The latest on a lot of big names:

Good morning (or maidin mhaith as they say here in Dublin) from Aviva Stadium. Florida State is wrapping up its final practice before Saturday's 5 p.m. (noon EST) season opener vs. Georgia Tech here in Dublin (ESPN). Upon its conclusion, head coach Mike Norvell will address the media for the final time before kicking the 2024 college football season off in style.

I'll have some updates here once things get underway.

Both Georgia and Clemson look like they are in better shape than us . Antler spray I guess

With the scholarship limit expanding next year and the future of the 2025 class uncertain, here are seven more prospects that are 'under the radar' whom Florida State may pursue in the next few months to fill in the cracks of the 2025 recruiting class.

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Oh boy. Lundy lost as usual and Peyton allergic to run tackling.

Maybe we can score 50.

Members of the Osceola staff answer the question: Fact or Fiction, Florida State will win ten or more games in 2024?

Four FSU football notes:
- Hykeem Williams is set to make his 2024 debut
- Jeremiah Byers update from Norvell
- Freshmen could earn playing time at RB
- Next men up at returner with Lucas' injury

I think most of us feel we will really have success on the ground this season, between the OL, the variety of running back styles, a Paul Bunyon style QB, and a deep threat in the passing game. . .all signs point to it.

I believe GT struggled on the defensive side of the ball most of the year, but started to figure it out more by the end of the year. I see they picked up a few in the transfer portal, but nobody who seems to be real game changers. Admittedly, I don't follow GT very closely, thus the reason for my post for those in the know.

They have some pieces on offense, and will probably score a bit, but I sure like our defensive talent.

Games are won and lost in the trenches, and I think our trenches are just way, way, way better, especially our O-line vs their D-line.

There's lots of talk about this game being one of the most difficult games on our schedule, but when I sit and look at it closer. . .I think we just control this game from the kickoff and maintain control throughout.

FSU sports information:

The No. 20 Florida State volleyball team (3-0) rose to the occasion on Sunday afternoon as they took down No. 25 Georgia (2-1) in four sets (25-17, 25-14, 17-25, 25-19) in front of a sold-out crowd at Tully Gym on Sunday afternoon. Sunday marked the Seminoles' 43rd win over a ranked opponent in school history and was the Seminoles' first non-conference ranked win since beating No. 14 Florida on Sept. 15, 2021.

The Seminoles set the tone early with Kyleene Filimaua and Khori Louis delivering powerful kills that left the Bulldogs on its heels. FSU's relentless defense, highlighted by Emery Dupes' impressive saves, forced Georgia into an early timeout with FSU leading 8-3. Despite their efforts, Georgia trailed for most of the set, struggling to close a persistent five-point deficit. A late surge from the Bulldogs fell short, and Florida State secured the first set with a commanding 25-17 victory.

Georgia claimed the first point of the second set, but the Seminoles quickly retaliated, sending the Bulldogs into yet another timeout with a solid 7-3 lead. FSU maintained a steady five-to-seven-point advantage throughout the set. Although Georgia briefly disrupted the Seminoles' momentum with a successful challenge on an attack error by Filimaua, it wasn't enough. Florida State responded with a timeout of their own at 20-13, regrouped, and rallied to close out the set 25-14.

Georgia found their rhythm in the third set, jumping to an early lead of 5-2. Despite their best efforts, FSU couldn't close the gap and trailed throughout the set. A late push saw the Seminoles reach 17 points, but Georgia's early dominance carried them to a 25-17 win to extend the match to a fourth set.

The fourth set saw a back-and-forth battle with both teams locked at six early on in the fourth set. The two teams were neck and neck at the halfway point and continued to trade points, but with FSU leading 18-17, the Seminoles score seven out of the final nine points to shut the door and seal the victory.

For the third consecutive match, FSU had a different kill leader. Audrey Koenig led the way with 15 kills on 37 attacks. Taylor Head added nine kills to go along with 15 digs. Kelsey Perry made her presence known at the net as she led the Noles with seven blocks, including four in the first set. Kenna Phelan and Loren Robertson each dished out 18 and 16 assists, respectively.

After a quick break, the Seminoles will return to action next weekend at the Auburn Invitational. FSU will take on Cal Poly on Friday at 4 p.m. before taking on Auburn at 1 p.m. on Sunday.

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FSU sent out a survey yesterday and is working on all aspects of the gameday environment inside Doak Campbell Stadium after the loud music and relative lack of Marching Chiefs usage drew criticism during and after Monday night's home opener.

Nothing major in terms of a depth chart update for FSU this week. Three positions that formerly listed co-starters now have a more established pecking order entering Monday's Boston College game.

Would be nice to have him as an option this year.
But, he is getting away with some blatant push offs offense.