. Depth chart expected by next week’s New Mexico State preview show. 2028 Recruiting Update (22:40–29:40) Only two commits, both Florida kids — a positive after the 2027 class push to take the state back. Chase Brown: 3-star athlete (WR/S), committed June 11. 6-1, 165. Offers from Florida, LSU, Maryland. Troy Silvers: 3-star TE from Melbourne, committed July 14. Offers from Florida and Penn State. Targets they like : George Selvey III (4-star IOL, Riverview) — raved about April visit. Nation Farmer (nearly 5-star, Bradenton) — June visit, offer in January. Competing with Tennessee, Auburn, Michigan, Oregon. Need at least one of these two in-state linemen. Farmer is the higher-rated (more versatile) but Selvey’s interior skill set also fits. QBs hosted this summer : 4-star Luke Rubley, 4-star Chandler Dyson (Cole and Gus both high on him; Ole Miss making a strong push), 3-star Chase Curran. Additional 3-star QBs visiting for the New Mexico State game. Signals they do not have a locked-in long-term QB behind Daniels. Cole: Hard to sell FSU to QBs right now given recent development track record. Fine if Dyson prefers Ole Miss. Cam McGee : 5-star edge, No. 1 on 247Sports (reclassified). Listed FSU among schools recruiting him best (Georgia, Oregon, Auburn, Florida, Miami, Texas, Texas A&M, Ohio State, Notre Dame). Late June offer. Brand still gets them in the conversation even if landing him is a long shot. Possible post-Norvell era appeal. Norvell job security will be a recurring topic. Close (29:40–end) Last “slow” episode. Next Wednesday 8 p.m. ET: New Mexico State preview + predictions (depth chart should be out). Post-game lives coming with FSU Primetime crew (Jacob and Jackson). Shameless plugs: Cole’s Janikowski article next week on FSVU; follow @bygustwilson and @colecrewnine. ~31 minutes. Relatively quiet week, but camp reports and early 2028 traction are encouraging signs heading into the opener. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #105

  On3 says FSU will go 5-7, Daniels says D-Line will be best in ACC / Florida State PrimeTime LIVE 21

  Aug 14, 202655 min

  Florida State Primetime Live – Episode 21 Hosts: Jacob Smith & Jackson Burlison Presented by FanDuel | FSUVOCFB Opening / Personal Update (0:00–1:40) Welcome back to Seminoles Nation. Jackson was out last week at a personnel and recruiting symposium in Nashville. Networked with FSU staff, including player personnel standout Jeremy Smith. Flight delays made the return to Tallahassee rough, but overall a strong experience. Tommy Castellanos Eligibility Discussion (1:41–7:00) Jackson has been a supporter of Tommy. On the fifth-year eligibility push via injunction in Texas: If he’s a legitimate grad student, fine—let him play. Pure “for giggles” playing is less appealing. NCAA is frustrated after the Colorado injunction went through; judge already denied a stay request. Practical issue: he can’t transfer (window issues), so options are limited. Fit at FSU is unclear with the current QB room unless someone flops or he plays hybrid WR/QB (Terrell Pryor-style). Both hosts push back on the heavy blame Tommy took for 2025. He was “electric,” restored confidence, and delivered the program’s signature win over Alabama. Jordan Travis even floated Heisman talk early. Wish him well wherever he lands (NFL or potential return). Broader point: recruiting and developing high-school QBs (Jordan Travis model) still works better long-term than pure portal churn. Hope Ashton Daniels has a huge year (50 TDs joked about). On3 5-7 Prediction & Schedule Breakdown (7:00–12:00) On3 projects FSU 5-7 again (starts 5-1 then collapses). Both hosts say five wins is roughly the floor; ceiling is more like 7–8 or possibly 9 if they beat ranked teams. The “start strong then collapse” path feels very FSU-esque and mirrors last year. Quick schedule thoughts: Alabama = loss. Early stretch (New Mexico State, SMU, Central Arkansas, Virginia, Louisville) offers realistic wins. Later stretch (BC, Pitt, NC State, Florida) also winnable. Tough middle: Miami is a near-lock loss; Clemson is very hard; Louisville/Pitt/NC State are toss-ups. Betting notes: FSU +2000 ACC, +50,000 CFP (basically a donation). New Mexico State moneyline is –10,000; spread was around 30.5–31.5; total 52.5. Opponent Scouting Notes (12:00–18:00) New Mexico State : Recent trajectory oddly similar to FSU (strong 2023, then drop-off). Conference history includes Independent, CUSA, Sun Belt, WAC, etc. Not a powerhouse, but not a complete freebie either. Expect a comfortable FSU win (possibly big if offense clicks). SMU : Strong program—no losing seasons since 2018, recent CFP appearance, ranked (coaches poll ~20th). Currently only a 1.5-point favorite. Winnable but very dangerous. Alabama and Central Arkansas briefly touched. Central Arkansas is FCS; should be a “gimme” / cakewalk, though Norvell’s history there makes it a full-circle note. Sebastian Janikowski Number Retirement (18:00–20:50) No. 38 will be retired on the season opener—13th Seminole to receive the honor. Consensus: fully deserved. First-round kicker (rare), two-time Lou Groza winner, FSU/ACC all-time scoring leader, co-holder of single-game FG record (5) and career percentage (~76%). National championship contributor. Hall of Fame already (2013). One of the strongest legs in football history. Training Camp Updates & Injuries (20:50–26:30) Carson Hobbs (Notre Dame transfer CB): Torn ACL, out for the season. Looked solid in limited action last year (notably vs. Texas A&M). Meaningful rotational/experienced piece lost. Norvell pointed to sophomore Ricky Knight and existing depth as mitigation. Still a clear hit to the secondary. Javon Boggs : Back from injury, limited but working in camp. Jason Lopez (true freshman WR, two-sport athlete): Standout of camp so far. Highlighted for a one-handed catch with a defender draped on him in the Jacksonville scrimmage. Body already looks ready; route running, adjustment ability, and speed praised. Competing for slot snaps and punt return. Multiple hosts/coaches refuse to treat him like a typical freshman. Could push Boggs and earn significant snaps as a true freshman—possibly top-3 WR usage if he continues. Ashton Daniels “Best D-Line in the ACC” Comments & Hype Reality Check (26:30–40:00) Daniels publicly said the defensive line will be the best in the ACC. Hosts mixed: love the swagger, but putting a giant target on the unit’s back invites every opponent’s best shot. Reminiscent of over-talking Colorado teams of recent years. Consensus from camp reports: D-line has been the clear best unit day after day, regularly winning periods vs. the offense. Desir twins (especially Mandrell) getting national recognition (CBS top-150 type rankings). Depth and physicality look real. Larger skepticism remains: Offense (especially QB) still has question marks. Limited high-level tape on Daniels; Stanford starts were uneven; multiple multi-interception games in his past. Least experienced transfer QB FSU has brought in during the portal era. Offensive line has four transfers + only one returning starter (Andre Otto at RG). Continuity concerns are real. Overall roster has depth and young talent (big freshmen at TE, DL, etc.), but back-to-back losing seasons (7-17 the last two years) make bold talk harder to buy until proven. Floor/ceiling debate: 6-6 is not acceptable. Aim higher (8–9 wins, strong conference record, road/ranked wins). 2022-style rebound (10-3 after a down year) feels more realistic than an immediate 2023-level leap. Recruiting, NIL, Transfer Portal & Culture Discussion (40:00–53:00) Frustration with Florida commits (even three-stars) still talking to Florida and scheduling visits. Pattern of flips to in-state rivals continues and hurts. Extended role-play/hypothetical on five-star OT recruitment: money matters, but so do proximity to home, playing time, culture, post-football education, cost of living, and chance to win. Hosts land on the reality that the programs writing the biggest checks are usually also the ones with the best win probability. Broader critique of modern college football: NIL + portal has turned it into pure business. Old model (recruit, develop, retain—Bobby Bowden/Jimbo style) is harder. Eligibility rules feel broken (multi-year veterans, graduate students, etc.). NCAA has lost control as state courts and injunctions dictate outcomes (Tommy situation cited again). Positive note on the Australian punter (28-year-old with wild hair/tattoos) as a fun locker-room presence. Closing (53:00–end) Show wrapping after ~53–55 minutes. Shifting to Thursday shows going forward, plus post-game content once the season starts. Final message: Go Noles. See you next Thursday. Key Takeaways for Article/Clip Use On3 5-7 projection is treated as realistic floor but not the expectation. Daniels’ D-line claim is the flashiest soundbite—pair with camp reports and Desir twins hype. Lopez is the clear breakout camp story; Hobbs injury is the biggest immediate setback. Recruiting/NIL conversation is heated and honest—good for longer-form analysis or reaction content. Overall tone: measured optimism mixed with healthy skepticism after consecutive losing seasons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #103

  FSU picked up 13 receiving votes in the preseason Coaches Poll / Florida State PrimeTime Live 20

  Aug 7, 202636 min

  Florida State Primetime Live 20 – Episode Notes Host: Jackson Burleson (solo) | FSUVOCFB | Sponsored by FanDuel Focus segment: FSU receives 13 votes in preseason Coaches Poll Intro & Show Setup (0:00–1:20) Welcome to Florida State Seminoles Primetime Live. Jacob is out of town; Jackson running the show solo. Topics previewed: training camp/scrimmages (FSU practicing at UNF in Jacksonville), 2028 recruiting news, Tommy Castellanos situation. Standard calls to action: subscribe, hit the bell, comment, check TikTok/Instagram/X pages. Training Camp & Depth Chart Updates (1:20–10:40) Running backs : Controvion Wisner sat out the first scrimmage at Doak Campbell (injury details TBD; Mike Norvell expected to address). Usman Korma took first-team reps. Sam Singleton Jr. having a strong camp—looking stronger, cut up, projected kick returner. Special teams notes: Jason Lopez and Javon Bogues competing for punt return. First scrimmage completed Tuesday. Two practices at UNF; next scrimmage Sunday, Aug. 9 (weather permitting). OC Tim Harris Jr. called Wisner’s issue “minor.” Quarterbacks : Malachi Marshall held out of Tuesday scrimmage (arrived late to Tallahassee). Kevin Sperry has the experience edge and knows the playbook; Marshall viewed as higher upside talent. Jackson downplays concerns about lack of competition for Ashton Daniels—evaluate once the season starts. Defense : Heavy praise for the Desir twins (Mandrell and Darrell) after body transformations. Front seven depth highlighted (Kevin Wynn, Daniel Lyons, Ryland Kennedy—who “ragdolled” a player in camp—plus Deontay McRae, Jordan Sanders). DC Tony White called the first scrimmage the cleanest he’s seen defensively (few missed tackles). Accountability and culture emphasized (KJ Kirkland and others calling out teammates). Secondary : Jabril Rawls earning major praise and the nickname “Black Mamba.” Blue Adams (CBs coach) using Jalen Ramsey film for physicality examples. Rawls’ 2025 production noted (40 tackles, 2 TFL, INT, FR in only 7 starts). Depth behind him (including Jeremy Jones returning from injury). Multiple leaders in the secondary rather than one dominant voice. Preseason Coaches Poll – FSU’s 13 Receiving Votes (10:41–15:10) [Main Focus Segment] Coaches Poll released; AP Poll expected around Aug. 17. Florida State received 13 receiving votes . Jackson’s reaction: Surprised they got any votes at all given the narrative around the program (back-to-back losing seasons, 7-17 over last two years, no road wins since Nov. 25, 2023, Norvell’s ACC record 22-26). Comparisons that don’t add up for him: Georgia Tech projected higher in ACC but only 13 more votes than FSU. Virginia (projected top-7/10 in ACC) has 40 votes—27 more than FSU. FSU has more receiving votes than Pitt (whom many expect to be better). Technically places FSU as the ~40th-ranked team in the country via receiving votes. Jackson finds the poll inconsistent: media projects FSU 11th in the ACC and questions the roster/schedule, yet some voters still gave them points. He personally wouldn’t have given FSU receiving votes based on recent results and offseason talk. Counterpoints he acknowledges: close losses last season (4 of 7 losses by one possession; 1-7 in one-score games over last two years), new transfers, returning pieces, and the “wild card” nature of the program (“really good or really bad—no in-between”). Overall take: Not mad about the votes; can give fans a small confidence boost that not everyone has written the team off. Still views FSU as a major unknown. Asks viewers to comment whether the Seminoles deserved the 13 votes. FanDuel Odds Segment – SMU vs. FSU (15:10–17:40) Pulls up FanDuel lines for the SMU game (expected to be one of the biggest of the season). SMU -1.5 / FSU +1.5; FSU moneyline +100; over/under 53.5. SMU ranked No. 20 in Coaches Poll. Jackson finds the spread surprisingly tight given the ranking disparity and FSU’s projected ACC finish. Expected a bigger number (at least -6.5 or so for SMU). 2028 Recruiting – Chase Brown (17:40–22:30) Only two commits in the 2028 class so far (one TE + safety Chase Brown). Brown (3-star athlete, Ruskin, FL / Leonard HS; 6-1, 165) committed June 11, 2026, but has scheduled five gameday visits this season: FSU (Aug. 29), Florida (Sept. 5), Louisville (Sept. 19), LSU (Oct. 10), North Carolina (Oct. 24). Jackson finds the visits after a commitment “weird/alarming” and mixed-signal. Emphasizes the need to keep him—versatile two-way player, local, still developing, could rise in rankings. First visit is to FSU; wants the staff to lock him in then. Notes offers from the schools he’s visiting. Tommy Castellanos Situation (22:30–28:20) Former FSU QB pursuing legal action against the NCAA (in Texas) to secure a fifth year of eligibility and access to the transfer portal. Background: Part of the 2022 class affected by the Colorado injunction granting an extra year. He declared for the draft, missed the January portal window, attended Dolphins minicamp as a receiver. Court ruling gave eligibility but did not automatically reopen the portal. Current status: Can return to FSU but the roster/QB room is set; receiver fit also unclear. Lawsuit seeks portal entry so he can transfer elsewhere. Jackson expects him to eventually get portal access. Only path back to Tallahassee is if the lawsuit fails and he still wants to play this season. Norvell has spoken generally about compliance conversations with former players regarding the eligibility situation. Deuce Robinson Preseason Honors (28:20–33:20) Sweep of recognition: Maxwell Award watch list, Sporting News Preseason All-American, Preseason All-ACC, first-team Academic All-American (first FSU player since Dustin Hopkins in 2012; only ninth in program history). Jackson’s view: Best player in the ACC and one of the top players nationally. Mild surprise he wasn’t first-team All-American somewhere. Strong 2025 production (first 1,000-yard receiver at FSU since 2019, multiple 100-yard games, elite yards-after-catch and big-play numbers). Expects even bigger numbers with Ashton Daniels (better pure passer than Tommy Castellanos). Projects potential first-round (possibly top-15/20) if he has a big year and enters Heisman conversations. Robinson returned to help the team reach January. Close & Outlook (33:20–end) ~23 days until the season opener vs. New Mexico State at home (Aug. 29/30 window). Jackson hopes to attend and cover. Plans to track recruiting (including Chase Brown’s FSU visit) and other gameday visitors. Final CTAs for socials and thanks for watching. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #102

  Noles Camp Is Here & Unveils $400M Football Vision / Florida State PrimeTime Live 19

  Jul 31, 202644 min

  Noles Camp Is Here & Unveils $400M Football Vision Florida State PrimeTime Live 19 Hosts: Jacob Smith & Jackson Burleson (FSUVOCFB) Overview Training camp is underway in Tallahassee amid extreme heat. The hosts express relief that football is back (even if only via social media highlights so far) and dive into recruiting news, the perceived disrespect in the ACC preseason poll, key position battles, player motivation as underdogs, major facility upgrades totaling roughly $400M+, rivalries, and historical player debates. Overall tone is cautiously optimistic: the roster has more talent and motivation than outsiders credit, with a realistic path to 7–8 wins if execution improves. Key Recruiting Note Four-star edge Mesh Dobson (Fort Lauderdale area, ~6'3", 235 lbs, top-60 nationally) committed to FSU (per Zach Blostein/247Sports). He reclassed from 2028 to 2027—the second recent reclass after Zakara Johnson. Hosts view him as a quality get who can rush the passer and add star power to the class. Discussion on reclassifications concludes they are usually positive (players who reclass tend to be physically/mentally ready) but remain case-by-case; success depends on the program’s depth chart and the player’s readiness rather than any universal trend tied to powerhouses. ACC Poll & Expectations Preseason ACC poll has Miami as the favorite; FSU is projected 11th yet received three first-place votes (one of the few teams outside the top 10 with any). Hosts call the ranking and ~5.5-win total “insane disrespect.” They argue the roster (led by Deuce Robinson, viewed as one of the ACC’s best players) warrants at least a top-7 projection and higher ranking than teams like NC State. Schedule is tough (Alabama, SMU, Miami, Clemson, Pitt, Florida). Early odds showed SMU only a small favorite (~-1.5), which the hosts see as evidence FSU is closer to contending than the poll implies. Realistic outlook voiced: 7–8 wins is attainable if the team stays competitive and beats the more winnable games (New Mexico State, Central Arkansas, Boston College, potentially Pitt/Florida/Clemson/SMU). Alabama is acknowledged as a steep climb. Training Camp Focus Areas Running backs : Wide-open competition among Wisner, Corma, and Sam Singleton Jr. (looking especially fast early). Expect a committee or a clear leader to emerge; New Mexico State (big favorite) will be a showcase opportunity. Defense : High promise. Praise for Chris Jones, returning contributor Jabril Rawls (some calling him a sneaky first-round corner prospect), and the Desir brothers. Freshman safety Chauncey Kennedy (four-star) is highlighted as a potential long-term difference-maker in the Derwin James mold due to physicality, speed, and developmental runway. Ashlyn Barker also noted for intense offseason work. Offense : Ashton Daniels receiving strong leadership praise from Mike Norvell. Malachi Danzy has improved stop-start explosiveness significantly and is eyed for a breakout. True freshmen WRs Devin Carter and Jason Lopez could play big roles. Tight ends are drawing internal raves. Third WR spot and OL movement remain questions. Tom Herman’s presence is viewed positively for additional input. Injuries to monitor : Javon Bogues and Makai Gaber limited but expected ready for Week 0; freshman Cam Brooks recovering from Achilles (possible late-season return). Atmosphere: Players described as “pissed off” and motivated by low external expectations. Deuce Robinson’s return (instead of NFL) is cited as evidence of buy-in to make FSU relevant again. Heat has been brutal (mid-90s+), but the group is handling it. Anquan Bolden visited camp and spoke to the team—seen as valuable motivation from a program legend. Facilities & Program Investment New Dunlap Football Operations Center (~$138.6M): Indoor turf, recovery amenities (cold/hot plunge), film room adjacent to walkthrough space for rapid installation, and overall quality claimed to rival or exceed many NFL facilities and rank among the best in college football. Doak Campbell Stadium overhaul (~$265M): Capacity reduced from ~79k to ~67k to prioritize premium seating/revenue. Hosts note the economics (premium experiences drive far more value) while acknowledging the trade-off for general fans. New arrowhead/entrance features and displayed “rocks” (rivalry symbolism) also praised. Combined investment approaches/exceeds $400M. Consensus: elite facilities should aid recruiting (especially in-state five-stars) and player development, though on-field results will determine whether boosters and momentum fully follow. Previous facilities were underwhelming by comparison. Rivalries & Culture Notes Quick poll-style discussion: Hosts lean toward players (and themselves currently) hating Miami more than Florida—driven by ACC competition, recent rankings/performance, and historical intensity (though Florida still carries weight, especially in recruiting). Comments and chat mixed; some still prioritize the in-state Florida rivalry. Broader sentiment: Fans need more belief. The underdog role removes pressure and could be advantageous if the team responds. Greatest Seminole Debate (Light Segment) Jackson leans Dalvin Cook (rushing records, four years, national title contribution, personal favorite). Other names floated: Jameis Winston (Heisman, leadership; recent comments clarifying the “crab legs” incident as a compliance-driven admission to avoid suspension), Anquan Bolden, Deion Sanders, Charlie Ward. Kicker aside: Roberto Aguayo’s college accuracy record vs. Sebastian Janikowski’s overall legacy/draft pedigree. Closing Hosts promote new show social accounts (TikTok, Instagram, X/Twitter) for clips and urge follows of @JSmithSports and @JacksonBurleson. Next full episode planned for the following Tuesday (one host unavailable the intervening week due to a recruiting symposium). Sign-off: Go Noles. Bottom line from the show : Camp energy and facilities are strong positives. Talent and motivation exist to outperform the low preseason bar, but the product still has to show up on the field after recent lean years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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