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Six days after spring practice ended, Florida State has its quarterback. Ashton Daniels was officially named QB1 on Tuesday, ending a competition with Kevin Sperry. If you've been paying attention to what Norvell has been saying about Daniels for the past two months, this outcome should not surprise you. This is the right call, and it was probably made weeks before it was announced.
Read Full Article → The Nole Wire StaffFlorida State announced Tuesday that Auburn transfer Ashton Daniels will be the starting QB in 2026. The decision comes six days after spring practice ended, giving the offense clarity heading into summer workouts.
via ESPN / Florida State AthleticsTom Lang on Warchant TV recaps the QB1 announcement and what it means for the offense. Daniels brings Auburn and Stanford experience, dual-threat ability, and the leadership traits Norvell values most.
via Warchant TV / YouTubeWith Daniels named QB1, Sperry remains a key piece of the room. Norvell has consistently praised his development throughout spring, and his three years of eligibility make him a critical long-term option for the program.
via CBS SportsThe spring portal window opens April 16. Additions or departures over the next two weeks will be directly informed by what the staff saw in 15 practices and three scrimmages. Watch: CB depth, O-line, and edge rusher development.
The Nole Wire StaffEven on a day the offense took control, the defense still flashed. Jordan Crutchfield came down with an interception and Jaylen Anderson delivered a sack in a two-minute drill that "would have won the game."
via Noles247 / YouTubeThe redshirt sophomore CB made his case for a starting role with an interception return for a TD and another pick in the goal line period. Tony White praised his development throughout the spring.
The Nole Wire StaffThe final post-scrimmage press conference covered the 10-8 goal line win, potential positional adjustments on the O-line, and why neither QB will be named starter until he's "confident" in the decision.
via Warchant TV / YouTubeSpring football for FSU returns to action on Tuesday, March 24 and will conclude on April 15, 2026. Head coach Mike Norvell and the Seminoles went through another staff and roster overhaul this offseason.
FSU is 7-17 in its last two seasons under Norvell and 38-34 overall in six years. The program opens the 2026 season vs. New Mexico State on August 29, with a daunting ACC schedule that includes trips to Alabama, Clemson, Miami, and Pitt.
Sources: On3, Sports Illustrated
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Ashton Daniels | QB | R-Sr | 6'2" | 233 | Buford, Ga. |
| 9 | Kevin Sperry | QB | R-Fr | 6'1" | 213 | Denton, Texas |
| 4 | Dean DeNobile | QB | R-Sr | 6'2" | 205 | Upper Saddle River, N.J. |
| 12 | Michael Grant | QB | R-Jr | 6'3" | 216 | Tallahassee, Fla. |
| 16 | Jaden O'Neal | QB | Fr | 6'3" | 220 | Long Beach, Calif. |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Quintrevion (Tre) Wisner | RB | Sr | 6'0" | 201 | Mexia, Texas |
| 32 | Ousmane Kromah | RB | So | 6'1" | 225 | Leesburg, Ga. |
| 3 | Samuel Singleton Jr. | RB | R-Jr | 5'11" | 200 | Charleston, S.C. |
| 22 | Gemari Sands | RB | R-Jr | 5'11" | 200 | Fort Lauderdale, Fla. |
| 24 | Amari Thomas | RB | Fr | 5'11" | 201 | Marianna, Fla. |
| 21 | Zay Parks | RB | R-So | 5'11" | 205 | Crestview, Fla. |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Duce Robinson | WR | Sr | 6'6" | 230 | Phoenix, Ariz. |
| 8 | Micahi Danzy | WR | R-So | 6'1" | 189 | Tallahassee, Fla. |
| 15 | Jayvan Boggs | WR | So | 6'1" | 210 | Cocoa, Fla. |
| 13 | Tae'Shaun Gelsey | WR | R-Fr | 6'4" | 231 | Jacksonville, Fla. |
| 11 | Devin Carter | WR | Fr | 6'1" | 177 | Atlanta, Ga. |
| 7 | Jasen Lopez | WR | Fr | 5'11" | 180 | Hollywood, Fla. |
| 10 | EJ White | WR | Fr | 6'2" | 166 | Vero Beach, Fla. |
| 19 | Darryon Williams | WR | Fr | 6'0" | 184 | Tampa, Fla. |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Landen Thomas | TE | Jr | 6'4" | 240 | Moultrie, Ga. |
| 6 | Desirrio Riles | TE | Sr | 6'3" | 240 | Jacksonville, Fla. |
| 23 | Chase Loftin | TE | R-Fr | 6'6" | 230 | Omaha, Neb. |
| 80 | Corbyn Fordham | TE | Fr | 6'4" | 231 | Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | Xavier Chaplin | OL | R-Sr | 6'8" | 354 | Beaufort, S.C. |
| 55 | Bradyn Joiner | OL | R-Jr | 6'2" | 328 | Anniston, Ala. |
| 65 | André Otto | OL | R-Jr | 6'5" | 315 | Key West, Fla. |
| 71 | Nate Pabst | OL | R-Sr | 6'7" | 310 | Springdale, Ohio |
| 79 | Chimdia Nwaiwu | OL | R-Jr | 6'5" | 309 | Coppell, Texas |
| 74 | Jonathan Daniels | OL | R-So | 6'4" | 315 | Pensacola, Fla. |
| 78 | Jayden Todd | OL | R-So | 6'6" | 314 | Dublin, Ga. |
| 51 | Paul Bowling | OL | So | 6'3" | 309 | Marietta, Ga. |
| 52 | Chavez Thompson | OL | R-Fr | 6'1" | 313 | Cocoa, Fla. |
| 59 | Steven Moore | OL | Jr | 6'5" | 324 | Memphis, Tenn. |
| 58 | Luke Francis Jr. | OL | Fr | 6'5" | 369 | Croydon, United Kingdom |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Daniel Lyons | DT | R-Sr | 6'4" | 298 | Miami, Fla. |
| 3 | Mandrell Desir | DE | So | 6'4" | 265 | Miami, Fla. |
| 15 | Rylan Kennedy | DE | Sr | 6'3" | 246 | Mansfield, Texas |
| 55 | Kevin Wynn | DT | R-Fr | 6'2" | 326 | Greensboro, Ga. |
| 88 | Jordan Sanders | DT | R-Sr | 6'4" | 305 | Inglewood, Calif. |
| 13 | Deamontae Diggs | DE | R-Sr | 6'5" | 267 | McKeesport, Pa. |
| 1 | Darryll Desir | DE | So | 6'5" | 264 | Miami, Fla. |
| 32 | Jalen Anderson | DE | Jr | 6'2" | 242 | Slidell, La. |
| 8 | Deante McCray | DT | R-Sr | 6'4" | 284 | Jacksonville, Fla. |
| 90 | Jaemin Pinckney | DE | Fr | 6'5" | 217 | Ridgeville, S.C. |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | Mikai Gbayor | LB | R-Sr | 6'2" | 218 | Irvington, N.J. |
| 10 | Chris Jones | LB | Jr | 6'1" | 232 | Byram, Miss. |
| 9 | Omar Graham Jr. | LB | R-Sr | 6'1" | 239 | Fort Lauderdale, Fla. |
| 20 | Blake Nichelson | LB | Sr | 6'3" | 225 | Ripon, Calif. |
| 30 | Izayia Williams | LB | Fr | 6'2" | 221 | Tavares, Fla. |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Quindarrius Jones | CB | Sr | 6'2" | 192 | Meridian, Miss. |
| 7 | Ashlynd Barker | S | R-Sr | 6'3" | 218 | Columbus, Ga. |
| 11 | CJ Richard Jr. | S | R-So | 6'1" | 198 | Houston, Texas |
| 14 | Ma'Khi Jones | NB | So | 5'11" | 196 | Newark, N.J. |
| 12 | Nehemiah Chandler | CB | R-So | 6'1" | 180 | Jacksonville, Fla. |
| 6 | Ja'Bril Rawls | CB | R-Jr | 6'1" | 185 | Pensacola, Fla. |
| 23 | Chuck Kennon | CB | Fr | 6'2" | 184 | Bradenton, Fla. |
| 18 | Jamari Howard | CB | R-So | 6'2" | 199 | Miami, Fla. |
| 4 | Karson Hobbs | CB | Jr | 6'0" | 186 | from Notre Dame (transfer) |
| # | Name | Pos | Yr | Ht | Wt | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | Gabe Panikowski | K | R-Sr | 5'9" | 200 | San Diego, Calif. |
| 93 | Conor McAneney | K | So | 6'3" | 191 | Plumbridge, Ireland |
| 36 | Daniel Hughes | P | R-Jr | 6'5" | 238 | Melbourne, Australia |
| 48 | Caleb Bowers | LS | R-Sr | 6'1" | 234 | Whitefish Bay, Wisc. |
Roster data via Seminoles.com. ★ = Projected starter per spring depth chart.
A tough season, but FSU returns key talent and has added impactful transfers. The foundation for 2026 is being built in spring camp.
Former 5-star recruit and FSU's biggest offensive playmaker. Robinson's rare combination of size and athleticism makes him a projected first-round NFL Draft pick. Expect a monster 2026 campaign as the focal point of the passing game.
Transfer from Auburn labeled a "pleasant surprise" in spring practice. A true dual-threat who could add 15+ designed QB runs per game. The key question: can he unlock Duce Robinson vertically? Early signs are promising.
Transfer from Texas generating the most buzz in spring camp. "Taken FSU by storm" — combined with Ousmane Kromah, gives FSU potentially the best 1-2 RB punch since Coach Norvell's Memphis days.
2025 True Freshman All-American. Desir is the real deal on the edge — already one of the most disruptive defensive ends in the ACC. His Year 2 leap could be special.
Transfer from Southern Miss being called an "absolute tackle machine." Questions about his athleticism at the Power level are being answered emphatically in workouts and spring practice. A tone-setter.
Veteran leader and transfer from UNC who brings experience, instincts, and a commanding presence. Part of a defensive leadership group that has coaches excited about the culture shift in the building.
The Nole Wire Insider brings you the latest buzz from around the FSU football world. Rumors are sourced from public message boards, social media, and media reports. Items marked with 🔥 are heating up.
We're hearing that Ashton Daniels had essentially locked down the QB1 job by the end of spring practice -- and the announcement coming six days after the final practice was more about timing than indecision. Sources suggest the coaching staff wanted to evaluate the full body of work before making it official, but the trajectory was clear to those inside the building. Sperry remains on the roster and still has three years of eligibility, giving FSU legitimate depth behind Daniels heading into summer workouts.
Word out of camp is that transfer RB Tre Wisner has taken Tallahassee by storm. Combined with Ousmane Kromah, we're hearing comparisons to some of Coach Norvell's best RB duos at Memphis. This could be the deepest backfield FSU has had in years.
The buzz around spring camp suggests Chimdia Nwaiwu may be winning the right tackle spot, which would give FSU a much more complete starting five up front. Sources indicate the coaching staff is pleased with the progress of the O-line group overall.
We're hearing Deamontae Diggs has looked strong in his return from injury, and Rylan Kennedy (Texas A&M transfer) is generating real excitement on the edge. If both pan out alongside Mandrell Desir, the edge rush could be a strength.
Multiple high-profile recruits are expected on campus this week. We're hearing FSU is in strong position for several blue-chip prospects, including a top-100 DL who has visited multiple times. A former Alabama commit at DE has reopened his recruitment and FSU is believed to be firmly in the mix. The coaching staff's relentless approach to recruiting is starting to pay dividends.
Sources suggest FSU is making a strong push for a committed quarterback from another program. A visit during spring practice reportedly went very well, with the prospect praising the energy on campus.
FSU Athletic Director Michael Alford has expressed confidence that the Seminoles can compete at the "highest level" in NIL as the landscape evolves. This is a significant development for recruiting and retention moving forward.
Last updated: March 25, 2026
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