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Column: Michael Alford played by the old rules and was fired for it
For the first time in a long time, on Monday, a Florida State press conference provided value. FSU President Richard McCullough met with the local Tallahassee media ahead of head coach Mike Norvell’s Monday press conference to answer questions on the Seminoles’ shocking but necessary news that morning — Michael Alford’s firing as athletic director. […]
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September 16, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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Noles News: Ernie Sims confident in FSU’s linebacker depth
Football FSU will be without starting linebacker Blake Nichelson for an extended period of time, the latest injury to hit the room, but linebackers coach Ernie Sims told local media on Tuesday that he’s confident in the Seminoles’ depth at the position: This is one of the benefits of what we have with this defense […]
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September 16, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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“He can be special”: Ousmane Kromah continues to showcase his potential as a Florida State running back
Ousmane Kromah has found the end zone in each of Florida State’s first two games, but his impact on the Seminoles’ offense has gone well beyond the scoreboard. The sophomore running back has quickly become one of the key pieces of the Florida State offense, opening the season with back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances. Through two […]
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September 16, 2026 at 12:56 AM
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Noles News: What’s next for Florida State after firing Michael Alford?
Football: Florida State has taken the first step in fixing its ailing football program with the news that former Athletic Director, Michael Alford, was fired yesterday. President McCullough had this to say: “Florida State is committed to maintaining the highest standards for our student-athletes and staff,” President McCullough said. “We want all of them to […]
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September 15, 2026 at 12:40 PM
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Mike Norvell on SMU loss, AD change entering Alabama week: “It doesn’t change my belief for this football team”
Florida State head coach Mike Norvell met with local media Monday to open Alabama week after Michael Alford’s firing as athletic director, discussing, among other things, three availability updates. “First off, with the news of today, definitely wanted to start off just thanking Michael Alford and Laura, for all the work and the time that […]
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September 15, 2026 at 12:40 PM
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Florida State fires Athletic Director Michael Alford
Florida State has reportedly fired Vice President and Director of Athletics Michael Alford, ending a tenure that had become increasingly embattled over the last several years. Andrea Adelson of ESPN broke the news this morning following confirmation from FSU President Richard McCullough: Alford took over as Florida State’s athletic director in December 2021 after previously […]
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September 15, 2026 at 12:44 AM
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“Confidential — Do Not Distribute”: Inside ACC’s campaign for the Protect College Sports Act
The ACC did more than publicly endorse the Protect College Sports Act. For weeks before and after the Senate Commerce Committee advanced the PCSA, conference officials pressed for provisions they favored and supplied feedback on draft language. Tomahawk Nation obtained records from the University of North Carolina and the University of Virginia through public-records requests. […]
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September 14, 2026 at 12:47 PM
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Noles News: FSU is a 20.5-point underdog to Alabama
Football After its first bye week of the season, Florida State will now try to snap its 1,024-day-long away-game losing streak as it heads on the road to take on the No. 10 Alabama Crimson Tide — the Seminoles are currently 20.5-point underdogs (+890 ML), according to FanDuel, with the over/under set at 49.5. Alabama […]
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September 14, 2026 at 12:47 PM
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Three concerning stats from FSU’s first 2 games of the season
Even though it’s only Week 2, Florida State’s (1-1, 0-1) bye week could not have come at a better time. The Seminoles looked lethargic against New Mexico State in Week 0 before being clearly the worst team against SMU on Labor Day, with the Seminoles unable to capitalize on winning the turnover margin, essentially by […]
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September 13, 2026 at 3:39 AM
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No. 18 FSU soccer ties NC State 2-2 in ACC opener
No. 18 Florida State hosted NC State Friday evening in its first ACC matchup of the season, ending the night with a 2-2 draw. The Seminoles move to 4-1-2 on the season, while the Wolfpack move to 7-0-2. FSU goalkeeper Kate Ockene entered the matchup after being named ACC Goalkeeper of the Week for her […]
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September 12, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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Noles News: FSU exits the bye with more questions than answers
Football: FSU exits the bye week with more questions than answers especially on the defensive side of the ball. FSU has given up nearly a thousand total yards for an average of 6.6 yards per play. The bye week will be crucial as four of FSU’s next five opponents are ranked inside the top-25 starting […]
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September 12, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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Bye week open game thread: Keeping an eye on FSU opponents- How to watch, stream, odds, and rankings for Week 2
The Florida State Seminoles are in the first of their two bye weeks of the 2026 season after splitting their first two games. The Seminoles’ second bye week will come the weekend of October 24th, after traveling to Doak South in North Dade, and before hosting Clemson at Doak. This week’s bye gives the coaches […]
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September 11, 2026 at 1:09 AM
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Mike Norvell on four SMU turnovers leading to just seven FSU points: “That’s a failure”
Florida State head coach Mike Norvell met with local Tallahassee media during the bye week on Thursday to recap Monday night’s 27-24 loss to then-No. 19 SMU and look ahead to Alabama. Florida State’s defense forced four turnovers, two interceptions and two fumbles. It capitalized on only one of those. “You only get seven points […]
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September 11, 2026 at 1:09 AM
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Noles News: FSU basketball finalizes 2026-27 schedule
Football Florida State offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. and defensive coordinator Tony White spoke with local media on Wednesday, with both of them of the opinion that the Seminoles are just a few plays away from playing to their potential: “The quarterback knowing where people are gonna be, guys knowing exactly their depth on routes, […]
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September 11, 2026 at 1:09 AM
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FSU Softball class of 2028: Commitment thread
Now that September 1st has passed, high school players entering their junior year are beginning to make verbal commitments to programs. Below are the players that have committed to playing in the Garnet and Gold in 2029: September 9th: Paityn Donalson, Outfield/Utility, Lakeland, FL With the first name on the list, Paityn Donalson is a […]
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September 10, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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FSU’s coordinators on third-down tape vs SMU: “Things were there, and we just have to execute better”
Florida State offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. and defensive coordinator Tony White met with local media Wednesday to recap Monday night’s 27-24 loss to No. 19 SMU and discuss the bye week as well as the two-week build-up to their first road game of the season at Alabama. Florida State finished 2-of-15 on third down […]
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September 10, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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Column: Mike Norvell’s coordinator choices might be the final nail in his coffin
After Florida State lost to Notre Dame by 49 points in November of 2024, Florida State’s athletic department, led by athletic director Michael Alford, decided it would be cheaper to fire almost all of the staff around Norvell instead of the FSU head coach, who had just signed an eight-year, $84 million extension the prior […]
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September 9, 2026 at 3:46 PM
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Noles News: FSU’s Kate Ockene named ACC Goalkeeper of the Week
Football While a majority of readers were expecting a loss vs. SMU on Monday, just how much did the outcome of the matchup change your opinion about this year’s FSU football team? Some game notes from Monday night: In case you missed it: Curt Weiler wrote on why the loss was likely for the greater […]
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September 9, 2026 at 3:46 PM
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Noles News: FSU was plus 4 in the turnover margin and still lost
Football: Florida State’s defense gave up 585 yards for an average of 8.7 yards per play and dropped the first ACC game of the season 27-24 to SMU. Florida State will have to take a desperate look at its passing game this bye week if they want to have any shot of making a bowl […]
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September 8, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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“We came up short:” Mike Norvell on FSU’s 27-24 loss to No. 19 SMU
Florida State head coach Mike Norvell and quarterback Ashton Daniels met with local media after Monday night’s 27-24 loss to No. 19 SMU at Doak Campbell Stadium. “Tonight, coming off of it, just another close game, a lot of one plays,” Norvell said. “You think back through it, some of the explosive plays that we […]
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September 8, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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Column: Florida State’s loss to SMU was for the greater program good
It’s ok to admit you got invested in Florida State’s opportunity to pull out a stunning Week 1 upset for the second straight year Monday night in Tallahassee. It’s also ok to admit, now that it’s over, that it was a net positive in the long term that the Seminoles didn’t win this game against […]
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September 8, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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5 questions, 5 answers: Takeaways after FSU squanders upset opportunity vs. SMU
Florida State, despite forcing four turnovers on Monday night, was unable to pull off an upset vs. No. 19 SMU in a 27-24 loss. It’s the third straight year that FSU has lost its ACC opener. Mike Norvell is now 39-35 at FSU, with a 22-27 record in ACC play. FSU was outgained 585-324, a […]
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September 8, 2026 at 9:41 AM
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FSU falls short in upset bid vs. No. 19 SMU
Florida State hosted No. 19 SMU in an ACC matchup that got off to an unusual start Monday night. Kickoff was delayed until 9:15 p.m. after a power outage inside the stadium. Even when play began, it wasn’t a typical college football game, with no public address announcements, in-game video replay, coach-to-player audio or video […]
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September 8, 2026 at 5:52 AM
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SMU 17, FSU 10: Seminoles struggling to keep up with Mustangs’ offensive production
Florida State is trying to go blow-for-blow with No. 19 SMU, coming up short so far as the Seminoles trail the Mustangs 17-10. SMU is outgaining 328-165, with quarterback Kevin Jennings currently 14-for-19 with two touchdowns and 224 yards. FSU is once again dealing with third down issues, currently 0-for-6 on offense and allowing the […]
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September 8, 2026 at 5:52 AM
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FSU vs. SMU will kick off at 9:15 after being delayed due to power outage
Florida State’s ACC opener vs. No. 19 SMU was set for 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, but won’t kick off until 9:15 p.m. ET on ESPN tonight. A transformer reportedly blew on the west side of the stadium, shutting off lights as well as power in the press box. The game was minutes from kicking […]
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September 8, 2026 at 5:52 AM