This episode of On The Bench discusses Noles247's scoop from FSU's recent spring scrimmage. We also talk about early impressions of Nick Williams and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

March Madness is HERE! Join Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as they pick the winner for EVERY game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. They will take you from Dayton all the way to Indianapolis. Who do the guys have winning it all? Tune in to find out! (0:00) Intro + Norlander is doin’ more stuff with brackets (1:00) This is the bracket preview … it’s different from yesterday (7:00) East Region Picks & Predictions (24:00) South Region Picks & Predictions (37:45) West Region Picks & Predictions (53:00) Midwest Region Picks & Predictions (1:05:30) Who is the 12 seed or worse most likely to make a run? (1:10:00) Final Four Picks! Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball’s YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Florida State's spring camp underway, this episode of On The Bench discusses intel from the Seminoles' first couple of practices. We dive into the size of Florida State's DL, Ashton Daniels early performance, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Follow Inside College Basketball Now on Apple or Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench is a roundtable featuring Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone, Trey Rowland, Coach AB, and Kevin Little. The guys previewed spring ball and discussed the fans' current outlook on the program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench discusses FSU's spring practice starting and potential practice availability. It also discusses reopening the recruiting window and the need to quickly assemble the QB board. We also discuss Banana Ball coming to town and FSU baseball's recent play. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench discusses whether Florida State truly has a QB battle, recaps baseball's opening weekend and basketball's win over BC, and explores the mind of Christopher Nee. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State's defensive portal haul, FSU basketball's recent win streak, and the upcoming baseball season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State football news cycle has had a quick start to February with the retirement of offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn. This episode of On The Bench includes a live reaction to the news (near the end of the episode), recaps Junior Day, and grades the Seminoles' transfer portal haul. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach makes his fearless predictions for the 2026 season as FSU's schedule is set, and we ponder what do it mean? A positive game of Buy or Sonnone ensues, following by some of the most riveting TE2 talk that you'll ever hear. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State retaining the Desir twins, how FSU paid top dollar to keep many of their key returners, and the additions of QBs Malachi Marshall and Dean DeNobile. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has received 14 commitments out of the transfer portal so far this offseason. The Seminoles have also had 35+ players depart the program in a busy cycle. This episode of On The Bench discusses the latest updates on the transfer portal window and how FSU's staff is handling it. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State landed its potential QB1 out of the transfer portal on Tuesday morning. Auburn transfer Ashton Daniels announced his commitment to the Seminoles after visiting Tallahassee on Monday. This episode of On The Bench discusses the addition of Daniels, how that affects FSU's 2026 outlook, and the recent portal announcements of three key defensive linemen (Mandrell Desir, Darryll Desir, and Amaree Williams). You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State's latest portal updates, breaking down which targets the Seminoles are pursuing. The Seminoles have received one portal commitment from South Alabama DB Nehemiah Chandler. FSU is expected to receive visits from quarterbacks DJ Lagway and Anthony Colandrea on Sunday. We compare the two quarterbacks and how those visits could impact them. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NCAA Transfer Portal officially opens in a couple of days on January 2. Florida State has revamped their front office with the reported hires of general manager John Garrett and executive director of player acquisitions Taylor Edwards. This episode of On The Bench discusses the impact of those hires, how quickly they can make an impact on FSU's roster, and the Seminoles to hit the transfer portal over the last week: You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has rounded out its coaching staff for the 2026 football season. The Seminoles hired Austin Tucker as quarterbacks coach and Blue Adams as cornerbacks coach. This episode of On The Bench focuses on those hires, the retention of John Papuchis, and the departures of key players to the portal.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State football's offseason has seen a handful of staff moves to this point. The most recent moves included the departures of general manager Darrick Yray to UCLA and quarterbacks coach Tony Tokarz to Buffalo. This episode of On The Bench recaps the Seminoles' recent staff movements, how it affects the offseason, and how Mike Norvell could replace the departing staff members.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's offseason has been off to a busy start with coaching staff changes. This episode of On The Bench discusses the Seminoles' newest coaching additions and the latest updates on Gus Malzahn's status as offensive coordinator.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State football's offseason and the soccer program's fifth national title. Just over a week removed from the end of the 2025 football season, FSU has had three changes to its coaching staff. FSU let go of cornerbacks coach Patrick Surtain Sr., running backs coach David Johnson left for Arkansas, and Nick Williams was hired as the Seminoles' new edge coach. The Noles247 staff breaks down those staff changes, previews other potential moves on the staff, and discusses what impact consultant Jake Rosenberg could have on the program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's 2026 signing class has wrapped up. On Wednesday, the Seminoles signed 32 prospects. The class is ranked No. 14 in the country. This episode of On the Bench reviews the signing class, breaking down how FSU landed some of its top recruits. We also discuss the ESPN report about Florida State courting Lane Kiffin during the season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has reached the offseason, another crucial one for Mike Norvell after his fourth losing season in six years in Tallahassee. The Seminoles lost, 40-21, to a 4-8 Florida team to conclude the season with a 5-7 record. Florida running back Jadan Baugh ran for 266 yards, the second-most ever by a Gator. FSU was 2-7 in its final nine games.  This episode of On The Bench recaps the loss to the Gators and the season as a whole. The episode also discusses how FSU could approach front office changes, including some targets for the Seminoles' potentially restructured front office. Lastly, it provides the latest updates on recruiting with signing day just a couple of days away.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State lost it's final game against Florida which ended their bid for bowl eligibility. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Sunday, Florida State announced that Mike Norvell will continue as the head coach in 2026. The Seminoles are coming off a 21-11 loss at NC State, falling to 5-6 overall and finishing the ACC slate with a 2-6 conference record. FSU hasn't won at an opponent's stadium since 2023. FSU's statement included votes of confidence from President Richard McCullough, Board of Trustees Chairman Peter Collins, and Athletic Director/VP Michael Alford. This episode of On The Bench gives an immediate reaction to Florida State's decision and discusses how it affects the long-term outlook of the program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated. Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Special teams blunders cost Florida State yet again as they drop another road game against NC State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey Rowland hosts an On The Bench Roundtable with Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone, Zach Blostein, Coach AB, and Kevin Little. The guys weigh in on the direction of Florida State's football program and Mike Norvell's tenure. They discuss the many different angles of the current scenario and what comes next for the program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State improved to 5-5 with a 34-14 win over Virginia Tech (3-7, 2-4 ACC) on Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium. It was the Seminoles' final home game of 2025, ending the season with a 5-2 home record. FSU travels to NC State (5-5, 2-4 ACC) and Florida (3-7, 2-5 SEC) for the final two games, looking for a win to become bowl-eligible. FSU is yet to win a road game this season. The Seminoles and Wolfpack play at 8:00 p.m. on Friday at Carter-Finley Stadium.  This episode of On The Bench recaps Florida State's win over the Hokies and if/how it impacts Mike Norvell's coaching tenure. The episode also discusses Duce Robinson's dominance, a strong game from Elijah Herring, and Ethan Pritchard's emotional return to Doak. It wraps up with potential bowl destinations, if FSU were to get to six wins, and recruiting updates.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State faces off against Virginia Tech in an epic primetime ACC showdown on Saturday night in Tallahassee. Just kidding, but Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein are still here to breakdown the game, the recruiting events surrounding it and plenty of other topics on today's episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State moved to 4-5 on the 2025 season with a 24-10 loss at Clemson this past weekend. On Monday, Mike Norvell held an emphatic press conference, declaring his confidence in the trajectory of the program. This episode of On The Bench quickly recaps another FSU road loss and dives into Norvell's comments on Monday. It also includes a few 'Buy or Sonnones' from the listeners and a short preview of basketball's matchup with Florida.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"New November" is out the window already for the Seminoles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State travels to Clemson this weekend for its ninth game of the 2025 season. The 4-4 Seminoles and 3-5 Tigers play at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday on the ACC Network. This episode of On The Bench previews the rivalry game and its potential impacts. It also recaps the latest recruiting commitments and de-commitments.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State got back in the win column this past weekend with a dominant 42-7 win over Wake Forest at Doak Campbell Stadium. The win snapped a four-game losing streak and got Mike Norvell's team back to .500 on the season.  This episode of On the Bench recaps the win over the Demon Deacons and its potential impact on four remaining games in the regular season. We also take an early lookahead at the Seminoles' upcoming road matchup with the struggling Clemson Tigers. Chris Nee also gives a quick preview of FSU basketball's opening game, and Zach Blostein reviews football's latest commits. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State puts together a dominant effort to take down the Demon Deacons. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State returns to Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday night against Wake Forest. The Seminoles will be looking to snap a four-game losing streak. This episode of On The Bench answers many questions surrounding the state of Mike Norvell’s program in a mailbag.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is in the middle of its bye week during a four-game losing streak. On Wednesday, Mike Norvell held his weekly press conference to discuss the state of the program. This episode of On the Bench discusses Norvell's presser, recruiting efforts following FSU's statement, and the upcoming basketball season.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State announced on Monday morning that Mike Norvell will continue through the rest of the season as head coach. This episode of On the Bench recaps the decision and its potential effects on the program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated. Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State dropped its fourth straight game this past weekend, a 20-13 loss at Stanford. This episode of On the Bench discusses the immediate future of Mike Norvell's head coaching career at FSU and how Monday could transpire. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It simply hasn't been good enough. Mike Norvell and the Florida State Seminoles dropped their third straight game over the weekend, losing 34-31 to Pitt and falling 0-3 to start ACC play. Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein talk about the result of the game and what it means for the future of Norvell's tenure in Tallahassee on the latest episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State football fails to close out another in a long line of ACC matchups against the Pitt Panthers. What does this mean for the 'Noles and head coach Mike Norvell going forward? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is reeling after starting the season 3-0 before losing its last two games to Virginia and Miami. Can Mike Norvell and the Seminoles get things back on track with a win over Pittsburgh (3-2) this Saturday? Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein break down the keys to a FSU victory over the Panthers while also delving into FSU's quarterback recruiting and a number of other topics. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State dropped its second straight game, a 28-22 rivalry loss to Miami, this past weekend. This episode of On the Bench recaps the Seminoles' loss, Tommy Castellanos' performance, and the recruiting fallout. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State falls to rival Miami in ugly fashion. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The top-20 matchup between Florida State and Miami kicks off in two days from Doak Campbell Stadium. This episode of On the Bench gives an in-depth preview of the rivalry game and its potential recruiting impacts. Chris Nee also goes behind enemy lines to interview Miami sideline reporter Josh Darrow. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State suffered a 46-38 double overtime loss at Virginia this past Friday, the Seminoles' first loss of the season. This episode of On The Bench reviews the loss and the moments that led to it, as well as discusses potential concerns for the future of the season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to the loss against Virginia. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State travels to Charlottesville this Friday to put their 3-0 record on the line against Virginia (3-1, 1-0 ACC). Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Scott Stadium. This week's episode of On the Bench includes score predictions and an in-depth breakdown of the Cavaliers with Chris Nee, Coach AB, and Trey Rowland. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State steamrolled Kent State on their way to a historic afternoon. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the Bench returns with host Chris Nee, Zach Blostein, and Brendan Sonnone (from his Subaru). This episode previews the Kent State game, discusses recent head coach openings in college football, and provides the latest on FSU’s recruiting efforts. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey Rowland hosts a bye week Roundtable, joined by Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee, Zach Blostein, Kevin Little, and Adam Brown. 1:49 Intro 5:34 Biggest surprises 13:34 Surprising individual performances 21:10 Transforming fan-fiction 23:55 More impactful players 26:55 How the staff has impressed 31:25 Potential areas of improvement 37:25 Best remaining team on FSU’s schedule? 51:25 New record predictions 56:55 How does this affect long term outlook? 1:06:10 Fan-fiction titles You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State showed maturity and growth in a 77-3 blasting of East Texas A&M this past Saturday. FSU enters its first bye week 2-0 and ranked No. 10 in the AP Poll. This episode of OTB recaps the Dominant performance and highlights the early play of Tommy Castellanos. It also gives a few injury updates and an update on recruiting. Here is a full breakdown of the episode: 2:20-3:30: The FG that ruined the spiked baseball 3:30-8:50: What the dominance showed about this year’s team 8:50-13:30: Offensive recap 13:30-20:0p: TC1, the most accurate QB in CFB? 20:00-23:40: Injury report, Zach on Randy Pittman 23:40-28:30: Nitpicking from a blowout 28:30-32:55: Defensive Recap 32:55-39:20: Culture plays from the win 39:25- 44:00: FSU is a top 10 team 44:00-52:00: Recruiting update 52:00-57:40: What’s changed this season? 57:45-59:00: Gus Malzahn’s game plan vs. ETAM You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Google Podcasts⁠ and ⁠Spotify⁠. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State demolished FCS East Texas A&M and Trey and Kevin hop on to discuss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State turns its attention to an FCS opponent, East Texas A&M, and there's a chance for this team to show encouraging signs of maturity if it handles its business. OTB focuses on this matchup, recruiting developments from the seismic win against Alabama, and why Tony White matching his actions with his words. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU's 31-17 win over Alabama is a cause for celebration, and for recalibration. On the convincing and physical win for FSU, the relief and pride it endeared, and what it means for how we view this team moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State blitzed Bama on the field Saturday afternoon and pulled off a massive win over the #8 Crimson Tide. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Noles247 crew gathers On The Bench for the final time before Florida State kicks off its 2025 football season against No. 8 Alabama on Saturday. What makes us confident in FSU in 2025? What makes us concerned? What do we think the Seminoles will accomplish on the field this season? We answer all of those questions and drop our score predictions for FSU vs. Bama as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time again: Nee vs. Sonnone as the two try to formulate the best team with the Florida State roster split in half. Who won this year's draft: Chris Nee's Box Checkers or Brendan Sonnone's Landing Stickers? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We can't watch practice together, but we can bullshit together. Trey Rowland hosts a roundtable discussion to preview Florida State's 2025 season with Bud Elliott of The Nolecast, Jeff Cameron of Warchant (The Jeff Cameron Show, Seminole Headlines), and Brendan Sonnone of Noles247. The quartet unites to think through different scenarios for FSU coming up this season. What makes us feel good? What makes us nervous? Were the right lessons learned, and will they get to be fully applied? The answers to all of life's questions are here for you to enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Noles247's Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone and Zach Blostein hop On the Bench for our final podcast before Alabama week. We touch on the latest developments with a number of position battles across FSU's roster. Who is trending to win each of these jobs? FSU landed a commitment from four-star linebacker Izayia Williams in the last week and we also break down our opinion on the get for the Seminoles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Identity Week is done for Florida State. Two scrimmages, a few days in uncomfortable conditions in Jacksonville, and a lot to learn in a little time. Who stepped up for the Seminoles during this stretch? Who didn't? Nee and Sonnone dive into the roster in a position-by-position breakdown on what we're hearing and what they're saying about FSU. QB play at the start.  Is Ousmane Kromah your top back? (9 min.) Your pecking order for WRs 1-3 seem to be set (14 min.) OL depth and why staying healthy is essential (18 min.) Buy or Sonnone on if the Desir Twins talk is good (22 min.) Tony White was fired up (24:30 min.) LBs seem to be set (31 min.) Who's stepping up in the secondary other than Earl Little Jr. and Jery Wilson? (36 min.) You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Nee and Zach Blostein hop On the Bench to deliver a recap of Florida State's first week of fall camp. In classic Nee fashion, we go position-by-position to break down standouts and the biggest storylines in each group through the first portion of preseason practice. We also touch on FSU's recruiting plans heading into the 2025 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State began preseason camp on Wednesday, and is about get into pads today. This is where our episode of OTB begins. The buzz on Jayvan Boggs  (5:00) and Ousmane Kromah (11 min-ish) hasn't slowed down, but we're about to see how the handle padded practices. Da'Ron Parks is on board/OT development (29:30) Jeremiah Wilson is electric (39:30) Chris steals the last part of the show with well-deserved hoops talk. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State head coach Mike Norvell, along with four of his players, ventured to Charlotte, North Carolina this week to participate in ACC Kickoff. Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone were on-scene to speak with Norvell, Tommy Castellanos and a few other players. They provide their takeaways from the event, we talk about some intel we gathered on the team during summer workouts, provide an update to contract negotations between players and FSU and get into some recruiting talk as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State transitions into the in-between, about a week or so from preseason camp starting while also exiting Act 1 of the 2025 recruiting cycle. It's a good time to check in on FSU's performance in talent acquisition as we do a vibe-check post summer and provide context to the latest recruiting developments at EDGE and RB. Also, what version of Tommy C will we see in Charlotte this week at ACC Kickoff? Trey Rowland drives the episode with Nee already on his way up to try and get in a question to PhD Jim. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of On The Bench, the guys discuss the latest developments with FSU recruiting, a possible naming rights deal in the works for the Seminoles as well as a number of other topics. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State pulled off a huge recruiting win for CB Chauncey Kennon, giving the Seminoles one of just three five-stars to commit to Mike Norvell during his time here. It's a reason for celebration and for optimism as we explore what is, what has to be, and what could be if the Seminoles get it figured out on the field in 2025. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's June surge in recruiting is being celebrated in the context of coming off a 2-10 season. What is the upside for this class once the dust settles? Are the results indicative of lessons learned? Plus the impact of getting Jasen Lopez, the process of recruiting Earnest Rankins, and more in this episode of OTB. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download Inside College Basketball Now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State landed a commitment from four-star signal caller Jaden O’Neal this weekend, giving the Seminoles a quarterback and potential front-facing member of the 2026 class. We break down the commitment of O’Neal and its potential impact to start this episode of OTB. Then we play some Payne or No Payne, sponsored by The Turner Group, go over trench recruiting, approach in the NIL Era, and finish with questions from subscribers about expectations for this class. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Blostein led the way with a big ol' Crystal Ball prediction as Florida State wrapped up a major weekend of official visitors. Blostein explains why he put in a CB for five-star corner Chauncey Kennon, and what a win would mean for the Seminoles. We get into a few other predictions as well as CBs that we're considering making coming off this weekend in this episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Nee's triumphant return to OTB leads us to a bevy of his favorite topics. There's legitimate house keeping, a giant recap of the developments from FSU's OV weekend, the shakeout of QB recruiting, a hoops commit, baseball's end to the season, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Camp and OV season underway as Florida State lays the groundwork to create the foundation of its 2026 recruiting class under its revamped staff. Will the wholesale changes Mike Norvell made end up creating a noticeable difference on the recruiting trail? We weave in and out of the minutia and the big-picture topics of FSU recruiting in this episode to set the stage for what will be a telling month and change. Topics discussed: -What would be a successful summer for FSU? -Why do we write what we write when it can come off as overly critical? -Parting ways with Cam Brooks. -Why Keisean Henderson recruitment really matters -The case for creating a tier above blue-chip recruits To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's MAILBAG time! We answer your questions and deliver our thoughts on what has changed with Mike Norvell stepping into a CEO role, whether quarterback Thomas Castellanos is an effective pocket passer, five players who need to stay healthy for FSU in 2025, funniest memories at Noles247 plus much more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's Portal efforts in the spring window seem to be coming to a close.  We take a look at the additions, the process that FSU had in recruiting several positions, and try to project how the newcomers could impact the 2025 roster in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is deep into the spring transfer window and we breakdown the Seminoles' two additions so far, share intel on their remaining needs and targets at those positions and also breakdown some of the departures and what that means for FSU's roster composition heading into the 2025 football season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We dive into our thoughts on Florida State's departures to the transfer portal, their process in the portal thus far and share optimisim/concern as we project FSU's depth chart exiting spring football. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The spring transfer window opens up this week. How active will Florida State be and what positions will the Seminoles target? We preview the Portal - as well as retention strategy - while going over some of the last tidbits of spring camp, take listener questions, and try to rationalize Sonnone's reckless CB strategy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU AD Michael Alford on construction progress, the salary-cap era, and more To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State held their second scrimmage of the spring this past Saturday and for the first and only time this spring, media was on the sidelines (kind of) and allowed to watch. Zach Blostein hosts as he asks Brendan Sonnone and Dane Draper for their detailed thoughts after taking in FSU's scrimmage at FSU on Saturday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We breakdown the intel we gathered from FSU's first spring scrimmage this past weekend while also delving into whether we are concerned or not with FSU's recruiting efforts thus far in the 2026 cycle. We close things out with some talk about FSU basketball and their efforts in the Transfer Portal as they look to build their team under new head coach Luke Loucks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Skipping past Sonnone’s recent press conference snafu, this episode of On The Bench goes over some of the scoop coming out of Florida State’s spring practice. We also dive into a few things that have caught our attention on the recruiting trail – see something, say something – a look at the QB board as it’s playing out, a legacy commit on Legacy Weekend, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We spoke with head coach Mike Norvell and his entire coaching staff at Florida State yesterday and today, we're breaking down our thoughts from our conversations with the staff, FSU's change in media access and a number of other topics On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State basketball coach Luke Loucks is coming home. Can the life-long FSU fan and alum inject energy into his alma mater? Few know FSU hoops more than Chris Nee. He breaks down the hire in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State and the ACC are settling their lawsuit. What are the settlement details? What is Florida State getting out of it? How long will they remain in the ACC? Which side 'won' this settlement? We discuss that and give our general thoughts on FSU's recruiting efforts early on in the 2026 recruiting cycle in today's episode of On The Bench To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is progressing quickly towards spring football. The gang at Noles247's On The Bench podcast opens up the MAILBAG to take questions on position battles, newcomers to watch, and more spring-related topics. Plus we veer off to take questions on the reasons for optimism/skepticism about the future of the program under Mike Norvell, and moves made by athletic director Michael Alford. Sonnone can't talk. Nee misgenders his new dog.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State brought in a new coordinator on each side of the ball and added more than 30 new players to the roster. But will this lead to a drastic turnaround in 2025? Now that the dust is mostly settled, we go over the 10 datapoints we outlined before the offseason started. How does the OTB team think Mike Norvell did in revamping the program based on the info we currently have? You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State coach Mike Norvell started up his spring booster tour over the weekend. Noles247 has been at both stops so far, so we begin today’s episode by sharing some of Norvell’s most noteworthy comments on body language, team-building philosophies, and some missteps from last season. We also take a look at some of the lack of aggressiveness in building out the front office and then stop to break down the list of top candidates for the hoops vacancy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ACC and ESPN are opting in to a built-in extension that'll carry into 2036. Along with these reports, there's talk about re-distributing payouts to programs based on brand value. What does that mean for Florida State and its lawsuit against the ACC? We let Chris cook on the ACC/ESPN news before getting into a fun breakdown of some of FSU's top late 2025 additions before playing Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's quarterback board got a sizable shakeup on Sunday evening when Brady Smigiel decommitted from the Seminoles. What is FSU's plan? FSU was quick to offer three mobile four-star signal callers. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State held its first Junior Day of the offseason. While some of us are struggling to care about recruiting this far out, our very own Zach Blostein is putting a level of energy into the early-recruiting process that trumps what he’s ever done previously. Blostein cares. Why? For the first time in several years, there’s a new group of recruiters to focus on and see how they perform. The episode focuses on the recruits to know, the takeaways from new staff members, Hand’s hands, Nee’s hands, pipe covering, and more.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is just about done with its winter portal haul as it makes some final additions to the group over the next week. What do we think of FSU's efforts towards upgrading their roster heading into a pivotal 2025 football season for head coach Mike Norvell and his staff? Chris Nee and Zach Blostein break it all down on the latest episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're listening to this entire episode on the eve of New Year's Eve or even New Year's Eve itself, you're as dedicated a Florida State fan as can be. If you listen to the full 1.5 hours of this, you're probably a sicko.  We get the Young Guns together as Clay Fink and Dane Draper join Brendan Sonnone in this in-depth episode of On The Bench. It's a wealth of information, in between ADHD-driven ramblings, of every transfer FSU has brought in so far this cycle. Detailed analysis on Duce Robinson, James, Williams, the offensive line quartet, and the rest of FSU's current Top 10 Portal Class carry the episode before we dive into the remaining positions of need and targets.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU's 2025 offense is taking shape through their additions in the Transfer Portal as of late. On this episode of On The Bench, we touch on the Seminoles' latest adds in the portal including a huge win with USC wide receiver Duce Robinson committing to the 'Noles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's pursuit of Duce Robinson, Portal Hits and Misses, and More. This episode of OTB features a look at FSU's Portal strategy as we examine what's worked and what hasn't for the Seminoles so far. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's Transfer Portal efforts are ramping up. With three portal commitments already in the fold, the Seminoles are looking to add much more to that this week and beyond. The 'Noles also have seemed to complete their on-field coaching staff this week -- so we delve into our thoughts on how it looks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a busy time for Florida State football. Following a dissapointing 2024 season, there is a lot of change unfolding in Tallahassee. From a new-look coaching staff being nearly finalized, players heading into the Transfer Portal (QB Luke Kromenhoek being the most notable) and portal targets emerging -- there is plenty to talk about. We touch on all of that during today's episode of On The Bench: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's offseason is in full swing with coaching changes taking place and the Transfer Portal set to begin on Monday. This episode of OTB focuses on the departure of linebackers coach Randy Shannon, and the legacy of Odell Haggins who is transitioning to an off-staff role. We then spend time recapping FSU's ESP haul, the recruitment of Ousmane Kromah, and remaining big fish. And the episode concludes with a Portal preview among Nebraska defenders, offensive line targets, and trying to project what happens at QB and WR. Plus Chris advocates for divorce in the name of NIL. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is in the midst of what looks like their best Signing Day finish in years. Flipping prospects like four-star running back Ousmane Kromah from Georgia, four-star defensive back Shamar Arnoux from Auburn, four-star wide receiver Jayvan Boggs and three-star offensive tackle Sean Poret made for an exciting days for the Seminoles. Maybe even more important, they held onto four-star defensive line pledge Kevin Wynn -- after strong pursuits from Georgia, South Carolina, Texas and USC. FSU also landed a new defensive line coach! We reacted to the craziness that has been Wednesday surrounding the Florida State Seminoles To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State made aggressive plays to get what appear to be the two coordinators atop Mike Norvell's wish list in Gus Malzahn and Tony White. We go over the background of the two hires, some of their tendencies, and what we think of the fit here at Florida State in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join the boys as they sit down and give their thoughts following the Florida loss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is coming off its second win of the season! We get to rejoice over the Seminoles finding their first victory since September while diving into some important topics like FSU's plan at quarterback for the Florida game and into next season as well as some intel on FSU's offensive coordinator search. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to Florida State's victory over Charleston Southern. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU is about to embark on an offseason that will determine if Mike Norvell can turn this thing around. How will we know if the Seminoles were successful in taking steps to climb out of the gutter? aOTB sets a list of criteria for what we want to see this offseason, from coordinator qualifications to requisite skills for new coaches, Portal strategy, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State lost quarterback Tramell Jones, but seems like it will replace him with a higher-graded prep prospect in Carter Smith. That's the jumping off point for a larger discussion as the Seminoles entering an interesting month in which they'll have to evaluate how they try retain QBs Luke Kromenhoek and Brock Glenn while exploring the transfer market. Then we get into our thoughts on the Town Hall meeting for FSU's boosters. Is FSU well equipped to handle the next step of college football or is it proceeding forward with some naivety? You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is Florida State looking for in its new offensive coordinator and defensive coordinator?  On The Bench gathers our thoughts after a chaotic day to go over the change on the Seminoles' coaching staff as FSU parted ways with coordinators Adam Fuller and Alex Atkins, as well as receivers coach Ron Dugans.  We lay out the parameters that we think Mike Norvell is setting for each position after he felt like change was necessary.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has finally made changes to its coaching staff. Head coach Mike Norvell announced on Sunday afternoon that he had fired three of his assistant coaches: offensive coordinator/OL coach Alex Atkins, defensive coordinator Adam Fuller and wide receivers coach Ron Dugans. Noles247's Chris Nee and Trey Rowland are On The Bench as they react to the major changes to Norvell's staff in Tallahassee. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State travelled to South Bend and got embarrassed yet again. The X's and Noles boys are here to break it all down. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State keeps playing games, and keeps regressing. The consistent backslide leads us to an obvious conclusion: Change, significant change, is necessary. And at this point, it's what we're expecting. On The Bench dives into the reasons why we're expecting sizable alterations to Mike Norvell's staff amid an unacceptable 2024 season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giving our thoughts immediately following yet another loss for Mike Norvell and the Florida State Seminoles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1-7 Florida State is looking for their second win of the 2024 football season this weekend when they host North Carolina. The Noles247 crew is more focused on addressing some of the issues in the program and the steps being made towards fixing those moving forward. In today's episode of On The Bench, we evaluate Mike Norvell's telling Monday press conference answers while also taking some listener questions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has suffered yet another defeat and became the first team in 70 years to go from perfect to 1-7. Trey and CoachAB give their thoughts immediately after the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU's depressing season is probably about to get a lot worse with the Seminoles sitting at three-touchdown underdogs entering Miami Hate Week. Our episode isn't about this game, but rather the long walk to the end of the season and what sort of changes are in store or needed for this upcoming offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rock Bottom again? Welp here we go again. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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FSU is midway through a 2024 campaign that we'd like to forget. But alas, we dive into trying to figure out what the heck has gone wrong and whether it can (eventually) be fixed. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why did it take so long to make the switch to Brock Glenn and was the wait worth it? This episode of On The Bench focuses heavily not just on QB play, but the decisions that led into FSU getting its best performance of the year from Glenn and where the Seminoles go from here at the position. The episode then shifts into youth movement and the first three things we would do if we were named the Duke of Doak. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giving our instant thoughts to another embarrassing outcome for Florida State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU is going with Brock Glenn against Clemson. Will that make a marked changed in the offense with DJ Uiagalelei sidelined? We go over expectations for FSU's QB1 for the foreseeable future, what the offense could look like, the timing of the change, and our view of the other backup QBs. Plus the race (Nee shockingly doesn't care), a decommit, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is 1-4. We play Buy or Sonnone to either push through the pain or embrace it, whichever you prefer. The OTB crew goes over our thoughts on if we saw signs of quit, a bleak recruiting outlook, and wade into the waters of what a fix looks like in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hop on the bench with the X's and Noles trio to vent about the embarassing SMU loss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State won its first game of the 2024 football season on Saturday when the Seminoles took on California inside Doak Campbell Stadium. We get to celebrate and talk about FSU's awesome defensive performance, holding Cal to just nine points and no touchdowns on the evening. However, we do need to once again criticize FSU's offensive output, getting outgained by over 100 yards and only putting up 14 points. Where does FSU go from here? We talk about that, plus some positive recruiting developments including a new commitment, on the latest episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join the X's and Noles trio as they jump "On the Bench" and react to the Florida State victory over Cal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nee, Zach, and Brendan wade through the waters of FSU's 0-3 start. This isn't a look at how FSU got here as much as it's an exploration of what needs to be fixed, and how that could occur, if the Seminoles are to salvage this major setback under Mike Norvell. Listener questions are answered in this MAILBAG episode. But we start off with the details on what's happening between FSU and the ACC. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the On The Bench podcast, Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein dive into discussion on the state of the FSU Football program after suffering their third straight loss to open the 2024 season. Where does FSU go from here? Do they make a change at quarterback moving forward? Are coaching staff changes a viable option in-season? We tackle all of these questions in our 1-hour + talk on the Seminoles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State dropped a home matchup against Mike Norvell's former team, the Memphis Tigers. The X's and Noles guys hop on to discuss the game and what's happening to the program To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode of the On The Bench podcast, Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein speak on a variety of topics related to Florida State football. We touch on the latest developments (some not-so-pleasant ones) on the recruiting trail for the Seminoles while breaking down some new recruits to know. The guys also share their thoughts on how FSU looks leading up to this weekend's game against Memphis and predict how we think the game will unfold. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU is lost and there doesn't seem like a clear fix in sight. This episode of On The Bench dives into the many issue plaguing the Seminoles. What to do with DJU, the lack of identity on offense, recruiting methodologies come back to haunt you, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a must win game, Florida State put one of their worst performances on the field. Things are spiraling and we are trying to find the answers in the instant reaction. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What to look for against athletic QB Thomas Castellanos and Boston College. Trey Rowland hosts, Dane Draper teaches. 'Nole Thy Enemy is back! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trying to make sense out of the lack of physicality FSU displayed in Ireland, Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone break down the Seminoles' opening loss to Georgia Tech. What is fixable? What personnel changes can reasonably be made or should be made? There's a lot to get to in this episode after a disappointing display in Dublin. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kev, AB, and Trey hop on to break down Florida State's opening loss to Georgia Tech To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taking a final looks at Florida State's offseason developments and preview the challenges Georgia Tech offers in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Noles247 crew jumped on together to take a look at the 2024 Florida State football schedule. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time again. The Landing Stickers take on The Box Checkers as Nee and Sonnone split the Florida State roster in half to see who can assemble the better squad in this draft-style exercise. The two take turns in the snake-style draft format in a helpful exercise to gauge how we value certain positions and players on the roster. One takeaway from this year's draft: FSU's depth seems to be the best it's been in a decade. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What areas do we feel better about than we did going into camp? What's still an area of concern? Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone, from a porch in Jacksonville, go over Florida State's first 12 practices of the preseason as they close on the first half of camp. And we do so in Nee's favorite fashion: Position-by-position breakdown!!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's standing out about Florida State, so far, this preseason camp? We go over the areas of confidence and concern in this OTB. Dane Draper, Chris Nee, and Brendan Sonnone detail their thoughts on the encouraging dynamic of the quarterback room, the stellar play of Fentrell Cypress and Darius Washington, and go over which freshmen are standing out to us. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Preseason camp begins for Florida State on Wednesday. On The Bench prepares you for the month ahead with a thorough breakdown of projections, expectations, concerns, and position battles in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nee raised his hand four times to ask commissioner Jim Phillips a question at ACC Kickoff, but to no avail. That's our starting point as Nee and Sonnone go over the talking points from Phillips, Mike Norvell, and FSU players at the ACC's annual media day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State recorded a major win on the recruiting trail this weekend with the addition of four-star WR Daylan McCutcheon. That’s our starting point for this episode On The Bench as Zach and Brendan dive into a position group that went from an unknown to a strength for FSU in this cycle. We then venture into some team tidbits, strategies for CFB25, and play some spicy Buy or Sonnone with an attempt to contextualize the recent Big 12 rumors. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Claims are staked as OTB battles over which first or second-year players on FSU's roster are the guys we most believe in.  Dane, Zach, and Brendan bid on the underclassmen on FSU's roster to best build a nucleus of first-year and second-year players to build on for the coming years. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We conclude the countdown of this year's 40 Most Important Players on Florida State's roster in this episode of On The Bench. Trey, Kev, and Coach AB are joined by Brendan to sift the positional value of key players in the heart of FSU's defense, the expectations for DJU, and a declaration of who the most talented player on FSU's roster is heading into the 2024 campaign.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State went 0-3 on its top linebacker targets this summer, with Tavion Wallace's shocking choice to pick Arkansas over FSU, Georgia, and UF highlighting what has become a recurring trend of subpar recruiting -- for FSU's standards -- at the position. Zach, Chris, and Dane dive into this trend and search for clarity on why repeat missteps keep occurring at the position. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's recruiting efforts are in full swing, with the Seminoles landing four blue-chip commitments within the last week and more likely on the way in the near future. Oh, and Tramell Jones Jr. shut down his recruitment after quite the push from rival Florida. There's a ton to get to in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How many members from this giant OV weekend will end up committing to Florida State? Who's the most likely visitor to end up in this class? Is recruiting something to care about again? Nee, Zach, and Sonnone are On The Bench as we recap a fun recruiting weekend that could end up leading to some fireworks (but how many?) to but a finale to a hectic slate of June visits. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OTB is back and breaking down the next tier of players in the Top 40. This time we look at players 20-11 and Zach tries to explain why he hates guards. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A massive recruiting weekend is about to kick off for Florida State, with the Seminoles hosting 19 official visitors among a list of three five-star offensive linemen. This episode of On The Bench features a rundown of who’s expected in, a show Crystal Ball, the possibility of shutting down Tramel Jones’ recruitment, more QB news…there’s a lot to get to. But baseball deserves a hat tip and we provide a quick update on the FSU vs. ACC legal cases in this episode to get things going. Sonnone is by himself for this one and nearly burns the house down in the process of recording the show. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey Rowland and Zach Blostein sit on the bench today to chat for over an hour about a variety of recruiting topics today. We break down seven of FSU's official visitors from this past weekend, talk about the odd recruitment of QB commit Tramell Jones, preview midweek official visitors as well as FSU's monstrous official visit weekend approaching. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Debates commence with the Dane Draper joining the X's and Noles crew as the quartet breaks down 30-21 on our composite list of Florida State's 40 Most Important Players. A glaring omission and the perceived value of a transfer are at the center of conversation in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A trip to Omaha awaits the baseball team while football is holding it down in-town with an Elite Camp and major OVs. We dive into both baseball and recruiting in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Camp Season is officially here, as is Official Visit Season. With a sped-up recruiting calendar, Noles247 takes a look at its impact on Florida State’s recruiting for 2025 prospects and beyond in both the OV and camp settings in this episode of On The Bench. Which Elite Camp attendees are we most looking forward to seeing in-person? How many commits will FSU get out of the OV slate? Then we get into the pros/cons of stadium construction and Sonnone’s most embarrassing moments in a rousing game of Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our annual countdown of FSU's 40 Most Important Players has started. We dive into the beginning parts of the list, with Sonnone joining the X's and Noles crew to go over the list methodology while dropping some scoop on the player who check in at 31-40. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

247Sports/CBSSports analyst Bud Elliott had a recent opportunity to play EA Sports' New CFB25 video game. Today, he takes some time to share insight into Florida State's involvement in EA Sports CFB25, which releases this summer. He also goes into detail about some fan-favorite gamemodes like Dynasty and Road to Glory. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s an offseason MAILBAG episode of On The Bench. We get into the idea of Florida State’s recruiting ceiling/cap and approach (it results in a lengthy debate, shockingly), the idea of “all-in”, and more. Check it out, and thank you for your questions/Buy or Sonnones! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the spring meetings themselves were uneventful, the ACC doesn't seem to have good answers for an untenable situation. Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone break down the ACC Spring Meetings from an FSU perspective in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is making movement in the Transfer Portal, adding athletic linebacker Cam Riley while also getting defensive back Omarion Cooper back after a season in Colorado. Noles247's On The Bench dives into the impact of these two additions, the ongoing recruitment of Jay'viar Suggs, injury updates to Destyn Hill and Malik Benson, and then ends things with one of the more embarrassing blunders in OTB history. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State had 10 players selected in this year's NFL Draft, leading to some funny and emotional moments. The On The Bench crew goes over their favorite moments from the draft weekend, and looks ahead to what could be in store for future 'Noles when it comes to NFL hopes. Then we pivot to the Portal, which has been quiet...but still has a few available options for FSU as it tries to round out its 2024 roster. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We emptied the bench to preview the upcoming NFL Draft. Join Brendan Sonnone, CoachAB, and Clay Fink as they deep dive into Florida State's prospects. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State concluded spring camp this weekend, including its annual Spring Showcase (don’t call it a game). On The Bench delivers some thoughts on the scrimmage and the camp in general as we take inventory on the aspects of the team that we feel good with and the areas of concern now that we’re in the spring Portal period. Speaking of the Portal, we catch you up on the latest happenings in this transfer window before Nee takes us into a Leon County court room for another edition of FSU vs. the ACC . You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join the boys from X's and Noles as they hop on the bench and break down the Spring Showcase. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What are Florida State's position of needs and how much room will the Seminoles have to make moves when the Transfer Portal window opens up on Tuesday? Noles247's On The Bench previews the spring Portal cycle in-depth this episode. Plus we go over our frontrunners for King of the Spring entering the final week of spring camp. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nole247 crew does a mid-spring check-in as we stake our claim for some of our favorite players on Florida State's roster. Then we get to recruiting, some injury news, and a heated game of Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone get into a good, old fashioned position-by-position breakdown of FSU's roster after four days of spring camp. We get into who stands out, what we need to see more of, and say "consistency" about two dozen times in this episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legacy Weekend featured a strong slate of visitors, making it the most important recruiting even of the spring for Florida State. Zach Blostein and Dane Draper detail the happenings from Legacy Weekend in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring has sprung in Tallahassee as Florida State’s spring camp is underway.  When did we start calling spring practice “spring camp?” Well, we do now. Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone sit down to give you their initial thoughts of this 2024 squad after the first day of spring practice, and why they’re excited to cover this version of FSU football. Zach Blostein then gives you the rundown of what to expect during FSU’s major Legacy Weekend recruiting event. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want more college hoops insight and bracket advice? Download and follow the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere else you listen to podcasts.  The ONLY episode on the NCAA Tournament that you'll ever need is HERE! Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander will break down every game to give you the sleepers, cinderellas, bracket busters, and more! (01:00) - Kansas Kevin McCullar shut down for NCAA Tournament (09:50) - Virginia, we're not mad. We're just disappointed. (18:05) - We're picking brackets! (53:27) - Final Four Picks Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State will field a new-look defense when spring ball starts in a few days. It will lack experience, but could make up for it with athleticism and size. Figuring out how that potential unfolds is part of the intriguing puzzle FSU is piecing together this spring, and that’s what our Defensive Preview episode revolves around. Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone, Dane Draper, and Clay Fink sit down to analyze the defense and the players who could emerge. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's offense was good last season, but it fell short of great despite some top-tier personnel. The reasons for not maximizing the talent vary, but the approach FSU took to replacing the departing personnel probably paints a picture to give us a glimpse into what FSU wants to do better in 2024. And that's the jumping off point as the X's and Noles crew joins Brendan Sonnone in this episode of On The Bench to preview FSU's offense ahead of spring practice. How will the offense look under DJ Uiagalelei? Who needs to step up around him? How will new additions factor in? Let's dive into our expectations for the offense when camp begins next Tuesday. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU special teams coordinator John Papuchis joins OTB to discuss the development of several defensive ends, the significance of the edge defenders FSU landed and developed in the Transfer Portal over the last few years, and the confidence in FSU's special teams unit entering the spring. Then Zach Blostein, Dane Draper, and Clay Fink sit down for a recap of an active recruiting weekend for FSU. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State offensive coordinator Alex Atkins joins On The Bench to go over some elements of the offense ahead of spring practice.  From a veteran offensive line group hitting “that old man stride” to the timeline of expected contributions for third-year linemen, we get Atkins’ thoughts on trench development.  Plus insight into the additions of transfers Richie Leonard and Terrence Ferguson, the need for speed, how QB DJ Uiagalelei fits and the expected competition from Brock Glenn and Luke Kromenhoek. “Please don’t be mistaken, those young bulls, Brock and Luke won’t make it easy now, I can promise you that,” Atkins said. It’s a fun, insightful 15 minutes that we hope you enjoy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State defensive coordinator Adam Fuller joins the show. He details why he's excited to coach up this group of defenders entering spring practice, provides the definitive answer to if Braden Fiske would've scored against Clemson had he recovered the fumble, and shares why we need not overthink alarm clocks. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's Tour of Duty access yielded some fun datapoints to absorb and analyze as we starting to get an idea of what this 2024 squad could look like. Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone, and Dane Draper of Noles247's On The Bench podcast dive into what we took away from this first look at the 2024 Seminoles in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Braden Fiske dominates the NFL Scouting Combine. A summer signing period? Zach's magic act. And hapless attempts to predict this year's King of the Spring. It's a frenzied episode of On The Bench that includes memories of 7-on-7 debacles, navel gazing, shade throwing, and sprinkles in some nuanced conversation on the latest happening about Florida State football. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest in Florida State's lawsuit with the ACC involves ESPN weighing in. We get into what that means to begin this episode of On The Bench, and then diverge into recruiting tidbits before a game of Buy or Sonnone that takes us into the world of burrito debates, tip functions, and factors to follow on offense. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We dive into our first MAILBAG of the offseason as Florida State is about a month away from spring practice. How does FSU's offensive pieces fit together? Will the 2025 recruiting class be better than this past cycle's? Conversations drift from focusing on building blocks for the program to letting grudges go in 2024. Oh, and Nee is sick. Sick of hoops and just sick in general. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sifting through Florida State’s recruiting efforts during the last three weeks of Junior Days as well as diving into the commitment of four-star 2024 pledge Amaree Williams kick off this episode of On The Bench. We then reflect on the developments of the FSU/ACC lawsuits before getting into some Buy or Sonnone. A mattress delivery and Nee’s favorite NSD memories are part of this episode as well. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is onto the 2025 recruiting cycle. That means junior days and visits in the winter. The Seminoles hosted their second Junior Day of the cycle on Saturday, and FSU also had some noteworthy prospects at the Battle Miami 7-on tournament over the weekend. Chris Nee hosts this episode to catch up with Dane Draper (who was On The Bench covering the Junior Day) and Zach Blostein (who was at Battle Miami) to get their thoughts on recruiting developments, the play of QB Tramell Jones, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does Florida State's schedule shape up for 2024? It's not a particularly daunting opponent slate on paper, and the schedule sets up nicely for FSU to put together a solid season in a rebuild year. Noles247's Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone break down the schedule and play a game of Wins and Losses (Buys or Sonnones). You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State put together its first Junior Day of the recruiting cycle. Who was on-hand and which recruits do you need to get to know? Zach Blostein and Dane Draper recap the recruiting even and go over both of Zach's Crystal Ball selections in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State locked up Mike Norvell for the foreseeable future, making him one of the highest paid head coaches in the country while also making a statement about where the program is – and where intends to go – as a consistent power at the top of the sport. On The Bench dives into the impact of Norvell’s contract extension before turning our attention to recent Portal additions. We then have a quick vent session before playing some Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode of On The Bench focuses on two major talking points during a pivotal moment for Florida State’s football program. We begin with a rundown of the NCAA violations FSU incurred during the recruitment of Amarium Mims, what it means for Alex Atkins and future recruiting efforts, and how FSU got caught when everyone else is doing the same thing as them (including the program that turned FSU in). Then we weigh what we know, what we don’t know, and the quest for leverage as Mike Norvell is tied to the Alabama coaching job following the departure of historic coach Nick Saban. Finally, FSU has added a couple of priority transfers and is trying to add a couple more to round out a Top 5 Portal class. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has, at this moment, put together a Top 5 class in the Transfer Portal. The emphasis on quality while blending experienced players with high-upside ones is a formula FSU has used successfully before, and it’s leading to good results so far in the rankings process. That doesn’t mean FSU is finished, nor does it mean that this cycle has been perfect. Noles247’s On The Bench podcast goes over the positives of this class, who else is out there still for FSU to target, and one position that remains a huge priority.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's Portal efforts are kicking into high gear during a pivotal week. The Seminoles secured their signal caller in DJ Uiagalelei and are now making a final push to round out their 2024 roster as the window for Transfer Portal entries and visitors winds down. This On The Bench, with Trey Rowlanc and Brendan Sonnone, goes over FSU's Portal targets and efforts. We discuss Evan Stewart, Nic Scourton, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State fell to UGA in the Orange Bowl. The X's and Noles guys to hop on to discuss the future of the program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's quest to exit the ACC could take a step forward with an upcoming Board of Trustees meeting. On The Bench dives into the significance of an emergency BoT meeting being called for Friday, and what could be on the agenda as there's a belief that FSU is weighing litigation against the ACC to free up its Grant of Rights. Then we discuss the good and the bad from the Early Signing Period for FSU, with a focus on some trends that show that FSU is moving in the right direction...and some others that are of concern. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hosted transfer quarterbacks Cameron Ward and DJ Uiagalelei this week, and Noles247 has the intel on both recruitments as the Seminoles try to finalize their QB for 2024. Plus what we're hearing on Marvin Jones Jr.'s recruitment, and exit interviews with official visitors. Oh, and a game of Buy or Sonnone, Early Signing Period edition. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A conversation on NIL as it applies to Florida State and the college-football landscape starts off a show full of recruiting info and analysis. On The Bench begins with the developments of DJ Lundy and Rodney Hill, which cascades into a deeper conversation on the way NIL is perceived on a broader sense as fans and players alike try to adjust to the new norm in college football. Then it's full-blown recruiting talk as OTB gets into developments like a flip pick for Armondo Blount -- with concerns about DE recruiting being expressed -- the potential easing of that blow (Marvin Jones Jr., anyone?), quarterback visitors, and more. Plus Nee's heel turn is in full swing. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is in a bit of a moving week. No real major developments above the surface in terms of commitments, but parts are moving as we’re nearly a week out from the Early Signing Period.  So what parts of the puzzle are we trying to piece together? Noles247 tries to make sense of quarterback recruitments in the Transfer Portal, the read on Jeremiah Smith, LJ McCray, and more in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of On The Bench is all about the Transfer Portal, recruiting, and the happenings with Patrick Payton. It's recorded on Wednesday morning, so nothing has probably changed since then. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Nee is unleashed as he and Trey Rowland process the snub to end all snubs. First they're joined by Ingram Smith to provide an update on the support The Battle's End has received in the last 24 hours, with 600+ new members, as the fan base has responded admirably to the unprecedented act of mental gymnastics that ESPN and the CFP made to keep FSU out of its "playoff." And then we let Nee cook. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reacting to a historical snub as undefeated FSU is left out of the College Football Playoff. Some salty language. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State answered the call. With their backs against the wall and their third-string true freshman QB FSU's defense stepped up and had the game of a lifetime. Join Coach AB, Trey, and Kev as they break down the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dane Draper and Trey Rowland preview FSU's upcoming opponent: No. 14 Louisville. A look into Louisville's playmakers (are they healthy?), their scheme, and what makes their defense so dangerous in this ACCCG matchup for FSU. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We size up FSU's ACCCG opponent (Louisville), go over some Crystal Balls, and discuss early Portal developments in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State outclassed the Gators in The Swamp, beating Florida 24-15 on Saturday. It wasn't always pretty, but this team -- as it has all season -- got it done. This episode of OTB focuses on the culture at FSU (especially in contrast to what seems to be going on in Gainesville), turning points in the game, and some key recruiting developments. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach AB, Kev, and Trey hop on to discuss Florida State Football's road victory against the Florida Gators. Tags: Mike Norvell Billy Napier Jordan Travis Tate Rodemaker Max Brown Keon Coleman Trey Benson To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dane and Trey cap off the regular season by previewing FSU's rival, the Florida Gators. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How will FSU build its offense around Tate Rodemaker and who needs to step up around him? These are some of the questions we ponder on this episode of On The Bench as we preview FSU's upcoming contest against rival Florida. Plus we, rapidly (well, some of us) as Brendan has to leave for an appointment and Chris has to hit the road, go over some recruiting developments with official visitors.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan Travis' gruesome injury will stick with us for some time, but we focus on the great moments the QB delivered in this episode of On The Bench. It's a look into how we experienced and covered the injury in the moment, experiencing the emotions, and what Travis has meant to the rebirth of this program. We also get into some of the aspects of Tate Rodemaker's upside as a starter, the celebration technique of Brock Glenn, and the recruitments of Cai Bates and Jeremiah Smith. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin, Trey, and CoachAB do their best to digest the Jordan Travis injury and Tate Rodemaker's play against North Alabama. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We dive into Florida State's pursuit of Jeremiah Smith, rival problems, and more in this episode. Buckle up! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a loaded episode of On The Bench as we relish in an amazing weekend for Florida State fans. The Seminoles beat rival Miami while Florida lost (to a team FSU beat handily earlier this year) and Jimbo Fisher got his Christmas tree. We take a look at FSU's win over Miami and what can be cleaned up moving forward as the Seminoles continue their march towards the playoffs, the recruiting implication of the win, the tension between these two rival coaching staffs, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey, Coach AB, and Kev hop on to discuss the home victory against the Miami Hurricanes To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dane Draper and Trey Rowland go in-depth on Miami's roster and what to expect vs. Florida State. The discussion delves into Miami's talent on both sides of the ball, but a restriction that QB play is currently placing on the offense. Are there tendency breakers or scheme elements that Miami can use to help out and catch FSU off-guard? It's the most comprehensive opponent preview that you'll find. Get to 'Nole Thy Greatest Enemy, Miami... You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hosts rival Miami this weekend with the Seminoles ascending and Miami fluttering. This episode of On The Bench focuses on what's gone wrong for Miami recently, matchups FSU can take advantage of, and the aspects about the Hurricane roster that does give us some varying levels of unease. Join us for this OTB episode as we're fully into Miami Hate Week... You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is embarking on what is almost assuredly the biggest recruiting weekend of the Mike Norvell Era. The Seminoles are hosting blue-chip prospects galore for this weekend’s game against rival Miami, and Noles247’s On The Bench podcast is covering the recruiting weekend like no one else. Zach Blostein breaks down the visitor list, providing context and noteworthy developments on FSU’s top targets in 2024 and 2025. The addition of Jason Zandamela, the importance of getting Jeremiah Smith on campus, and making sense of an elite DB board are among the topics of conversation in between Sonnone’s awkward analogies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's here, Miami Hate Week. On The Bench revels in Miami's struggles as Florida State turns its attention to the Hurricanes. We get into the win at Pittsburgh, important recruits for this weekend, the gold fish, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The X's and Noles guys hop on to discuss Florida State's tough road victory against Pitt. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why is Pitt struggling so much this season? 'Nole Thy Enemy is here to examine the drop-off of Pat Narduzzi's Panthers in preparation for Florida State's upcoming road contest. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland go over the areas FSU can exploit against Pitt, and the few places in which Pitt could potentially give the Seminoles trouble. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s plenty to be aggravated over and to be excited about in the world of Florida State football, and there’s also plenty to laugh at around college football. We check in on aggravation, excitement, and humor alike in this episode of On The Bench. First it’s a look at FSU’s spot in the initial playoff rankings, and reference a gem of a quote of former OL Bryan Stork: “It’s all bullshit, anyways.” Indeed. We’ll get into the BS of it all. Then we preview a trap game at Pittsburgh before going over the Armondo Blount drama from the week. And then, of course, it’s a pitstop into the interaction between Tyler from Spartanburg and Dabo. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has all of its goals in front of it entering a, ahem, pivotal month of November both on the field and the recruiting trail. On The Bench recaps FSU's win at Wake before turning its attention to the month ahead for the Seminoles. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The X's and Noles guys hop on to discuss Florida State's dismantling of conference foe Wake Forest. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will weird things happen at Wake? Or will FSU decisively snap its losing streak against the Deacs? Big Brain Dane and the Host with the Most Trey Rowland join forces for the weekly FSU-opponent breakdown. Wake Forest QB talk (will Mitch Griffis play?), OL issues, and defensive strengths are the focus for this episode of 'Nole Thy Enemy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Battle’s End, the collective spearheading efforts in player retention and NIL opportunities for Florida State football players, recently surpassed 1,000 members. TBE CEO Ingram Smith joins On The Bench to go over the collective’s progress, its goal for further growth, the origin behind finding unhidden value of player retention, and more. Get insight into the way the vitally important collective runs, and stick around for talk about bad lighting, smokey whiskey, and keeping promises. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State had an active week, winning a Top 25 matchup against Duke while also flipping five-star DL Armondo Blount from rival Miami. On The Bench goes over the flip, the win, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State takes over in the fourth quarter and beats Duke. Listen to Adam and Trey, with a sprinkle of Kev, as they break down the game immediately after. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State embarks on what should be an electric environment this Saturday as the Seminoles host Duke in a Top 25 matchup on primetime. To get you ready for the contest, we’ve got the opponent preview you’ve come to love: ‘Nole Thy Enemy. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland dissect the elements that make Duke’s defense so good, what the offense looked like without QB Riley Leonard this past week, and how the Seminoles match up against the ACC opponent. Join us for in-depth analysis on FSU’s opponent, and stick around for deep insights like ‘being good is fun.’ The type of stuff you can only get on Noles247’s ‘Nole Thy Enemy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is approaching on a Top 25 matchup and a major recruiting push. Noles247's On The Bench podcast goes over the recruits expected for this game, including Miami DT pledge Armondo Blount, as well as our thoughts on the LJ McCray recruitment. That includes heavily-hedged predictions on what the five-star McCray might do on Saturday. We also give a mid-year check-in on this FSU football team and play some Buy or Sonnone. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is making a remarkable final push for LJ McCray. The Seminoles, still riding momentum from a recent official visit, are in a good spot for the five-star defensive lineman from Daytona Beach Mainland. Do the Seminoles necessarily lead? Or is the school simply in striking distance after having to make up ground from the summer? Noles247’s On The Bench gets into this recruitment, what we’re hearing, and more as of Tuesday afternoon. Plus we get into the major list of visitors that’s increasing each day for this weekend’s Top 25 matchup against Duke. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State controlled Syracuse in convincing fashion, moving the Seminoles to 6-0 on the season. On The Bench goes over what went right for FSU in this episode, with a focus on some encouraging trends as this team’s identity is starting to take shape. We’ll dive into the minutia – like Jordan Travis’ body language, what happens if 6 teams go undefeated, what went wrong on the 4th-and-1 Wildcat call – but this is a big-picture look at what FSU did well against ‘Cuse, and what it’s starting to do well more and more often. A little recruiting talk and some Buy or Sonnone awaits at the end of the episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kev and Trey hop on to discuss the thoughts and feelings after FSU's blowout of conference opponent, Syracuse. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State enters Saturday's contest as a three-score favorite over visiting Syracuse. What kind of threat do the Orange present to the Seminoles? And what are areas of weakness that the Seminoles can exploit? An in-depth look at Syracuse's strengths (up front on defense) and weaknesses (depleted depth on the OL) in this episode of 'Nole Thy Enemy, plus a fittingly strange score prediction from the dome of Dane at the end of the episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is a three-score favorite over the Orange...but can the 'Noles make it an absolute blowout? Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone go over Syracuse and look at how the Seminoles can attack them in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State wasn't perfect in its win over Virginia Tech, but there were some really good moments to build on. A look at those positives -- in addition to some of the parts that need to be cleaned up -- standout performances, and an airing of grievances about ACC officiating are on the docket for this episode. Plus we give you the recap on the LJ McCray official visit in addition to other recruiting tidbits. But first, we laugh at Miami. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey and AB react to FSU's victory over the Hokies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We delve deep into Dane's dome to explore Florida State's upcoming contest, Virginia Tech. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland break down a Hokies team that is riding a convincing win over Pitt following a tough start to the season, with Dane finding an interesting comparison between VT and a recent FSU squad from a couple years back. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is back in Doak Campbell Stadium after nearly a month away from its home field. That means recruiting visits will start back up, including an official visit from priority DL LJ McCray. On The Bench goes into his recruitment and what we expect in the form of other visitors for this weekend's contest against Virginia Tech. But first, we go over a strong week of practice for the football team and go over some of the developments coaches have discussed in regards to players returning to action. Plus a look at how FSU should attack VT. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Bench takes listener questions, which directs us on a path about Florida State's DL recruiting, scheme/philosophy concerns, adjusted expectations for the Seminoles after a 4-0 start, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU football's win over Clemson recapped, the road trip detailed, and a look at what's next for the 'Noles. On The Bench goes over the adjustments that were made at half time, issues to clean up, and why there is relief after this 4-0 start even despite some problems that need to be corrected moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Trey and AB as they give their instant reaction to Florida State's victory over Clemson. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do we see second-half LSU or fourth-quarter BC as FSU takes the show to Death Valley? The Seminoles head to Clemson as slight road favorites for Saturday's noon contest. On The Bench goes over the matchups FSU needs to win and to be weary of to get their first win over Clemson since 2014. How will this team respond to a lackluster finish this past weekend? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2023 high school football season is nearing the halfway mark and the 2024 quarterbacks in the Top247 have all played at least one game as seniors. Hudson Standish joins the Oyster Boys to discuss how these signal-callers have faired so far and their outlooks before heading to college. Dylan Raiola - 2:20 Julian Sayin - 8:00 DJ Lagway - 14:50 Luke Kromenhoek - 20:30 CJ Carr - 26:00 Air Noland - 30:30 Walker White - 36:00 Jadyn Davis & Elijah Brown - 38:00 Ethan Grunkmeyer - 40:00 Jake Merklinger - 42:00 Iowa @ Penn State - 47:00 FSU @ Clemson - 49:00 Ohio State @ Notre Dame - 51:00 Arkansas @ LSU - 54:00 Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State escaped Boston College with a win, but it wasn't a win that made you feel good. What concerned us? What needs to be fixed and what can be fixed? There's a lot to sift through in this episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State football bumbled their way to a victory against Boston College to the tune of 31-29. The Seminoles had been ranked as the third-best team in the country earlier in the week but failed to live up to that reputation on the field. Kevin, Coach AB, and Trey hop on to discuss what went wrong and what that means for the rest of the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a mashup of sorts as Chris Nee fills in for Trey Rowland to preview FSU's game at Boston College with Dane Draper. The Seminoles head to Chestnut Hill to face the Eagles on noon this Saturday. Conditions are not expected to be optimal with Hurricane Lee making its way to the northeast around the time of the contest. Playing in slushy or windy elements is part of the preview as Nee and Dane dive into how that could impact the flow of the game while discussing the areas FSU needs to focus on to take advantage of a struggling BC squad. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The intensity that occurred on Florida State’s practice field daily during the 2013 season wasn’t frequently matched on Saturdays. As defensive line coach Odell Haggins recalls, every practice was ‘a war’ as the Seminoles’ stellar trench play forced competition on both sides of the ball. Practice hard or get embarrassed.  Haggins, FSU’s defensive line coach since 1996, has been a coach on some dominant teams including a pair of national champions. On the 10-year anniversary of FSU’s undefeated 2013 season, Noles247’s On The Bench podcast has been interviewing former players to relive their memories from that season of dominance. We talked to Haggins late in the offseason, and figured airing the interview would be fitting as this current FSU team – ranked No. 3 – heads to Boston College for a September contest with high expectations. As FSU treks north this weekend, it feels appropriate to mention that 2013 game up there when a Top 10 Seminoles squad was ambushed in the first half to fall behind 17-3 during a September contest in Chestnut Hill. FSU went on a 35-3 run – including a miraculous Hail Mary throw by Jameis Winston to Kenny Shaw before half time – and never trailed again the remainder of the regular season “It woke us up,” Haggins said. “We weren’t playing gap-sound football at the time. We talked to them, we settled them down. Once we settled that team down, we understood what we was trying to do, put them in the best situation.  “Boston College, the first quarter now, they ran up and down the field. Like trying to hold water in our hand.” “Those guys took it upon themselves in the second half to come out and say, ‘nah, this is not happening.’ And we put it together. …That was a big turning point, we made some changes on our defense for the betterment of the players to put the right pieces in the puzzle. When that happened, you see what happened after that.” The interview also includes Haggins thoughts on the culture of that team, adjustments made in the national championship game, and the fun he had being part of that defensive coaching staff. Plus Haggins discussed some of the players along the defensive front. Timmy Jernigan was “violent” off the snap and “I’m using that word lightly. When he used to come off the football, you could hear it.” Eddie Goldman became a technician by Year 2 and turned into a dominant defender. Mario Edwards Jr. was keeping up with QBs running a 4.4 and was a “mean football player” as well as intelligent.  There was star power, no doubt, but you can hear Haggins fill up with pride in talking about rotational players as well such as Jacobbi McDaniel and Demonte McAllister. “On that championship team, guys that played their roles, that was one of the most important things. Doing your job, doing it for each other, not for thyself.” You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most feel good, some see concerns after Florida State's massive win over Southern Miss. What concerns are legit? Noles247's Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone go through the box score and give our thoughts on FSU's convincing win against Southern Miss. Are some of the narratives coming out of the game legitimate? And if so, how much so? Plus we play a rousing game of Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Kev, Trey, and CoachAB as they break down the dominant victory over Southern Miss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State looks to keep the good times rolling against a quality G5 opponent, Southern Miss. The Seminoles are heavy favorites (-31) heading into the home opener on Saturday night. What makes Southern Miss a formidable G5 team and how can the Seminoles manage to avoid a letdown after an emotional win over LSU less than a week ago? Trey Rowland and Dane Draper give you all the information you need to know about FSU's upcoming opponent, Southern Miss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State snatched LSU’s soul in the second half of a 45-24 victory over the Tigers. This episode of On The Bench basks in FSU’s bullying ways as we relive how FSU changed the complexion of the game in the second half, what it means for expectations moving forward, and how the dominant win impacts key recruitments. Nee, Zach, and Sonnone sit down and have fun for the next hour in this episode of OTB. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AB, Kevin, and Trey break give their immediate thoughts post game on the blowout victory over LSU. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do the Seminoles need to expect from LSU in this Top 10 matchup? 'Nole Thy Enemy is back, with Dane and Trey previewing Florida State's upcoming opponent: No. 5 LSU. The talk on the Tigers focuses on an in-depth analysis on how LSU's offense is built around QB Jayden Daniels, which skill player FSU needs to focus on, and how new pieces fit into the returning parts of LSU's defense. It's one of the most comprehensive previews you'll get if you dare to 'Nole Thy Enemy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's season opener against LSU is quickly approaching. Noles247's On The Bench Podcast turns its attention to the Top 10 matchup in this episode as we preview the contest. Matchups FSU can exploit, areas of anxiety, and predictions are a part of the show. Plus we get into the visitor list for the weekend, share some insight into FSU's first depth chart, and quickly go over the Zaquan Patterson recruitment. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football season is here. Florida State opens its 2023 campaign on Sunday, in less than a week, as the No. 8 Seminoles travel down to Orlando to face No. 5 LSU in one of the most anticipated games of the season. The fellas at Noles247’s On The Bench podcast get going with our season-preview episode. It’s a full bunch with the X’s and Noles and OTB groups combining to go over positions of strength, areas of concern, expectations, and then win shares (which we seem to collectively hate). AB learns what a coin flip means. Dane gets lectured on podcasting. Nee is very confident in this team. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is about to embark on a 2023 season ripe with expectations.  What constitutes a successful or unsuccessful season? What does a successful season mean for immediate recruiting and the short-term outlook for the program over the next few years? Does FSU have its QB of the future already on its roster? What are bare minimums for Jordan Travis to be a Heisman finalist? Will FSU get another commitment soon? What about chickens? And how do we try to balance the way we cover this program? We go over a ton in this MAILBAG episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has arrived: The 2023 Noles247 Draft. Florida State’s roster, split among two of the most prestigious franchises in the history of sports and selected by two of the most cunning football minds humanity has ever known. Team Box Checkers vs. Team Landing Stickers. Chris Nee leads the Box Checkers for a fourth year. A crafty veteran, Nee is meticulous and unflinching in his strategic approach to not caring about what sort of squad he actually fields as long as he finds value with each selection. His ability to turn tackles into guards and corners into safeties is the stuff of legends.  Brendan Sonnone guides the Landing Stickers. This wanna-be GM has won many an award in offseason simulation leagues, but beating Nee has proven to be an elusive endeavor. Nerves often get to Sonnone, creating panicky picks that deplete his roster before it’s even built. Trey Rowland hosts the battle among these two titans. Kevin Little and Coach AB will provide commentary while commissioning to make sure rules are abided by and the picks run on time.  Oh, and AB and Kev will be throwing some curveballs at the two GMs throughout the draft to spice things up. Who will field the most complete team? Will Sonnone be sober enough to get his picks in on time? Is Kev’s cat really a dog? Will Nee care to actually make his pick? Is snapping important to anyone? You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is 12 practices through preseason camp. That includes one scrimmage, a couple of scorchers in full pads at UNF in Jacksonville, and a dozen races between Mike Norvell and Braden Fiske. Brendan Sonnone of Noles247’s On The Bench gets this episode going with a takeaway for each day of camp. This is a stream of consciousness for 25 minutes on what he’s seen through covering practices, talking to sources, and what he can confidently conclude so far through this current sample size. The likes of Brock Glenn, Johnny Wilson, Jared Verse, and others are highlighted during this segment. Then we bring on Trey Rowland to do a 1-on-1 interview with Tre’ Jackson as we continue our 2013 National Championship Series. Jackson was a starting offensive lineman on that title team and one of the few players in FSU history to earn Unanimous All-American honors. Time stamps for the fun interview can be seen below… 28:15 - Tre’ Jackson interview begins, starting with how he was recruiting to FSU, Rick Trickett as a recruiter, and irritating Paul Johnson. 37:00 - The time Jackson and three other freshmen on the OL started in the Champs Sports Bowl. There were some nerves involved… “Tre’, don’t be the one to mess it up, don’t be the one to mess it up.” 38:30 - The NC State loss in 2012 as the catalyst… “No one wanted to feel that feeling again.” 40:00 - Tw0 weeks before the season, Trickett came into the OL meeting room and goes “that No. 5, he has that dog in him. I told my son to get out of here, because that No. 5 has it in him.” That was the first time players had an indication of who would win the position battle. 44:12 - That time Jameis got kicked out of practice before the national championship during a two-minute drill...and he remembered it as he took the field for the final drive vs. Auburn. 49:00 - “We knew we had took their souls.” FSU’s beatdown of Clemson. 49:35 - Going against Aaron Donald and Pitt. 51:25 - Realizing the National Championship Game was going to be a battle.  51:50 - Was Auburn stealing signs? “If we sent one bullet, they’re going to send three back at us.” FSU did more than put up towels to counteract this tactic from Auburn. 54:15 - Tre’s POV of Jameis’ TD pass to KB. 57:30 - Playing for Coach Trickett. 58:30 - Is 2013 FSU the greatest team in college football history? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Which true freshmen are set to make an impact in the ACC and for Notre Dame in 2023? Andrew and Cooper go team-by-team discussing which newcomers are ready to hit the field! Clemson - 3:00 Florida State - 9:45 North Carolina - 15:00 NC State - 19:30 Miami - 22:30 Duke - 29:30 Pitt - 35:00 Louisville - 37:45  Wake Forest - 42:30 Syracuse - 47:15 Virginia Tech - 49:20 Georgia Tech - 52:30 Boston College - 56:30 Virginia - 59:30 Notre Dame - 1:03:30 Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State held its first scrimmage of preseason camp on Sunday evening. The OTB crew breaks down some of the intel we received as well as comments from coaches to put together some takeaways from Scrimmage No. 1, and provide a preview of what to expect during practice this week. Plus some recruiting scoop on priority targets, and a game of Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is eight practices into preseason camp. Noles247's Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone lend insight into what we've seen so far through a position-by-position breakdown of the roster. How good is FSU? What prism should we be viewing this team through? Have weaknesses been addressed?  Join us for this in-depth episode of OTB... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State DT Darrell Jackson was denied a hardship waiver by the NCAA this past week. What does it mean for the Seminoles in 2024? Plus we go over the DB board now that Alabama native Rydarrius Morgan flipped to 'Bama, and do a quick preview of what's expected to be an intense couple of practices over in Jacksonville for the Seminoles. And then Trey Rowland sits down with WR Christian Green to go over FSU's prolific offense from the 2013 championship season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State went into Georgia’s backyard to earn what is the biggest single recruiting win of the Mike Norvell Era. The Seminoles landed a commitment from five-star DB KJ Bolden. How exactly did FSU win out? And how did we go about reporting one of the most dramatic recruitments in recent memory? On The Bench has you covered for a thorough episode on the Bolden recruitment.  We also give a rundown of FSU’s recruitment of Bolden’s teammate as well as some early thoughts on the 2023 Seminoles now that fall camp is underway. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State took its position against the ACC to another level during a straightforward Board of Trustees meeting. An aligned group of some of the most powerful members of the FSU community, led by university president Richard McCullough, outlined their concerns about the untenable nature of being in the ACC from FSU's perspective. What did we learn from the BoT meeting and what happens next? Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone recap FSU's power play in this episode of On The Bench before getting to the run of commitments leading to a Top 10 class for the Seminoles, near final thoughts on KJ Bolden's recruitment, and Confidence Ratings for each position group ahead of fall camp. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew and Cooper discuss the many commitments at the end of July including Perry Thompson to Auburn, Charles Lester to Florida State, Demond Williams to Arizona, and more! What’s left in recruiting - 6:00 Auburn is HOT on the Trail - 12:30 Florida State Lands Top Talent - 30:50 Demond Williams Picks Arizona - 47:45 Akili Smith Jr Picks Oregon - 55:00 More Big Commitments - 1:00:00 *This was recorded prior to 5-Star Dylan Stewart's commitment to South Carolina Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Bench begins with 10 minutes of Chris Nee diving into his report on Noles247 about Florida State's exploration of leaving the ACC. He details the reasoning of the timing of his report, why he believe things are escalating when it comes to FSU/realignment, and the possible risks and factors involved if FSU were to indeed make a jump. We then transition into more context on the report, including a connecting of dots on why the Big Ten makes more sense than the SEC if anything is indeed imminent. And the final 30 minutes of the show are spent on takeaways from FSU's time at ACC Kickoff, our final thoughts on Charles Lester as he chooses between FSU, Colorado, and Alabama, and then some other important recruiting updates To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Kevin Little and CoachAB with special guest Chris Nee as they preview the 2023 skill position groups. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Chris Nee joins CoachAB and Kevin Little to preview the QB room for the 2023 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is an absolutely loaded episode of On The Bench. We spend the first 20 minutes of the episode on recruiting -- thoughts on Charles Lester and KJ Bolden, the decommitment of Tawaski Abrams, and a transfer LB target emerges -- before diving in on a really fun interview regarding FSU's 2013 championship squad. Ebo Entsuah was a walk-on fullback for the Seminoles during their championship run. His memories and insights from that team include some of the special talent around him, trying to block Lamarcus Joyner, the complexity of Jimbo Fisher's offense, and his recollection of Kelvin Benjamin telling coaches that Dameyune Craig was stealing signs. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State enjoyed a fun run of recruiting activity to end this past week, with three commitments propelling the Seminoles to just outside the Top 10 of national rankings. This episode of OTB focuses on the recruitments of those most recent pledges, upcoming decisions for some priority recruits (i.e. Charles Lester and KJ Bolden), and then a frenzied game of Buy or Sonnone. BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR: 75% off an annual sub to Noles247 RIGHT NOW You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is embarking on the 10-year anniversary of its 2013 championship season. To get going on reliving that season, Noles247 sits down with former FSU star safety Terrence Brooks to go over his favorite memories from that special year. Brooks – who was a two-year starter for FSU, including an All-ACC performance in 2013 – ended up enjoying an eight-year career in the NFL. He was part of that special 2010 recruiting class, the first under Jimbo Fisher as a head coach, and was a key part of forming an utterly dominant defense. In his sit-down with On The Bench, Brooks reveals why he had a special disdain for Florida and shares that he actually played the entire second half of the 2013 championship game vs. Auburn with a concussion (and the play he suffered the concussion on ended up being a turning point for him in that game).  Some time stamps are below… 7:45 – Was that 2012 team even more talented than the 2013 squad?  9:30 – That 2010 recruiting class was a ‘brotherhood’ 17:20 – Practice that week of the Clemson game was no joke. 18:50 – The personalities that made up the DB rotation of Brooks, Lamarcus Joyner, Jalen Ramsey, P.J. Williams, and Ronald Darby. 23:50 – Reliving the time Brooks led a game of hangman on the sideline during a blowout victory.  30:10 – The Florida “butt whooping” and why Brooks hates UF. 38:30 – Brooks reveals that he ended up playing with a concussion for the second half of the championship game.  42:20 – The infamous Tre Mason Heisman pose is discussed here, with Brooks recognizing in the moment “y’all have given us way too much time.” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our countdown of FSU's 40 Most Important Players for the 2023 season concludes with a look at the Seminoles' star power. Depth might be the calling card of this squad, but FSU has some potentially elite players at premium positions. Coach AB, Kev Little, Trey Rowland and Brendan Sonnone unite to go over the final five players on the list. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A football roster is ever changing. The pieces on a roster for a season might appear to stay the same, but the needs and options to fill said needs are constantly being evaluated. That makes the job Darrick Yray holds, as Florida State's general manager, an integral one. From researching trends across athletics, to pouring through film, to self evaluating, Yray and the rest of FSU's front office have taken a meticulous approach in helping the roster get to the point where the Seminoles are expected to be back in the mix atop the ACC in 2023. Yray sits down with On The Bench to go over some general thoughts on roster building philosophies and trends. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State landed two commitments to begin the month of July, and the 4th could be even more productive for the Seminoles. Several choice targets are committing on July 4th, and perhaps there can be some surprises as well as FSU's recruiting efforts from June begin to lead to commitments. Where does FSU stand for TE Kylan Fox, WR James Madison II, WR Elijah Moore, and DB Rydarrius Morgan, who are all set to make decisions on Tuesday? Plus On The Bench breaks down the commitments of DE DD Holmes and DB Ricky Knight III before playing some Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Storms, Florida State's Strength and Conditioning Director, joins On The Bench to go over a variety of topics about the Seminoles' offseason regiment.  Who is squatting 675 pounds? What sort of development has Storms seen from the likes of Jordan Travis, Joshua Farmer, and Patrick Payton? Is his program more of a science or an art form?  It's a fun, informative episode that gives a glimpse into what FSU is doing this offseason heading into a 2023 campaign with lofty expectations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The top 40 train rolls on with players 10-6. Join the gang as they take a look at a priority defensive end and offensive tackle in this group. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dane Draper and Zach Blostein join CoachAB on the couch (get it video folks) to discuss the weekends official visitors. The adults were all on vacation so the old man and his boys got together to break it down. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Official visit season is in full swing as Florida State makes its final push in the hectic month of June. On The Bench recaps the OVs that just took place -- including one for five-star Charles Lester -- and then turns its focus to the upcoming ones this weekend, But first, Nee and Zach jump into a discourse of FSU's recruiting strategy in June as they vet whether or not it will lead to optimal results for the Seminoles. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew Ivins and Cooper Petagna discuss the top takeaways and standout QBs from the Elite 11 Finals in Los Angeles last week. Biggest Elite 11 Takeaways - 3:15  Takeaways from Dylan Raiola - 9:20 Takeaways from Ryan Puglisi - 14:20 Takeaways from Luke Kromenhoek - 20:00 Takeaways from CJ Carr - 27:30 Takeaways from Jadyn Davis - 31:50 Takeaways from Air Noland - 36:30 Takeaways from DJ Lagway 39:45 Takeaways from Will Hammond 43:20 Takeaways from Colin Hurley - 46:30 Takeaways from Hauss Hejny - 51:15 Takeaways from Trever Jackson - 52:20 Takeaways from Ethan Grunkemeyer - 55:45 Takeaways from Daniel Kaelin - 58:40 Takeaways from Demond Williams - 1:00:00 Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join the gang as they react to players 20-11 of the Top 40 Most Impactful players list. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's Elite Camp lived up to its name. Now the Noles247 staff recaps our takeaways from the event as well as intel from the weekend in the latest episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Top 40 Most Important players list continues on. This time the gang review players 30-21 from the list. Listen to Brendan Sonnone and CoachAB duel it out over a reserve running back who has a hybrid role. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The top 40 most important players list has returned to Noles247. This year the entire gang is in the ranking business and things got crazy. CoachAB and Kevin Little jump on the bench to break down players 40-31 with Brendan Sonnone. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys of On The Bench break down a big weekend in Tallahassee. Multiple priority official visitors will be hosted over the weekend and Zach, Chris, and Dane have the latest intel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a ton to get to in this episode of On The Bench. Florida State softball’s success, ACC’s vague profit sharing, a safety prospect, rankings, and then a road trip review are all discussed in a loaded OTB. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State’s evaluation and recruiting efforts are going to hit full swing in the next week or so. Camp season begins in June, as do official visits. Zach Blostein and Chris Nee of Noles247’s On The Bench preview what’s ahead and what FSU fans need to pay attention to. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What exactly does Keon Coleman bring to FSU's offense and how will opponents be able to slow down the Seminoles in 2023? Brendan Sonnone joins Kevin Little and Coach AB to analyze the X's and Os of adding Coleman to the mix. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keon Coleman picked Florida State over Ole Miss. The fellas at On The Bench break down the commitment and explain why Coleman is the "missing piece" for FSU's offense. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From The Magnificent Seven to playing nice, the tone of the ACC Spring Meetings was very different from Day 1 to Day 2. Did Florida State get what it wanted out of talks regrading a redistribution of money among the conference? On The Bench does a quick recap on the 'drama' from the ACC meetings and what it means for FSU's athletic program, as well as conference realignment hopes, moving forward. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State HC Mike Norvell joins Brandon Marcello to discuss the expectations heading into next season, the transfer portal, realignment, and much more! Host: Brandon Marcello Guest: FSU HC Mike Norvell Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's the latest with wide receiver transfer target Keon Coleman? Will the Seminole get a commitment from JUCO S Ashlynd Barker? How does one get Chris Nee angry? Find out the answers to all in the latest episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Destyn Hill made it to Florida State at long last. The saga spanned nearly three years from the time he silently committed to FSU and was one of the longest, most improbable recruiting developments we've ever covered. Zach Blostein and Brendan Sonnone break down his arrival to FSU, his projected role with the Seminoles, and try to grasp the fever dream of a recruitment. We then delve into what's next at safety after Jaylen Key picks Alabama over FSU, and get into a lengthy discussion with Keon Coleman and how we think that recruitment shakes out. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State lost nine players via the Transfer Portal this spring. Are those losses significant, and what do the Seminoles do with that extra room? A look at who’s leaving and who’s coming, including notes on the transfer targets Keon Coleman and Jaylen Key. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU retained Josh Farmer after a dramatic week in which the defensive tackle entered the Transfer Portal only to return to the team. Behind the scenes on the process to get Farmer back in the fold, subsequent fallout, and more (including another two-deep defender entering the Portal) in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State defensive tackle Joshua Farmer announced on Tuesday that he plans to enter the Transfer Portal. The promising defender is not in the Portal as of Wednesday morning. This episode of On The Bench is dedicated primarily to unpacking the Farmer Saga as we try to make sense of what’s happening, why it’s happened, and what could still happen. We go big picture on Portal recruiting vs. prep recruiting, the possible fallout for FSU if Farmer leaves (does Darrell Jackson go with him) and more. Then wrap things up with a poorly-done draft game for FSU’s 2024 recruiting class. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Attrition is here as spring ball is done for Florida State. The Seminoles have already seen several players exit the roster via the Transfer Portal. What departure hurts the most so far and what does it mean for scholarship room? Then we breakdown the addition of ‘Nole legacy Devin Carter. And finally, we play Buy or Sonnone (Sponsored by…) which leads us to topics like the amount of future first-round draft picks on this team, what to make of Tawaski Abrams visiting Colorado, the hierarchy of insulting nicknames to call someone else, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The On The Bench trio of Nee, Zach and Sonnone react to news of Landen Thomas committing to Florida State. The five-star tight end, who committed to the Seminoles back in 2021, flipped back to FSU after nearly a year-long pledge to Georgia. Then Thomas joins OTB to explain the decision in an exclusive interview with Zach. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's recruiting efforts are trending in a good direction. The Seminoles added another four-star receiver to its 2024 class in BJ Gibson, got QB Luke Kromenhoek and RB Kameron Davis to shut down their respective decisions, and are trending in a good place for 5-star TE prospect Landen Thomas (committed to Georgia). Noles247 breaks down all the happenings on the recruiting trail in the latest episode of On The Bench while also diving into takeaways from the Spring Game, err Showcase. before a rousing game of Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State Football played in a televised scrimmage to end their Spring camp. While it was just a glorified practice, it was the first opportunity to see some newcomers face good P5 competition. Trey, Coach AB, and Kevin discuss how they did and what things we should take away from this scrimmage. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has had a nice week when it comes to personnel transactions. D'Mitri Emmanuel is coming back for another season. Luke Kromenhoek went on-record about his Penn State visit. And FSU beat Miami for a 4-star ATH in Lawayne McCoy. These are a few topics of conversation in this loaded episode of On The Bench. Then the X's and Noles gang hops on the OTB feed to preview FSU's Spring Showcase on Saturday. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a classic Buy or Sonnone episode of On The Bench as we take listener questions/prompts on the latest happenings for Florida State football.  But first, we gauge whether Zach is nervous about recent developments regarding 2024 commits Luke Kromenhoek and Kameron Davis, as well as test out Chat GPT to see if it can emulate a script for grumpy Chris. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU played host to some major recruits this week, including Georgia TE commit Landen Thomas and five-star safety KJ Bolden. Find out the latest on these recruitments in this episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Intel and insight from Florida State's second scrimmage of the spring leads the way in this episode of On The Bench. We explain how Jordan Travis went off for #FSU, why the backup QBs were lackluster, and which receiver is taking the lead to be The King of the Spring. Then it's a rousing game of Buy or Sonnone, followed by recruiting nuggets from a weekend full of big-time visitors. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What did we learn about Florida State after its first scrimmage? On The Bench provides some insights into this team's development after speaking with coaches and sources over the last few days. We then make early predictions for King of the Spring, play Buy or Sonnone, and then wrap things up with some recruiting updates. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a loaded episode of On The Bench as we dive into FSU's game in Ireland -- and why it's led to a scheduling win for the Seminoles -- a developing situation with DE Derrick McLendon, takeaways from spring practice, and recruiting updates. Then we finish the show with a game of Buy or Sonnone that includes the fallout from the infamous Sonnone fit. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hosted dozens of high-end recruits this weekend while also conducting its first padded practice of the spring. Noles247 was there for all of the action and recaps it all in this episode of On The Bench. From the Crystal Ball for Charles Lester III, to the fan overreaction to Derwin James and Jalen Ramsey, and in-depth analysis on the football team...we have you covered in this wide-ranging episode. **Legacy Weekend (2:00): Recapping the visits Charles Lester, Payton Pierce, Kamarion Franklin and others **Buy or Sonnone...by....The Turner Group (38:00): Charles Laster CB, is BJ Gibson a take, an unhealthy love for Jeremiah Byers, Dublin down on St. Patty's Day **What stands out about FSU’s offense, through 3 practices, the Mycah Pittman injury (56:00) **Thoughts on FSU’s top defenders (1:12:00) Sponsored by Chattanooga Whiskey! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State will welcome back some of their top players in recent memory this weekend and those NFL stars will be around tomorrow's top players as the Seminoles host Legacy Recruiting Weekend. Chris Nee and Zach Blostein recorded an On The Bench episode on Thursday to preview the event. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's roster looks like it's still upwardly mobile. The Seminoles presented well on Day 1 of spring practice, with certain position groups looking drastically different than they did a couple years ago. Are we sipping Kool-aid or guzzling it? The attempt to balance what we saw last year, with what we think this team can be based on initial takeaways, is a balancing act that On The Bench tries to toe in this episode. Dane Draper, Zach Blostein, and Brendan Sonnone go position-by-position with some quick takeways from FSU's first spring practice, while bookending the analysis with some recruiting updates from last weekend and this week. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's in this episode of On The Bench? X-Factors, King of the Spring candidates, hot takes and all the minutia you want about Florida State football before spring practice starts. The Noles247 staff gets together to go in-depth on the storylines we're following as the Seminoles start spring practice today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas at On The Bench got up bright and early to get a look at Florida State's final Tour of Duty workout before spring practice. Still groggy from the 5 a.m. wake-up call, they made their way to a local biscuit establishment to refuel and then go over their takeaways from ToD. *2:00, Zach gives his thoughts on FSU's transfers *3:00, Banjo: Buy or Sonnone? *3:30, Brett sees progress from DJ Lundy *4:30, Zach on initial impression of Hykeem Williams *5:00, Nee gushes over Jeremiah Byers *7:15, The roster is SOOOOO much better off than it was a few years ago *9:20, A surprise performer *11:00, Who could Brett tackle? *11:30, Dying on the Rodney Hill You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Once again, realignment is on the minds of blue-blood programs. It's not USC, UCLA, Texas, or Oklahoma. This time, it's Florida State and Clemson. What's next for these two powers? Could they actually leave the ACC? Brandon Marcello and Chris Nee of Noles247 break it all down! Host: Brandon Marcello Guest: Chris Nee Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Nee and Zach Blostein of Noles247.com got together for a recording of 'On The Bench' on Monday morning. Blostein went in-depth on his time at Under Armour Atlanta on Sunday and what he learned about FSU's latest recruiting efforts. Nee discussed Florida State University Vice President and Director of Athletics Michael Alford's Friday comments to the Board of Trustees about the TV revenue gap that exists for the Seminoles. We also looked ahead to March and spring football, while spending a moment on FSU men's basketball storming back to defeat Miami as well as FSU baseball hitting the road to win 2-of-3 at No. 8 TCU. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Flip-flopping leaders in the final days of a recruitment. Trips along Florida’s Turnpike from Tallahassee to Coral Gables. Anger over crystal balls and a cringy Cristobal. The 2023 recruiting cycle was a wild one for Florida State. The Seminoles won some battles, they lost some others, but it was undoubtedly entertaining all along the way. Zach Blostein and Brendan Sonnone, aided by Trey Rowland, share some of their favorite stories from the cycle in this episode of On The Bench as we take you behind the scenes on how Tribe23 came together. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s another MAILBAG edition of On The Bench. Nee, Zach, and Sonnone take listener questions from the Noles247 message boarders about the way we rank recruits, the Seminoles’ hopes of putting together an “elite” prep class in 2024, our expectations for the 2023 season, spring storylines, and more. The conversation derails into a debate on whether some coaching staffs track stars/player rankings from recruiting services, and whether we consider it “this season” already for the 2023 campaign. But first Nee presents a direct view of FSU’s floundering basketball program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ingram Smith, the CEO of Florida State-based NIL start-up The Battle's End, joins On The Bench to share how he's living out a dream. Smith details how he got into the position to guide the vastly important NIL efforts surrounding his favorite program, the upcoming expansion of The Battle's End, and then dove into the strategy implemented by the The Battle's End to exploit a market inefficiency. As Smith states succinctly, 'there's a reason why Jordan Travis was our No. 1 target.' It's a fun 30-minute interview with insights into the collective (but don't call it a collective) that's helped FSU elevate its football program. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State cornerback Jarrian Jones learned something about himself recently: He's a "loverboy" and he can never go back to normal after that discovery. Jones joins Noles247 to have some fun about this self discovery in a Valentine's Day edition of On The Bench. From how his powerpoint presentation landed him the Valentine of his dreams, to his constant quest to get better on and off the field, Jones shares how this level of vulnerability is working well for him. Jones sits down with Trey, Kev, and Sonnone to share whether his presentation worked. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State announced a sizable contract extension that will pay Mike Norvell an average of $8.05 million per year through 2029. Coach AB and Sonnone breakdown the contract and whether or not it's a good deal for FSU. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re dusting off the MAILBAG for this episode of On The Bench. A wide array of topics are discussed, from Florida State’s ideal starting five on the offensive line, to arguing about whether Luke Kromenhoek will end up the highest-ranked player in FSU’s 2024 class.   You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QB commit Luke Kromenhoek committed to Florida State long before he was a Top 100 recruit. Why? Hear from the Seminoles' pledge himself as he joined Zach Blostein and the fellas of X's and Noles for an extended conversation. Kromenhoek details the recruiting process, his thoughts on Mike Norvell's offense, and then helps break down some of his impressive junior highlights. The full episode is on the Noles247 YouTube page, but we wanted the podcast audience to have a chance to listen to this impressive interview. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ACC unveiled its 2023 schedule for Florida State and the rest of the conference.  Are we complaining just to complain, or did FSU get a raw deal here?   You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State passed out offers, hosted future blue-chip recruits, and conducted a couple of official visits during a busy weekend of recruiting.  On The Bench has you covered on the latest developments from the world of FSU football and recruiting. We begin – after Nee ruins Sonnone’s Busy Bee Theory – by going over the polarizing perception of potential LB commitment Dylan Brown-Turner.  Then it’s a deep dive into the Junior Day visitors and the offers FSU extended over the weekend. And finally we play some Buy or Sonnone with a look at transfer numbers, coaching attrition in 2024, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State landed a commitment from speedy wide receiver TJ Abrams on Thursday afternoon. The four-star product of Fort Myers Dunbar joined On The Bench to discuss his decision. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let the debate begin. Florida State probably put together the best mixture of quantity and quality in the first wave of the Transfer Portal window, but which transfer will make the biggest impact in 2023? The crew at On The Bench ranks all 9 scholarship transfers in our projected order of impact this season. There are some, um, interesting choices here and it gets a bit heated.  Regardless, the exercise does reveal that FSU knocked it out of the park in the Portal and should have very strong depth as a result this season. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's recruiting efforts look favorable early in the 2024 recruiting cycle. Who are some of the players you need to familiarize yourself with as the board takes shape? Zach Blostein and Trey Rowland break down a busy weekend in this episode of The OV, with Coach AB. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State’s recruiting efforts for the 2024 cycle are starting to ramp up. The Seminoles have conducted Junior Days on back-to-back weekends, and with a third coming up this weekend, FSU is very much establishing its prospect board. As Chris Nee says in the latest episode of On The Bench, this is “exploratory surgery” for FSU as it undergoes a vetting process for what should be an extremely important class for the ‘Noles. First Nee gets into the last couple of Junior Days – top visitors like Landen Thomas and Dylan Stephenson, as well as some notable trends emerging in this cycle – and then we check in with the traveling South Florida boys Zach Blostein and Dane Draper to see what they learned from their time covering the Battle Miami 7-on-7 event. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's defense was good this past season, but can it make the jump forward to the next level? Noles247's On The Bench dives into the additions, returners, and departures on the defensive side of the ball to give a thorough assessment of whether the Seminoles can legitimately level up in 2023. Trey Rowland is running point as Nee, Kev and Coach AB break down the defense, as well as the hire of DB coach Patrick Surtain. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a crowded episode of On The Bench as we went live to evaluate the hire of DB coach Patrick Surtain (and learn how to pronounce his name), the addition of DE Gilber Edmond, and the departure of WR Malik McClain. As if that wasn’t enough, we then jump into an early preview of Florida State’s 2023 offense. Going over the strengths – there should be a lot – the unknowns and what this group could evolve into with most key pieces back. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a wild weekend it was for Florida State. The Seminoles fended off an aggressive pursuit of Darrell Jackson (and others) from Miami and retained premier edge defender Jared Verse. OTB gets into the weeds of both developments in this episode, plus details the recruitments of some other transfer prospects...including a kicker commitment! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The entire Noles247 staff is reunited to recap FSU's remarkable 2022 season. We hand out awards, superlatives, and go over our favorite moments of the year. Plus, a look ahead to expectations in 2023. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State ended 2022 in style, with a fun 35-32 win over Oklahoma. And it started 2023 with a bang, retaining standout defensive tackle Fabien Lovett while landing a commitment from elite cornerback transfer Fentrell ‘Deuce’ Cypress. This episode of On The Bench is sizable, going over the return of Lovett and the addition of Cypress. But first we dive into the bowl win, FSU’s remarkable culture, and dive into a nuanced discussion on both the defense under Adam Fuller and the Transfer Portal. Oh, we also play some Buy or Sonnone (thanks to The Turner Group!!!) and drop some intel on a few remaining portal targets. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey Rowland, Kevin Little, and CoachAB jump on to discuss the Florida State-Oklahoma game right afterwards. Join the boys as they give their instant thoughts on the offense and defense. What did the trio like and dislike in this thrilling victory and what is next for the FSU program? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State rebounded after a tough loss, Keldric Faulk, on the first day of the Early Signing Period with a big addition in safety Conrad Hussey. This was a statement for the Seminoles, no doubt. On The Bench breaks down the Hussey addition and provides the latest intel on priority transfers Braden Fiske and Fentrell Cypress…only to get news of Fiske’s commitment to FSU mid-episode.  Follow along with the twists and turns in this episode of OTB… You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State held onto Hykeem Williams despite a last-minute push from Colorado's Deion Sanders and Miami's Mario Cristobal. It lost Keldric Faulk to Auburn. Conrad Hussey's recruitment is still in the air. The first day of the Early Signing Period was hectic and drama-filled for FSU. Some good, some bad. OTB's Zach Blostein, Trey Rowland and Coach AB have the perspective on what happened, and they're joined by friend of the show Ingram Smith to recap the day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The information is coming fast and furiously as Florida State is trying to close on the majority of its 2023 recruiting cycle on the eve of the start of the Early Signing Period. Recruitments are changing hourly and things are getting…interesting?  Fun for some, anxiety-provoking for others.  Noles247’s On The Bench goes over the latest on what we’re hearing about Keldric Faulk, Conrad Hussey, Edwin Joseph, and others in this preview episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest on Keldric Faulk, Deuce Cypress, and a new OL commit. It's a hectic weekend in the world of Florida State recruiting, but Zach Blostein has you covered with help from Trey Rowland and Coach AB. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is entering the final stages of the recruiting process before the Early Signing Period. That means it’s time to close, time to try and flip, and time to try and fend off flips. It’s chaotic and an absolute sprint to the finish line, and Noles247’s On The Bench tries to make sense of it all in this episode. The latest on Hykeem Williams, Keldric Faulk, Fentrell Cypress, and more can be heard here. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Tis the season. It’s the time for bells and presents. We’ve got both in this episode of On The Bench. Zach Blostein and Brendan Sonnone break down the commitment of Jaheim Bell/how Florida State won over the top transfer prospect, and then get into the gift that keeps giving for FSU: The Transfer Portal. Official visitors expected, recruiting scoop, and more in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hosted a 8 official visitors and had a surprise unofficial visitor as well this weekend. Noles247's On The Bench podcast has all the scoop you could want from the weekend in this episode, hosted by Trey Rowland and perfectly accentuated by Zach Blostein and Coach AB. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's pursuit of top transfer prospects has been controlled chaos. This episode of On The Bench focuses on the transfer prospects FSU is set to host this weekend, plus three priority prep visitors. We also dive into the return of Trey Benson, the travels of Mike Norvell, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is an absolutely LOADED episode of On The Bench. Between the transaction period of bringing back players and players leaving, activity in the Transfer Portal, and the final stretch of 2023 recruiting...there's a ton to get to. With that in mind, we let Nee lead this episode to keep everything running on time. The OTB trio provides analysis on Jordan Travis' return, what we're hearing on other players coming back, Portal targets, OVs, and more. Plus a quick round of everyone's favorite game, Buy or Sonnone...sponsored byyyyyy The Turner Group! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State quarterback Jordan Travis announced on Monday that he's coming back for the 2023 campaign. A quick reaction to what this means for the Seminoles' expectations next season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State figures to be a popular transfer destination this season. What position will the Seminoles pursue? This episode of OTB previews FSU's pursuit of players in the transfer portal, takes a look at possible outgoing players, puts a bow on the short-lived Sam McCall Era, and gets into some Buy or Sonnone (sponsored by The Turner Group). All while Zach committing a hostile takeover while Sonnone endures a dreadfully embarrassing mistake. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State concluded its 2022 regular season with a dramatic and fun win over rival Florida. The victory very much so reflected this team’s progress, as it was an imperfect game yet one to be proud of as the Seminoles battled throughout. On The Bench goes over this team’s progress throughout the year, the win over Florida, and what this season can do to propel Mike Norvell moving forward. We also play Buy or Sonnone and get into the latest on the future of Jordan Travis, coordinator talk, and recruiting updates from an active weekend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a back and forth contest between two rivals the Florida State Seminoles came out on top. A gem of a game by Jordan Travis who was exceptional on the night. The running game for FSU was strong as always and paved the way for their fifth straight victory. FSU caps off a 9-3 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dane Draper and Trey Rowland give you the in-depth information you're looking for on Florida State's upcoming contest against rival Florida in this episode of 'Nole Thy Enemy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is two days away from its regular-season finale against rival Florida, and the approach this week has been quite business-like. What’s at stake against the Gators, who’s visiting, scoop from the week, and some Buy or Sonnone are all on the docket in this hour-long episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today was a good day. Florida State battled for months and it paid off as the Seminoles flipped QB Brock Glenn from Ohio State.  The boys at On The Bench react instantly – definitely not from Friday – to the news, how the Seminoles managed to hang on in this recruitment, and what the addition means for FSU’s QB room. Plus Nee eats some crow. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dane Draper and Trey Rowland take the budding bromance to the bayou as they take an in-depth look at FSU's upcoming opponent, Louisiana. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is looking to finish the season on a high note with two remaining regular-season games. But before the Seminoles get to rival Florida, they have to go through a capable G5 opponent in Louisiana. On The Bench briefly goes over the upcoming opponent as well as the happenings this week before playing Buy or Sonnone as well as a game of Stay or Go for potential NFL prospects. And then we dive deep into the annals of FSU recruiting as the Seminoles are in on some names you might remember from several years ago. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU dismantled their third straight ACC opponent. The direction of this program is on a clear upward trajectory, but what specifically is Mike Norvell doing to create one of the most dominant rushing attacks in the country? How has Adam Fuller's defense changed to allow it to go multiple games without a touchdown? Trey and Kevin are joined by Brendan Sonnone doing his best Coach AB impersonation to try to get to the heart of these questions and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Bench is hosted by G.O.A.T Chris Nee this episode. He’s with young guns Zach Blostein and Dane Draper as the trio recaps Florida State’s win over Syracuse. They also provide intel on what’s happening with Lucas Simmons, go over potential bowl destinations, and more. Will Sonnone make an appearance to celebrate the top play from Saturday’s win over Syracuse? Tune in and find out! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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FSU and Syracuse are mirror images of each other att this point in the season. After a 6-0 start, the Orange have lost three straight and have injuries littering their depth chart. FSU on the other hand may be the healthiest it's been all season and feeling confident after two straight ACC blowout victories. Dane and Trey dive into the Syracuse personnel to give an idea of who to watch for against the 'Noles this Saturday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State heads up to Syracuse this week as a touchdown favorite over the Orange. This serves as another opportunity for the Seminoles to possibly level-up in taking the next step of Mike Norvell's climb. On The Bench has some scoop on Orange QB Garret Shrader in this episode. We look at how FSU performed this week in practice, play a fun game of Buy or Sonnone and drop some recruiting nuggets as well. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State went down to Miami Gardens and boat raced the rival Hurricanes in dominant fashion, winning 45-3. Simply put, the Seminoles handled their business against Miami. It feels like another positive step forward in the climb under Mike Norvell. The guys of On Bench evaluate the game, take some shots at Miami, and do a slight look ahead to an important road contest coming up. Plus a few recruiting tidbits.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing FSU hoops' 2022-23 season with Chris Nee and Trey Rowland To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Miami Hurricanes haven't had the success they would've hoped for in Year 1 under Mario Cristobal, getting off to a 4-4 start despite a soft schedule. So it wasn't a huge surprise that Florida State opened as a touchdown-plus favorite over its rival. This episode of 'Nole Thy Enemy takes a look at the Hurricanes and why FSU is favored, but also focuses on aspects of the game the Seminoles must execute in order to avoid being upset. Trey Rowland and Dane Draper break it all down in this Beyond The Bench production. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s here. Rivalry week between Florida State and Miami, aka Miami Hate Week. On The Bench dives into the matchup, recruiting implications for the contest and tries to make sense of how Miami has gone 4-4 against this dreadful schedule.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Perfect pre-play checks, defensive miscues, the Wildcat and more are discussed in this episode of X's and Noles' Film Review. The fellas breakdown FSU's convincing 41-16 win over Georgia Tech. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It wasn’t always pretty, but Florida State did what it was supposed to do against Georgia Tech in a 41-16 victory. Nee and Sonnone get into the good, as well as some of the bad/ugly, in a game in which we felt positive about after a sluggish start. Then a tardy Zach Blostein makes his appearance, seemingly in good health, to discuss Cedric Baxter and other recruiting developments.  Plus some candy talk in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach AB, Trey, and Kevin hop on to give their thoughts after Florida State's blowout victory against Georgia Tech To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can lowly Georgia Tech find a way to pull off the upset against Florida State? The Seminoles are 24-point favorites over the visiting Yellow Jackets, who might be without starting signal caller Jeff Sims and are coming off an ugly 16-9 loss to Virginia. This episode of 'Nole Thy Enemy focuses on the strengths and (many) weaknesses of this GT team so you can get an idea if FSU's upcoming opponent has a chance to catch the Seminoles sleeping. What are aspects of the game that FSU should control? Can GT exploit any deficiencies?  This Beyond The Bench production with Trey Rowland and Dane Draper gives you everything you need to know about the Yellow Jackets and this weekend's matchup. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is entering, dare we say, a pivotal stretch in the Mike Norvell Era. And no, it's not Sonnone saying this is pivotal. Chris Nee is leading the charge in articulating just how important these final five games of the 2022 campaign are for FSU, Norvell, and the trajectory of this program. Context on this finish, recruiting updates, and more are in focus in this loaded mailbag episode On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas at The Triple Option put away the film and turn to cold hard facts to confirm or dispel myths about the 2022 FSU Seminoles. Learn yourself something in this episode of OTB. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The entire Noles247 staff gets together to analyze the first half of Florida State's season To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's pivotal and difficult three-game stretch ends with an 0-3 mark, and with 34-28 loss to Clemson. This episode of On The Bench focuses on lessons learned about this FSU program following the defeat and looks at where the Seminoles go from here. What can be built on during the season, what needs to be remedied in the near future, and why did this skid occur?  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State football closed the gap after Clemson got out to a 34-14 lead but ultimately fell short. Kevin and Trey get on the instant to discuss the result and what this means moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the 'Noles pull off the home upset vs. No. 5 Clemson? 'Nole Thy Enemy takes a thorough look at how Florida State matches up against the Tigers. From a stout run game to improved passing from QB DJ Uiagalelei, the Tigers will undoubtedly be a tough test for FSU. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is on the big stage this Saturday against the No. 5 Clemson Tigers. With that in mind, the Seminoles are putting together a big recruiting weekend in a game that would have sizable implications if FSU were to pull off the upset. On The Bench is back to give you intel from the week of practice, the latest recruiting information out there – big visitors ahoy – and do a quick preview of the upcoming contest. Zechariah Owens, Keldric Faulk, DJ Chester scoop. Yeah, there's a lot to go over. Also, Nee and Zach needle Sonnone just for fun. Check it all out on the latest episode of OTB. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State lost a close game against North Carolina State on Saturday night. There has been a lot of conversation surrounding that game as FSU blew a 14-point halftime lead. The offense found productivity in the first half but fell apart in the second half. What happened? Jump on in and get the answers from Trey Rowland, Kevin Little, and CoachAB. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There were dark times (can the lights get turned on in time for a game, please?), there were bright times (Ryan Fitzgerald's field goal was the exclamation point on a feel-good first half), and then a shadow of panic/pressing consumed Florida State in meltdown against NC State. Unforced mistakes mounted as the Seminoles pressed and pushed to get out of the tailspin in the second half, but it was to no avail as FSU didn't put up a second-half point in a 19-17 loss.  But this podcast isn't all doom and gloom. The vibrant, enthusiastic old soul that is Dane Draper helps provide some much-needed perspective to FSU's defeat as he joins Brendan Sonnone to break down the game. Yes, there's a concerning trend in a small sample size that we have to discuss, but this loss also feels a little different from a bird's-eye view. We try to look at the game from all angles in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin and Coach AB jump on to discuss what went wrong in FSU's loss to NCSU. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State travels to Raleigh to take on No. 14 NC State on Saturday evening. How do the ‘Noles match up against the Wolfpack and are there any areas to possibly exploit in order to pull off the road upset? ‘Nole Thy Enemy is your most in-depth opponent preview podcast out there. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland give you everything you’d want to know about NC State in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State heads to Raleigh to take on No. 14 NC State in a game that has sizable implications on various levels: Division standings, season outlook, and potentially whether FSU gets a GameDay bid next week. On The Bench delves into the matchup and plays some Buy or Sonnone (shoutout to The Turner Group!!!) in this old-school format of the mighty Nee and Sonnone duo. Preview, predictions, debunking Twitter drama, and more in the latest episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys from X's and Noles are breaking down the tape and breaking down narratives. There is a lot to takeaway from the Wake Forest game and we are telling our truths. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU's loss to Wake Forest exposed some weaknesses in the trenches for the Seminoles. On The Bench goes over the areas that plagued FSU in this defeat, and plays some Buy or Sonnone (sponsored by The Turner Group!) to confirm or debunk narratives coming from the loss. Zach is dying. Brendan is singing. Chris is Chris. Kicking options, losing 1-on-1s, coaching decisions...we go over a ton in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU fell to Wake Forest 31-21 for its first loss of the season. What went wrong for the Seminoles? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State faces a tough test this weekend against Wake Forest. The No. 22 Demon Deacons have a stout offensive system with an experienced quarterback, and could match up favorably against the Seminoles in a few areas of this contest. Trey Rowland and Dane Draper break down areas of concern for FSU and potential strengths for the Seminoles in this Top 25 matchup during the latest episode of Beyond The Bench's 'Nole Thy Enemy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State’s Top 25 matchup against divisional foe Wake Forest is going on as scheduled this Saturday.  Noles247’s On The Bench takes a quick look at this matchup and gives insight into FSU’s week of practice, Dave Clawson’s comments on the game being played, and more. We also play a lengthy game of Buy or Sonnone, presented by The Turner Group, and drop a quick recruiting update during the show. **00:30-Cold Open **02:30-Intro **03:20-The latest on FSU’s game this weekend re: Hurricane Ian **05:40-Dave Clawson’s comments from earlier this week **9:30-Practice observations on Jordan Travis, Omarion Cooper, and more **19:00-Buy or Sonnone, presented by The Turner Group(!!!): Is Norvell ahead of schedule, recruiting scoop, putting Chris’ kids through college **50:00-Commercial break **51:00-The Slow Mesh, with Kevin Little **53:30-Wake preview/predictions You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State found themselves on the right end of a blowout for the first time in a while. As always Trey Rowland, Kevin Little, and CoachAB find themselves on the right side of the film review. There was a lot going even in a blowout so it's important to look at the details of the game that led to the blowout. Come on in and tune in as the boys break down the film and give you a sense of what FSU is doing right and wrong. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is 4-0, ranked in the Top 25, and there’s legitimate buzz building around Tallahassee.  On The Bench touches on this hype and recaps the 44-14 win over Boston College in this episode. Buy or Sonnone – brought to you by The Turner Group – a quick laugh at Miami/UF, updates on Hurricane Ian, recruiting, and more. It’s a loaded episode of OTB. Enjoy! 3:30 - It’s been a while since FSU won like THAT, quick BC recap, ‘the largest I’ve heard Doak in 5-6 years’ 6:30 - Ranked again 8:00- A new sponsor, shoutout to The Turner Group. Buy or Sonnone! **Jordan Travis as an NFL prospect, the run game, eating crow about Ron Dugans, Rising Spear, and more 35:30 - Dane drops in to recap Hykeem Highway 37:00 - Defense recap 42:16 - Hurricane Ian 46:15 - Tallahassee is buzzing 51:30 - A butt-kicking 54:30 - Recruiting updates You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another Saturday night and another win for Florida State. This win was in blowout fashion for the Seminoles as they took care of business against Boston College. Kevin Little and CoachAB jump on for a late night instant reaction. They boys sit down and break down the nights action, look ahead to Wake Forest, and talk about the plusses and minuses from the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s back, the wildly popular Faulk in The Road format. Sonnone and Dane take their antics on the road, again, this time to cover the Hykeem Williams commitment ceremony. The Hykeem Highway is a journey from Tallahassee to Ft. Lauderdale as the Seminoles beat out Texas A&M and Jimbo Fisher for the five-star receiver. There are shenanigans in this bonus episode, but also some fun interviews, player comps, and a behind-the-scenes perspective into covering this recruitment. For those who want solely football and interviews, we’ve time-stamped the segments and the ceremony-centric aspects of the episode start at 37:30.  10:00 - Busy Bee 14:20 - Coverage plans for the Hykeem ceremony 17:10 - September parody 18:40 - Hykeem player comps: Antonio Gibson, and Deebo Samuels, and Tee Higgins, and Calvin Johnson, and Cordarrelle Patterson, and Ben Skowronek, and Denzel Mims, and Courtland Sutton, and sort of Michael Pittman Jr., and Jordan Matthews 31:00 - Flanigan's and Safid!!! 37:30 - An unfortunate typo 41:50 - Ivins guest appearance  42:00 - Hykeem Williams confirms that he’s committing to FSU 42:35 - Hyper teammates 44:22 - Dane interviews Peter Warrick and Snoop Minnis! 45:45 - Coach Edward Schuler (Stranahan hoops coach) on Hykeem Williams 49:00 - Goodbye, and one more comp for the road To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hykeem Williams is a 'Nole, and the boys at On The Bench are ecstatic. Insights into the recruitment of the five-star receivers, how the Seminoles landed him, and what he brings from a skill-set perspective. Plus some celebrating over a major win on the recruiting trail. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is looking to go 4-0 against a struggling Boston College. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland preview the Eagles and how FSU can attack the ACC opponent in this episode of Beyond The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top247 LB Blake Nichelson is heading across the country to play for Florida State. 247Sports national recruiting editor Brandon Huffman joins Blair Angulo to discuss Nichelson's decision and break down how the 'Noles were able to beat out Oregon and UCLA for the West Coast talent! Host: Blair Angulo  Guest: Brandon Huffman Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State went west to land Top150 linebacker Blake Nichelson, beating out Oregon in the process. What are the Seminoles getting in Nichelson? On The Bench provides a scouting report from its live watch party with Coach AB, Kev, Brendan, and Nee.  Then we get into the latest re: WR Hykeem Williams. And finally, a thoughtful and fun 1-on-1 interview with OC Alex Atkins. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Triple Option reviews FSU's dramatic 35-31 win over Louisville. What does the tape say? Thoughts on Tate Rodemaker, Johnny Wilson, FSU's defensive approach, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU found a way against Louisville for a gutsy road win. We dive into why this was such a gritty performance for the Seminoles and why this is a team to be proud of. Oh, and Zach and Brendan have to eat some crow. Then we get into the latest on Hykeem Williams and Blake Nichelson for this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State beat Louisville 35-31 in a game that was, as Trey Rowland puts it, was "drunk AF." The Seminoles went to the land of bourbon and came out victorious despite injuries aplenty as well as some serious miscues. How did the Seminoles do it? A loot at culture, timely play by WR Johnny Wilson, and the remarkable story of Tate Rodemaker. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State has landed in Louisville, where the Seminoles (2-0) will take on the Cardinals (1-1) on Friday evening.  Here comes Nole Thy Enemy to get you caught up and prepared for the contest. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland sit down to discuss the Cardinals, their areas of strength and weaknesses, the sometimes strange Scott Satterfield, and more. Dane tries to keep his undefeated record of predictions intact as well. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Devon Travis, former FSU baseball standout and brother of Jordan Travis, joins On The Bench to discuss his transition from playing to coaching and the growth of his little brother. Plus Nee helps preview FSU's contest against Louisville, and Zach plays Buy or Sonnone. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does Florida State’s 2-0 start do for the outlook on the 2022 season? What are areas of concern still moving forward? Is 1 really more than .5? It’s a loaded episode of On The Bench as Trey Rowland hosts a roundtable discussion among the Noles247 staff. We discuss the shift in expectations, what needs to happen to avoid a letdown against Louisville, the Hykeem Williams recruitment, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State defensive end Jared Verse acclimated himself to the national stage quite nicely. His primetime debut vs. LSU included two sacks and a blocked kick to help the Seminoles defeat the Tigers in New Orleans 24-23. Verse, dubbed by Trey Rowland as The King of the Bayou, joins Rowland for On The Bench’s 1-on-1 series. The FCS transfer shares his journey to FSU, his first taste of a primetime atmosphere vs. LSU, and why the Seminoles are back (and what that means) in the latest OTB episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State showed up Sunday night and put on a show against LSU. Kevin, Trey, and CoachAB showed up Wednesday and broke down the film. Take a listen as the trio looks at the in's and out's of the game. If you get the chance you should head over to the X's and Noles YouTube channel and watch for the full effect. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is 2-0 for the first time since 2016, and the way we view what the Seminoles are capable of accomplishing could be shifting. FSU handled LSU for much of Sunday’s 24-23 victory, and the game became much closer than it needed to be after a series of unfortunate events. Yet the ‘Noles hung on for a dramatic win. On The Bench gets into how FSU performed, how we view some coaching decisions, the incremental growth of the program, and the impact of this win for the 2022 season outlook as well as recruiting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Noles win!!! Noles win!!! They said it couldn't be done but here we are. Florida State held on to beat LSU 24-23 in front of a packed house in the Superdome. Listen to Trey Rowland, Coach Adam Brown, and Kevin Little give their instant reaction thoughts to the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What are LSU's strengths and weaknesses? Time to 'Nole. Thy. Enemy! Trey Rowland and Dane Draper take a look at the Tigers, and how FSU matches up against the SEC opponent in various areas. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is a couple days away from a major early-season contest against LSU. There are important recruiting implications for this game, and FSU has a chance to alter its national perception during a primetime matchup. Noles247’s On The Bench previews the matchups that we like, and don’t like for FSU in this episode. There’s also a good deal of recruiting talk as we size up the visitor list for this week’s game. Plus a name to possibly add to the QB board, Mike Norvell’s contract extension, and a little Cajun Kelly along with name controversy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State Seminoles spent Sunday breaking down the film of their 47-7 victory over the Duquesne Dukes. Monday night is film night for the boy of X's and Noles and we put on Saturday's tape to see just what was going on. In a blowout, it is hard to extrapolate much, but we did find a couple things worth focusing on. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is 1-0 for the first time since 2016 after the Seminoles beat FCS opponent Duquesne in convincing fashion. On The Bench recaps what stood out about this win, and what areas are still unknown or concerning as we turn the page to an important early-season matchup against LSU. Also, a second helping of chicken sandwiches, a steak bet, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin and Coach AB jump on OTB to give their thoughts immediately after Florida State's first game. They break down the standouts, the scheme insights, and explain the statistics that formed FSU's performance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's 2022 season gets underway on Saturday with a Week 0 contest against Duquesne. What do you need to know about the Dukes? Trey Rowland runs point and dishes to dapper Dane Draper in the debut episode of 'Nole Thy Enemy. This will be a weekly segment on the OTB network under our Beyond The Bench title of episodes that will serve as the fun and sometimes random portion of the feed. Dane does a lot of work researching other teams across the country, and it shows here. Check it out! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's season begins on Saturday. To celebrate, we're bringing back the mailbag (MAILBAG) to take listener questions from the Noles247 message board. Plus Nee, Blostein and Sonnone react to the FSU release of its depth chart for Week 0, and go over some noteworthy recruiting developments from the week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's game week for Florida State as the Seminoles open the 2022 season with a Week 0 contest against Duquesne. And to preview the season, the entire staff at Noles247 gets to together to go over projections, predictions and the expected win total for the Seminoles. We all collectively expect FSU to finally get back to a bowl game this season, but can the 'Noles get to 7, 8, or even 9 wins this year? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is Florida State getting in four-star safety Kenton Kirkland and how did the Seminoles fend off a late charge from Kentucky? On The Bench has the details and analysis on the Seminoles’ latest commitment. Plus we go over the most recent scrimmage and reflect on perceived strengths (and weaknesses) as camp is close to wrapping up. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who can create the best starting lineup of Florida State players in this team draft? It's Team Landing Stickers (Brendan Sonnone) vs. Team Box Checkers (Chris Nee) with Commissioner Trey Rowland leading the draft, and Coach AB and Kev weighing in with round-by-round analysis. Did Nee's strategy of hoarding the offensive line pay off? Does J-Trav have enough help? And who is Mr. Irrelevant in this year's draft? You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Bench went live on Thursday evening, capping off a hectic stretch for the staff at Noles247. Nee and Zach are in Jacksonville covering Florida State’s off-campus practices as well as some area recruits while Sonnone is shaking off an RHCP concert. They get into the huge day from Jordan Travis this week and the unfortunate news of a season-ending injury to center Kayden Lyles, plus the commitment of DL Tavion Gadson. Also, there’s a rundown of “wildcards/X-Factors” for the 2022 season with Dane making an appearance. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's the best strategy for FSU's offense this season given its personnel? A heavy dose of Jordan Travis, of course, but then what? Trey Rowland, Kevin Little, and Coach AB go over the offense and what they think the Seminoles should try to do schematically around Travis this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is FSU getting in four-star running back commitment Sam Singleton? The fellas at X's and Noles break down his film with help from Zach Blostein, and get some interesting feedback from a family member watching the breakdown. Then Brendan Sonnone joins the show to go over scrimmage scoop, including the play of backup quarterbacks Tate Rodemaker and AJ Duffy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State general manager Darrick Yray joined the program in a new role in February, and is charged with organizing a department that is the lifeblood of a football program: recruiting. Yray, in a 1-on-1 interview with On The Bench’s Trey Rowland, provides insight into his role with FSU, scouting methodology, putting on a large-scale recruiting event, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State's first six days of preseason practice have us cautiously optimistic about the direction of the program. Nee and Sonnone get into our observations and takeaways from each position group now that we've seen some padded practices. Plus we catch you up on the past week in recruiting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is five days into preseason camp, giving us a sample size to explore some trends. What’s standing out about camp? What are perceived strengths and weaknesses?  The fellas at X’s and Noles (Kevin Little and Coach Adam Brown) merge with OTB’s Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone to go over camp observations while exploring what some of these developments could mean for the long-term direction of the program.  Plus Nee, Kev, and Coach AB break down a pair of cornerback commitments from the last couple days, evaluating transfer Malik Feaster and 2023 prospect Jabril Rawls. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas at X's and Noles share their observations from watching clips from FSU's first preseason practice...and they like what they see, including some beef being added up front. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Preseason camp is already underway in Tallahassee as Florida State started its 2022 campaign on Wednesday evening. Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone go over what we took away from Day 1 of preseason camp in a quick episode of OTB. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State’s close to this past cycle’s Early Signing Period was a wake-up call to those on the periphery of the program. Getting organized and adaptable to an ever-changing landscape in the NIL Era was going to be key. One of the FSU fans who emerged to help the program get back on track is Matthew, the CEO of Rising Spear (the NIL collective that helps create opportunities for FSU athletes). Quigley sits down with Trey Rowland as the On The Bench 1-on-1 Series continues. The interview spans the do's and don'ts of running a collective, the growth of Rising Spear in a short period, and plans for future growth. Perhaps the biggest takeaway from the interview is the reality that Quigley is as passionate about FSU as many of you listening to this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football season is nearly among us. Florida State is looking to make a splash with a major recruiting event this week as it also starts preseason camp. But first, Chris Nee breaks down the unwinnable position of Jim Phillips at the ACC Kickoff – including a “bloodbath” at the Q&A session. Then Zach Blostein leads us with recruiting coverage as the Seminoles hope to bring blue-chippers like Hykeem Williams and Blake Nichelson to campus this week. And finally Brendan Sonnone runs point as we do a preseason position preview, giving out Confidence Ratings to each group. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first episode of the X's and Noles Podcast features the fellas at the Triple Option critiquing Brendan's 40 Most Important Players list. Then they get into the significance of a few weight gains from FSU's roster update. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Noles247’s On The Bench podcast continues its 1-on-1 interview series with Trey Rowland as the interviewer extraordinaire sits down with ESPN’s David Hale to add a dose of reality and context to realignment talk. Just how likely is it that the Seminoles land in the SEC or the Big Ten? And, if that happens, when is a reasonable timeline? You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Parson, FSU's long-time quarterback pledge, decommitted from the Seminoles. The four-star's decision felt like an inevitability since FSU expanded its quarterback board in late May. On The Bench weighs why Parson ultimately decommitted, why this was expected, and what it means with for FSU and Brock Glenn. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Pate, the host of 247Sports’ The Late Kick, is as informed and thoughtful of national host as you’ll find covering college football. He’s also a huge wrestling fan.  Combining the two, Trey Rowland sits down with Pate to start our On The Bench’s 1-on-1 Series. Pate details his thoughts on FSU within the college football landscape, why he’s still optimistic about a turnaround under Mike Norvell, and why the scariest scene in college football could be an FSU glove popping out of the dirt like Undertaker in a buried alive match. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State fended off Florida, USC, and Tennessee to land four-star offensive tackle prospect Lucas Simmons. The Top 150 recruit nationally is still a work in progress, but he's a rarity: A true tackle prospect with prototypical length, size and athleticism. On The Bench breaks down the recruiting process for Simmons, analyzes his game, and goes over how the Seminoles managed to beat out some teams with a ton of recruiting traction for the coveted lineman. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Desmond Ricks, one of the country's top recruits in 2024, says he no longer has contact with Florida State’s coaching staff.  It’s a damning statement, one Ricks hasn’t backed down from. Meanwhile, FSU sources indicate that communication wasn’t totally cut off. This development is just part of the story. Other recruits have weighed in on Ricks’ comments to imply they also similarly lost communication with FSU, and there’s a trend of some recruitments going in odd directions abruptly.  We try to make the most of the situation with the information we have in this episode of On The Bench. The Ricks debacle serves as a jumping-off point for other trends regarding strange twists and turns with various positions on FSU’s recruiting board. Plus we preview the upcoming decision of OT Lucas Simmons, realignment insight, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We take a serious, no-nonsense approach of putting the Keldric Faulk commitment into context. How did the Seminoles land the four-star defensive end and what are the best aspects of his game? And with Faulk wrapped up, we turn our attention to Lucas Simmons. Can the Seminoles beat out Florida, USC, and Tennessee for the blue-chip, prototypical left tackle? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Jordan Travis a Top 25 QB nationally? The fellas at X's and Noles debate this topic, with the honorable Judge Trey presiding over the case. Kev takes the point of Travis being a talented and underrated QB without much help around him, while Coach AB voices concerns about availability and Travis taking too much time to deliver the ball. Who makes the better case? Judge Trey decides in Noles247 Court. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keldric Faulk was down to four schools, including Florida State. But his decision was kept well under wraps, with his mom not even knowing what the four-star defensive end was going to do a day before his announcement. On The Benchers Brendan Sonnone and Dane Draper drove to Highland Home, an unincorporated community in rural Alabama, with the hopes of covering an FSU commitment. Would that gamble pay off? Yes, you already know that Faulk picked FSU over Auburn, Florida, and Clemson. But the end of the journey isn't the focus of this episode. Rather, it's the journey and the exploration of the unknown. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baw gawd, that’s Trey Rowland’s theme music!!! The Noles247 staff got stronger today as we formally announce the addition of Trey Rowland. Florida State fans will know Trey from his work on the Rowlcast – his podcast in which he combined a unique blend of insight/passion/hijinx to go along with natural interview skills to create one of the most recognizable shows in the FSU market – as well as the Triple Option, the X’s and O’s breakdown show with Noles247’s Kevin Little and Adam Brown. Trey is bringing his energy and skill set as a host to help build the On The Bench podcast, assist with video projects along with Kev and AB, and to build more content as Noles247 expands its footprint. Join us in welcoming Trey to the team! You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of On The Bench, we get a chance to have some fun in breaking down Florida State’s addition of offensive lineman Roderick Kearney. What Kearney’s commitment means for the Seminoles, the improvements of the line under Alex Atkins, intel from the weekend of official visits, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU's passing game hasn't worked out well in two years under Mike Norvell, a bit of a surprise given the offenses he produced at Memphis. Why haven't things taken off in two seasons at FSU and is this the season the 'Noles get back on track through the air? The fellas at X's and Noles break down the passing game in-depth in this episode. But first, a quick preview of the Official Visit weekend at FSU and what the addition of Jazston Turnetine means for the OL. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Culhane goes back to an interview with Gene Deckerhoff that he conducted 10 years ago at a radio station in Nebraska. Deckerhoff’s stories about Florida State coach Bobby Bowden still stick with Culhane, reminding him that the FSU platform provides the chance to impact people at a rare level. “I always knew that I wanted the opportunity to be a play-by-play announcer at a place where it mattered, where people cared, and the games and the stories, and the players and the coaches, where it was all instilled and injected into your DNA,” Culhane told Noles247’s On The Bench. “There aren’t many places where you can say that. Florida State is one of those.” Culhane sits down with OTB to recall that conversation with Deckerhoff, what it’ll be like following a broadcasting legend, his process of landing the FSU job, his broadcasting style, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State enters an important stretch of June with recruiting as the 2022 roster is nearly complete, one official visit wrapped up, and a few more are on the docket. On The Bench provides the latest happenings with FSU recruiting in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State fended off Arkansas and Virginia Tech to land a late addition to the 2022 class in DT Ayobami Tifase. On The Bench breaks out an emergency pod to go over the big-time get. Chris Nee describes Tifase as a monstrous prospect in the trenches, Zach Blostein recaps the whirlwind of a recruitment, and Brendan Sonnone shamelessly stumps for a walk-on to be added to the 2022 class retroactively. Plus we get into some additional trench notes in this episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State had an eventful weekend on the recruiting trail, hosting six official visitors while also getting a pair of under-the-radar commitments. On The Bench recaps the weekend and provides the latest intel, with Dane Draper making his OTB debut. Plus, an update on iOL recruit Antavious Woody. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Martin Jr. is out as Florida State's baseball coach after an underwhelming and brief era as the program's head coach. The long-time assistant and son of legendary FSU coach Mike Martin Sr. was fired on Friday after three seasons guiding the program. Brett Nevitt and Ariya Massoudi from Sunday Golds are back on On The Bench to deliver an instant reaction to the news. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State’s baseball season ended this weekend in embarrassing fashion, with the Seminoles dropping two games in a row – with a 21-7 loss to Auburn and then a one-run effort against UCLA – to finish the year in the Regional Round of the College World Series. It was a fitting end for an underwhelming campaign. To recap what went wrong in Auburn, and during the season, On The Bench is getting some help from our very own Brett Nevitt as well as friend Ariya Massoudi. The Sunday Golds duo were kind enough to share their season-recap episode in the OTB podcast feed for our listeners. You can subscribe to Sunday Golds on iTunes and Spotify. Brett and Ariya do a great job on this podcast, please support them with subscriptions and five-star reviews! You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our new YouTube channel. Last, but not least, please give the X’s and Noles YouTube channel a follow as well for the most in-depth analysis of FSU football anywhere around. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest with Florida State’s quarterback recruiting includes a visit being set up for a top priority and commitment Chris Parson visiting elsewhere. Noles247’s On The Bench – battling technical difficulties, developing news, and way-too-early summer-camp fatigue – pushes through to provide intel and insight into the world of FSU recruiting in this episode. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our new YouTube channel. Last, but not least, please give the X’s and Noles YouTube channel a follow as well for the most in-depth analysis of FSU football anywhere around. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest on QB Chris Parson. Some impressive standouts. And an overall look at the positions that were loaded and the ones that were lacking. Here are the quick takeaways from Florida State’s Elite Camp from Chris Nee, Zach Blostein, Brendan Sonnone…and special guest, Bud Elliott. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State defensive coordinator Adam Fuller joins On The Bench for a check-in on a few different topics.  The aspect of this defense growing in confidence, pass-rush strategy, the importance of DB versatility at the nickel position, and his analysis of a few key defenders.  It’s an insightful, informative interview. Check it out! You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our new YouTube channel. Last, but not least, please give the X’s and Noles YouTube channel a follow as well for the most in-depth analysis of FSU football anywhere around. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Noles247 is getting bigger. We’re bringing on Kevin Little and Adam Brown from the X’s and Noles YouTube channel – you’ll know them from The Triple Option show, as well as their work at Tomahawk Nation – to add extra insight into Florida State football through videos, stories, and podcasts. Their announcement was aired on Tuesday evening via their YouTube channel, with Chris Nee and Zach Blostein joining the duo to do a film breakdown of FSU’s recent QB offers as well as a quick preview of the Elite Camp coming up on Saturday.  We put that episode in podcast form so On The Bench subscribers can get a feel for the content they can get from Kev and AB. Enjoy! You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our new YouTube channel. Last, but not least, please give the X’s and Noles YouTube channel a follow as well for the most in-depth analysis of FSU football anywhere around. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The long summer is nearly here. Florida State begins its busy month of June with an Elite Camp this weekend, followed by the Mega Camp, and then a slew of other camps for the rest of the month. Noles247 gives a quick preview on what’s coming up in June while also providing some intel on OL Antavious Woody, OL recruiting in general, and the QB situation in this episode of On The Bench. Plus we tease some upcoming news at Noles247. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State offered two quarterbacks this week, Brock Glenn and Rickie Collins.  On The Bench delivers the scoop on why FSU decided to expand its quarterback board and what the recruiting pitch is for both signal callers as the Seminoles are locked in on taking two signal callers in the 2023 cycle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State landed a much-needed veteran offensive lineman, adding Charlotte transfer D’Mitri Emmanuel to the mix. Emmanuel is set to enroll at FSU and get going for his final season of college football. What exactly are the Seminoles getting in Emmanuel, and are they done with offensive linemen ahead of the 2022 campaign? On The Bench goes in-depth on the Emmanuel commitment, OL recruiting, and more in this episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rising Spear, the collective dedicated to creating NIL opportunities for Florida State athletes, saw substantial growth in the last month. The collective is up to about 1,300 donors after launching its revamped website in April, and the group has ambitious goals set for future growth ahead of the 2022 campaign. Rising Spear CEO Matthew Quigley joins On The Bench to provide an update on the collective’s progress and its future plans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Blostein, after a dizzying travelday, returns from the Elite 11 regional in Nashville. He joins Brendan Sonnone on Noles247’s On The Bench podcast to go over the performance from Florida State QB commit Chris Parson as well as other standouts from the outing. The two then delve into the brief Tim Brewster reunion buzz and clarity in the transfer market. Zach then learns tips for not-so-subtly motivating Nee. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State expanded its offensive-line board via the transfer portal this past week. Charlotte’s D'Mitri Emmanuel entered the portal and is expected to be a priority, while South Carolina’s Jazston Turnetine picked up an FSU offer. On The Bench goes over the transfer market along the offensive line and how we’re viewing these two targets. Plus OTB gets into the brief recruiting of JUCO corner Jordan Wright, the latest on priority Top247 target Lucas Simmons, and tries to make sense of the board at wide receiver. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s officially May, which means we’re entering the belly of the beast: The offseason. This episode of On The Bench gets you into offseason mode as we break down the May 1 transfer deadline and whether FSU might have more players enter the Transfer Portal this week. Plus we provide an update on Destyn Hill, go over FSU’s roster composition after the NFL Draft, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Draft prospect & Florida State DE Jermaine Johnson joins 247Sports' Chris Hummer to discuss his path to the draft, his time in college, and some teams that could be eyeing him in the first round! Host: Chris Hummer Guest: Jermaine Johnson Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here!   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we have a special mailbag edition of Noles247. Members of Noles247 submitted their questions on the Unconquered message board and the experts are here to answer them all!! This week we discuss FSU's current roster, NIL, recruiting, plus a special announcement at the end of the show. FSU has completed spring practice and the coaches are back out on the road recruiting. Today is a great day to catch up on all the action taking place in Tallahassee. Tune in for another episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Amarius Mims saga has come to an end. In a surprising twist, Mims has decided to return to Georgia. The guys at Noles247 are here to explain exactly what happened and how Mims ended up back at UGA. We also break down FSU's future portal needs, available scholarships and much more. Tune in for another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former 5-star and Georgia offensive tackle transfer Amarius Mims is currently on campus at Florida State for an official visit. The guys from Noles247 are all here to fill you in on what FSU's chances are at landing the 6-foot-7, 330-pound transfer target. Mims began his visit on Wednesday and is still on campus as we tape this on Friday morning. Get caught up on all the recent developments and find out what is up next for Mims as he closes in on a final decision. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a ton to cover this week On The Bench!! The Florida State spring game was on Saturday and the guys have a full breakdown of who stood out and what their remaining roster concerns are. FSU is in hot pursuit of UGA OT transfer Amarius Mims. We have the latest on who the front runners are to land his transfer. Also updates on baseball, softball and more!!  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State will hold their annual spring game on Saturday in Tallahassee. Today on the podcast, the guys from Noles247 preview the weekend from a recruiting perspective. Dozens of recruits will be on campus this weekend and there's a chance we could see a commitment or two! On today's show we preview who the top targets are that will be on campus and give a general overview of FSU recruiting at this point of the cycle. Tune in for another info-packed edition of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Triple Option – the Xs and Os YouTube show dedicated to breaking down Florida State football – was kind enough to have On The Bench host Brendan Sonnone on as a guest host for this week’s show. With normal The Triple Option host Trey Rowland on a sabbatical, Adam Brown (aka Coach AB, aka AB) and Kevin Little of Tomahawk Nation invited the Noles247 writer on for an episode. What ensued was more than an hour of spring practice analysis, transfer portal flow charts, hot takes, and a little film breakdown as well. Subscribe to X’s and Noles on Youtube to get an alert when the video of this episode is live. But for now, here’s the audio version on the OTB podcast feed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rising Spear – the organization dedicated to creating NIL opportunities for Florida State athletes – launched its revamped website earlier this week. The initial response has been positive from the FSU fan base. But given that NIL is still a new endeavor in the wild, wild west of college football, we understand that there are questions or areas of clarity that are still needed. With that in mind, Director at Rising Spear Matthew Quigley and Advisor with Rising Spear Rashida Gayle join Noles247’s On The Bench podcast to take listener questions. Quigley and Gayle answer questions, provide clarity, and explain the long-term goals/objectives for Rising Spear. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State went inside on Saturday for its second scrimmage of the spring as nearby lightning caused a late change of plans. The guys at Noles247 are here to break it all down. Find out which side of the ball dominated, who stood out and who struggled. The Seminoles were forced to go from Doak Campbell Stadium to the indoor practice facility, but Mike Norvell liked the way his team handled that quick shift. Tune into On The Bench for more info on FSU's second scrimmage of the spring. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a week for Florida State athletics. The program saw its women's soccer coach leave abruptly, announced a new coach for women's hoops, and added a commitment for men's hoops via the transfer portal. Plus there's a big crystal ball in the mix now for FSU, as well as spring practice moving along past the halfway point of camp. We go over all of it in the latest episode of On The Bench... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State held its first scrimmage of the spring on Saturday. After talking to some sources, the guys at Noles247 sat down to discuss FSU's scrimmage. Find out how it went, did the offense or defense come out on top? The guys also talk about which individual players stood out and how the depth chart is shaping up. Tune into another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring break is over, the players and coaches are back in Tallahassee. Recruits are also back on campus at Florida State. Today's episode of On The Bench will focus on the major recruiting developments over the past two months. The guys from Noles247 also give an update on Winston Wright's injury and the latest from baseball and softball. Get the latest recruiting intel straight from the experts. Tune in to another action packed episode of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week On The Bench is back with some big news for Florida State’s NIL efforts. Today, the company Warpath, powered by Dreamfield, is launching an NIL platform for FSU athletes. On today’s episode, Corey Staniscia and former FSU QB McKenzie Milton, join the show to tell us more about Warpath, how it will help FSU athletes and how fans can get on board and help out. FSU’s NIL efforts have been widely talked about this offseason and today’s news should have a major impact in this space. Tune into this week’s OTB for more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is four practices into the spring and will be on break for the next week, so it’s the perfect time to reflect on what we’ve seen so far. This episode of On The Bench is all about spring practice as we take inventory of what looks to be a gradually-increasing roster.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the Bench recaps a hectic weekend for Florida State athletics, including the start of spring football and a massive group of visitors. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our new YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Bench is back with a two-part episode this week. In the first half of the show Josh Newberg and Zach Blostein preview Florida State's big visit weekend. The guys go over who will be in town and the chances of the 'Noles picking up a commitment toward the 2023 class. In the second half of the show Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone wrap up their pre-spring preview. Last week they took a look at the offense and in this episode they break down the defense. Tune in to the latest action packed episode of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve got a jam-packed episode of On The Bench to get to today. First we recap Florida State’s open Tour of Duty as the winter conditioning program winds down. Then we sit down for an interview with FSU QB coach Tony Tokarz. It’s a really good convo as Tokarz opens up about his quick journey to the Power Five level and explains why he still sees so much upside in QB Jordan Travis. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The whole crew is back On The Bench today and we have a special Mailbag edition today. Questions were submitted from Noles247 members and the guys are here to answer them all. We cover all topics, from recruiting to depth chart to coaching and give our predictions on the upcoming season. With spring football right around the corner, this is a great chance to get caught up on all things Florida State. Listen to the latest episode of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Bench goes over the fast starts for softball and baseball as spring sports are off to the races. But first we begin previewing spring football practice, which begins in nearly a week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

KCamp was a favorite among Florida State Seminole fans due to his creative graphic designs for FSU recruits long before he was officially hired by the university. Over the past few years, he was able to live out a career dream by working for FSU football's creative department. After experiencing life under two different head coaches in Tallahassee -- Willie Taggart and Mike Norvell -- KCamp stepped away from his position within the program during the middle of the 2021 football season. Today, KCamp sits down with On The Bench to share his favorite memories from working at FSU, why he decided to part ways with the program, and where he thinks the football team is headed under coach Norvell. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are back for an all new On The Bench. Today the discussion begins around NIL rule changes. It looks like the NIL bill being passed through the Florida legislature is being slowed down. We have the latest on where things stand. The FSU staff is gearing up for a big visit weekend on March 5. Noles247 confirmed with several big name prospects that they’ll be in attendance. Find out who will be there and what it means for 2023 recruiting.  We end the show with a game of Buy or Sonnone!! Tune in for another action packed episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys from Noles247 are back On The Bench to review Florida State's 2022 signing class. We weigh in on the Antavious Woody situation and what played out on Wednesday. There's also been a couple off-field hires made, including FSU's first General Manager, we have all the details on what it means for the program. The hoops team has dropped three games in a row and baseball is getting started, we talk about it all on this week On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ACC released its 2022 schedule on Monday evening. Nee and Sonnone sit down to give their initial thoughts on how FSU's 2022 schedule lays out, and whether they like moving the UF game up to Black Friday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The whole team is On The Bench today to recap an exciting weekend at Florida State. Today we're talking recruiting, hoops, coaching contracts and more!! FSU hosted dozens of prospects this weekend from th 2023 and 2024 class. The 'Noles landed a commitment as well. The guys update the latest developments from around the state. Tune in to the latest action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are back On The Bench and today we're taking a closer look at Florida State's transfer portal haul. The Seminoles have brought in ten new transfers so far this offseason (they're not done) and we are here to rank each one from most impactful to least impactful.  FSU's winter conditioning drills are underway and spring football is right around the corner!! FSU's position battles will be heated this offseason. Tune in and find out who the guys at Noles247 think is the most impactful transfer of the offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was another busy recruiting weekend in Tallahassee. The Florida State coaching staff hosted over a dozen 2023 prospects on campus this weekend. The guys break it all down in today's episode of On The Bench. As the 'Noles wrap up the 2022 recruiting class, the 2023 class is just getting started. Get all the inside intel on FSU's recruiting efforts. The guys also give the latest transfer portal updates, the latest on FSU's expiring coaching contracts and some hoops talk. Tune into another action packed episode of OTB!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pro Football Network draft analyst Cam Mellor joins On The Bench to explain why he's bullish on FSU WR transfer addition Winston Wright. And speaking of bull(ish), Mellor relives some of his memories as an FSU student. Plus we break down FSU's other WR transfers, LB Tatum Bethune, and get into why Mellor is high on Jermaine Johnson in a very deep DE draft class. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State defeated No. 5 Duke, 79-78, in overtime on Tuesday evening at the Donald L. Tucker Center. RayQuan Evans, the king of clutch free throws, hit a pair with 12 seconds remaining to give FSU the lead. John Butler then swatted an attempt in the paint by Wendell Moore Jr. with two seconds remaining to secure the victory. Court rush, commence. Chris Nee and Josh Newberg of Noles247 break down the big win, what it means for FSU's tournament chances and what they must do to finish the season on a high note. Tune in for a special hoops-centric show! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State added a commitment from RB transfer Trey Benson. It's a higher-risk, high-reward take with some clear upside as well as downside. What did FSU see in Benson and how could this take potentially pay off? Zach Blostein and Brendan Sonnone break down the Benson commitment in this episode of On The Bench. Then we're joined by UCF insider Jason Beede from The Orlando Sentinel to ask him what FSU fans should expect out of LB transfer Tatum Bethune, as well as new linebackers coach Randy Shannon. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This weekend the Florida State coaching staff was busy hosting several top 2023 prospects on campus. The guys at Noles247 are here to break it all down. Find out who was on campus, how good they are and where we think they might end up. On this week's show the guys also give an update on the transfer portal and talk some FSU hoops. Tune in for another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very special episode this week. The guys from On The Bench have the pleasure of interviewing FSU's new offensive coordinator, Alex Atkins. During the episode, Atkins talks about his promotion to OC, how the players reacted, what his goals are and we dig in on the transfer portal to get his perspective on the ever changing college football landscape. Another action packed episode!! Tune in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State coaching staff has been relentless in their pursuit of impact players from the transfer portal. On Sunday night the Seminoles landed their ninth transfer of the offseason, this time it was WVU wide receiver Winston Wright. The crew from Noles247 breaks down FSU's latest commitment. They discuss how Wright will make an impact at FSU, how many more spots are available and what needs FSU still needs to fill. Tune in for another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big news!!! Albany defensive end transfer Jared Verse has announced his commitment to Florida State. The highly coveted pass rusher will enroll at FSU in the coming days. The crew from Noles247 is here to recap the big decision, explain what Verse brings to FSU's defense and why this was such an important addition for Mike Norvell and his staff. Tune in to this INSTANT REACTION podcast! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State athletic director Michael Alford is in his first week on the job after moving over from his role as the CEO of Seminole Boosters. Alford joins OTB to go over the transition and fields questions on NIL, fundraising for various facility upgrades, and football scheduling. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a bit of a holiday break the crew from Noles247 is back On The Bench. There’s been a lot of happenings since our last show, so let’s catch up on all the latest breaking news. We cover all the latest transfer and recruiting news as FSU’s spring semester is set to start in just two days. Find out who FSU has added over the past two weeks and who they’re still targeting. Another action packed episode of OTB!!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back On The Bench after a crazy Early Signing Day. The crew from Noles247 gives a thorough rundown and evaluation of each position. Get the latest updates on transfer news as well. The guys have scoop on wide receiver and offensive line transfer intel. Early Signing Day is over, but the class still has needs to be filled. Find out who FSU is pursuing and what other new names are on the board. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Signing Day is just about 48 hours away and things are starting to heat up. Rumors swirled on Sunday that FSU OC Kenny Dillingham could be taking a job at Oregon. There were also 6 officail visitors on FSU's campus this weekend. We're talking potential coaching change and all the latest recruiting scoop today On The Bench. There could be several twists and turns before Wednesday's Signing Day, tune in!!!! You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The offseason is underway for Florida State. The guys are On The Bench to talk about recent coaching change at FSU, the latest inside intel from the recruiting trail and new developments on FSU's seach for an AD. There's a lot to discuss as Early Signing Day is less than a week away!! Mike Norvell is making some final in-home visits today and FSU is hosting 6 official visitors this weekend. We got you covered on everything you need to know. Don't miss this action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another busy episode of On The Bench this week. There's a lot to cover, invcluding the latest developments surrounding Chris Marve and the linebacker job at FSU. The 'Noles also hosted two important official visitors over the weekend, we hit on that and the potential hire of a new athletic director. Get updates on all the latest recruiting developments as the Early Signing Day is just over a week away. FSU coaches are back out on the road this week seeing their key targets one last time. Don't miss this episode of OTB!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recruiting season is here and the guys at Noles247 have all the scoop! But before we get into the latest recruiting developments, Chris Nee explains the search for FSU's new athletic director. Members of Noles247 submitted dozens of recruiting questions and the guys have the answers!!! Find out about FSU's top targets in high school, JUCO and transfers. Don't miss the latest episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The game didn't go exactly how Florida State fans were expecting. The Seminoles lose to the Gators 24-21 to wrap up the 2021 football season. The guys are here On The Bench for the final Instant Reaction podcast of the year. We break down the game, what went right, what went wrong. We also speak about our thoughts on the overall season and where FSU goes from here. Another action packed episode of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are back On The Bench today recapping the Boston College win last week and FSU’s upcoming rivalry game against the Florida Gators. Find out what the guys think of FSU’s chances this weekend. We also get into some recruiting talk with updates on Mycah Pittman, Julian Armella, Wesley Bissainthe and more. Tune in for another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A special coaching change edition of On The Bench. We are joined by two heavy-hitters from The Athletic, Andy Staples and Manny Navarro. But first, we talk recruiting. Miami and Florida are both shaking up their coaching staff's and administration. Who will they hire and how will it impact Florida State? We dig into the coaching carousel this episode. Tune into another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State wins their second ACC game in a row as they go to Boston and beat the Eagles 26-23. The Seminoles (5-6, 4-4 ACC) surged out to a 26-3 lead early in the third quarter, but needed an Akeem Dent interception in the final two minutes to seal the victory against the Eagles (6-5, 2-5 ACC). Josh Newberg and Brendan Sonnnone are here for this week's instant reaction show. After FSU got off to a hot start, the offense bogged down and BC got back into the game. The guys break down what went right and what went wrong for the 'Noles on Saturday. Tune in to another action paked edition of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a fun, easy-going episode of On The Bench as Florida State is shipping up to Boston in hopes of pulling off the win as a road underdog against Boston College.  Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone get into the matchup and make in-show predictions, but first, Nee and Josh Newberg provide updates on some intriguing recruiting developments. Also, a mini-mailbag as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We brought out the big dogs of 247Sports recruiting to talk about the latest developments on the recruiting trail for the Florida State Seminoles. There's a lot of buzz surrounding FSU as they come off a big weekend where they hosted several top targets for official visits. Today we go in-depth on the recruitments of Marvin Jones Jr., Wesley Bissainthe, Earl Little Jr., Tyre West and more!! The experts speak on some of FSU's top targets as the early signing day is less than a month away. Tune into a special edition of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Monday morning and the whole crew is back On The Bench to talk about FSU’s big 31-28 win over their rival Miami on Saturday.  Today we discuss what went right and what went wrong for the ‘Noles during that game. Who our standouts are and what this means for the rest of the season.  We also dive into recruiting. FSU hosted 9 official visitors and dozens of unofficial visits as well. Find out the latest on Marvin Jones Jr., Wesley Bissainthe, Jovantae Barnes and more!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State upset Miami, 31-28, at Doak S. Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Fla. on Saturday and the guys are On The Bench to break it all down in this Instant Reaction Show! The Seminoles ended a four-game losing streak to Miami in dramatic fashion on Saturday night. FSU (4-6, 3-4 ACC) shot out to a 17-0 lead early in the second quarter, but nearly gave the game back to Miami in the second half. It was a much needed win for Mike Norvell and his program. Tune into On The Bench for reaction to the game and the recruiting implications it could have. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CEO of Seminole Boosters, Michael Alford, joined On The Bench this week to go over a myriad of topics regarding projects and fundraising efforts for Florida State athletics. Among the updates from Alford: **New scoreboards for softball and soccer **The football-only facility (16:00) is in the Construction Design phase, which is a 10-12 month process. Mike Norvell will have major input on designs once the season is over. Populus (Architectural Design) actually has several employees in town right now discussing the vision of the facility, current locker room renovations (that will start after the season and be done by the start of spring practice). FSU has raised $54 million for the FoF project. **Thoughts on the long-term vision under Norvell To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hosts rival Miami on Saturday. Watching on will be dozens of priority recruits, including Travis Hunter and Marvin Jones Jr. On The Bench has the most comprehensive recruiting breakdown out there with Zach Blostein and Chris Nee dropping intel on the upcoming visits. Plus Nee and Brendan Sonnone preview the areas where FSU can find success vs. Miami, and areas of concern. Nee also gets to discuss his true love, FSU hoops, after a season-opening win over Penn. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our new YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys are back On The Bench today to recap what they saw on the re-watch of NC State/FSU and then we get into the mailbag. All questions are submitted the day before by Noles247 members. Today we cover topics ranging from the football team, to coaching and lots of recruiting. Tune in to another episode of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State lost 28-14 to NC State on Saturday afternoon at Doak S. Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Fla. The guys from Noles247 are here to break it all down in this instant reaction podcast. FSU came out flat and fell behind early. But an onside kick sparked something in the offense and FSU was able to make a game of it before NC State pulled away at the end. Tune in to hear what went right, what went wrong against NC State and the guys' take on any possible recruiting fallout from FSU's most recent loss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest episode of On The Bench gets into the departure of Chubba Purdy and what that means fo the future of the quarterback room. Plus we discussing some recent recruiting developments and preview Florida State's contest against NC State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a different OTB. Today we are joined by in-state rivals writers Thomas Goldkamp (Swamp247) and David Lake (InsideTheU) to talk about the Big3 and the state of each program. Dan Mullen, Manny Diaz and Mike Norvell have all had ups-and-downs this season. We discuss where each head coach stands amongst their fanbase and administration. Could there be coaching changes on the horizon? Tune into a special rivals edition of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back On The Bench for one last recap of the Clemson game, one that FSU let slip out of their grasp on the road. We break it down after re-watching and hit on a few keys that we saw that could have swayed the game in the 'Noles favor. There's also a recruiting update on Marvin Jones Jr. and a couple FSU commitments that made visits elsewhere this week. Tune into another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State had their chances against Clemson on Saturday. But they couldn’t convert on a few key plays and also had several calls go against them down the stretch. The guys from Noles247 are here to break it all down in the aftermath of FSU’s 20-30 loss against Clemson.  FSU had themselves in position to pull off the upset after a strip-sack of Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei and fumble recovery for a touchdown by defensive end Jermaine Johnson with 7:39 remaining in the fourth quarter was the lone score of the second half for the Seminoles. FSU led 20-17 at that point. The Tigers got a 21-yard touchdown run by running back Will Shipley with 2:53 remaining to re-take the lead, 24-20, after Thomas' defensive score. The ‘Noles had the ball with a few seconds on the clock, fumbling and allowing the Tigers to add 6 points. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys are back On The Bench this week previewing this week's ACC rivalry game against Clemson. Can FSU win it?? Our guys think it's possible. It wouldn't be an OTB episode without some recruiting talk. We discuss what a win/loss over Clemson could mean for recruiting. The guys give their final predictions for this weekend's game as well! Tune in!!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a blowout win over UMass, the guys are back On The Bench to talk about FSU's performance, what it means and which young guys stood out. The 'Noles also have an important game against Clemson coming up this weekend. We get into a little look ahead to that game. The pod wraps up with a bunch of recruiting talk covering the visitors on campus last weekend and Travis Hunter's shopping trip. Tune into another action packed edition of OTB!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crew from Noles247 is back with an Instant Reaction podcast to Florida State’s 59-3 win over UMass. The Seminoles extend their win streak to three games. We discuss FSU’s offensive improvements coming out of the bye week. The defense started the game in a hole, but was nearly perfect today, only giving up three points.  Enjoy the win FSU fans and hopefully you enjoy the podcast as well!!  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hits the bye week with a two-game win streak. The guys at Noles247 are here to talk a ton of recruiting and give their honest assessments of the FSU program mid-way through the season. 5-Star recruit Travis Hunter was at UGA again this weekend. Does the concern level rise? We also talk about the recruiting impact from the firing of Ed Orgeron at LSU.  We reflect on the first half of the season, who surprised, who didn't live up to the hype and we discuss FSU's realistic outlook for the rest of the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State Seminoles are on a two game win streak after taking down North Carolina over the weekend. We're On The Bench to break down what went right and what went wrong on Saturday in Chapel Hill. This week we update what's going on with the recruitments of Travion Williams and Travis Hunter, two key commitments towards FSU's 2022 clas. We also update the listeners on Nyjalik Kelly and Wesley Bissainthe. Tune into another action packed podcast with the crew from Noles247! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State goes on the road and takes down UNC, 35-25 to push their win steak to two games. The guys at Noles247 are here for an On The Bench instant reaction podcast. The Seminoles defense held Sam Howell in check, while FSU's offense was lead by quarterback Jordan Travis' five touchdown performance. FSU upsets UNC for the second straight year. The 'Noles head into the bye week playing their best football of the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FSU enters Saturday’s contest at North Carolina as a substantial underdog. But the Tar Heels have proven to be vulnerable through five games, going 5-2, while FSU is coming off its first win of the season. How do the Seminoles match up against Sam Howell and Co., and is there a path to an upset? Nee and Sonnone preview the contest in the latest episode of OTB. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back On The Bench discussing what went right and wrong for Florida State after re-watching the Syracuse game. FSU gets their first win of the season, but there's still work to be done on both sides of the ball. We also get into recruiting. 5-Star Travis Hunter was in Athens, while FSU DE commit Trevion Williams was at LSU. What does it mean for FSU's 2022 recruiting class? We'll explain. Tune in for another action-packed edition of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State Seminoles won their first game of the 2021 season and we're here to celebrate! The guys at Noles247 review FSU's 33-30 win over Syracuse and break down what went right. The 'Noles got a much needed victory and will now head to Chapel Hill to face off against UNC next weekend. But before we look ahead to that game, let's enjoy this victory! Tune into another action packed edition of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the newest episdoe of On The Bench, we preview FSU's upcoming matchup against Syracuse. We also cover some of the big questions people from Noles247 have been asking this week and we talk a little recruiting as well. Tune in to On The Bench for the latest inside intel into the FSU football program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys from Noles247 are back On The Bench. After a few days to digest Florida State’s loss to Louisville, we review what went wrong, what personnel changes need to be made and what the next step is for this program. We’re here, bringing hope and optimism on this lovely Monday morning. Listen to the latest OTB for all the inside scoop on how this team is working to turn things around. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State fell to 0-4 on the season, and 0-2 against Atlantic Coast Conference opponents, with a 31-23 loss to Louisville on Saturday. The guys are On The Bench with an instant reaction podcast. We break down the play calling, FSU's missed opportunities and the potential of a coaching change. Let us help you get through FSU's miserable start to the 2021 football season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is searching for its first win of the season. It’s also still looking for an identity on offense. On The Bench breaks down the Seminoles’ upcoming opponent -- Louisville -- and the issues that have plagued FSU’s offense the last two weeks. What can be fixed? What can FSU do well? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back with another informative episode of On The Bench. Today the guys untanlge the mess that was left over from FSU's loss to Wake Forest over the weekend. The guys break down the QB position, personnel usage and self-inflicted mistakes. We also discuss the potential of any coaching changes. A lot to cover as FSU prepares to face Louisville this weekend at home. Don't miss On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is looking to avoid its first 0-3 starts since 1976 as it enters ACC play this weekend against Wake Forest. Nee and Sonnone preview Saturday’s important game while going over takeaways from the week. Plus a little Buy or Sonnone. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State’s shocking loss to Jacksonville State fans has left ‘Note fans with more questions than answers. We’re back On The Bench today to help make sense of things and prepare fans for this weekend’s matchup against Wake Forest. We take a look back at a few questionable calls from Saturday, go over the recruiting impact from FSU’s loss and discuss the departure of offensive lineman Dontae Lucas. Another action packed edition of On The Bench!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State lost 20-17 to Jacksonville State on Saturday evening at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. The Seminoles lost on a 59-yard touchdown pass from JSU quarterback Zerrick Cooper to Damond Philyaw-Johnson as time expired.  The loss shocked everyone watching, now it's time for the guys On The Bench to make sense of it all....if that's even possible. You can subscribe to On The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We put the finishing touches on review FSU’s encouraging showing against Notre Dame to start the season, revisiting some key play-calling decisions and the way quarterbacks Jordan Travis and McKenzie Milton were utilized during the game. Where does FSU go at QB from here? Plus we do a quick preview on FSU vs. Jacksonville State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State went toe-to-toe against the No. 9 team in the country Notre Dame, eventually losing on a game-winning field goal in overtime. The guys on Noles247 are On The Bench to break it all down. We discuss the recruiting implications to this game and deep dive into the decision to start Jordan Travis over McKenzie Milton. You don't want to miss this Instant Reaction podcast! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State hosts N0. 9 Notre Dame on Sunday evening. What should you expect from the Seminoles? Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone sit down to share their final thoughts from preseason camp and how that will translate over to the season opener against Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish have the edge on paper, but we look at a few ways in which the ‘Noles can find an advantage. Predictions, matchups to watch and much more are coming up in this episode of OTB To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There will be a ton of talented recruits on campus at Florida State this weekend. The 'Noles take on Notre Dame to open the season and the FSU staff has some of the top prosepcts in America coming to the game. Josh Newberg and Zach Blostein of Noles247 break down the official and unofficail visitors that will be in Tallahassee this weekend for the home opener. Could FSU come out of this game with a few new commitments? It's possible. Zach and Josh give you the latest scoop on this edition of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we take questions from the members of Noles247 in our Monday Mailbag! This special edition podcast covers all the angles as we enter game week between FSU and Notre Dame. FSU's 2021 season is about to kickoff and today we answer all your questions on who's winning key position battles, how FSU matches up this season and our overall predictions on the season. Tune in for another action packed On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a special episode of On The Bench. It's Chris vs. Brendan in our second annual Noles247 FSU Team 2021 Draft. Last year Chris destroyed Brendan, but this year Brendan is back to avenge his poor draft from last year. We also cover some news, there have been two players that have left the team during the last month. Plus we give our thoughts on the 'alliance' between the P12/B10/ACC. Tune in for another action packed edition of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State football team scrimmaged on Sunday and even though the practice was closed to the media, the guys at Noles247 have all the scoop!! Tune in to our newest podcast to hear about who stood out, who struggled and who's winning key position battles as we pass the halfway point of preseason practice. Also, get the latest recuriting update on Travis Hunter and other FSU commitments that were in actoin over the weekend. Another action-packed show heading your way!! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today was Florida State's 14th practice of the preseason. Mike Norvell and his staff are getting the team ready for the 2021 season. As we pass the midway point of fall camp, the guys at Noles247 talk about some of the most heated position battlest, where the strength of the team lies and we update the latest on the recruiting front. The Seminoles will hold their second scrimmage of the preseason on Sunday. We give a preview of what we're looking to learn from the 'Noles second scrimmage. Tune in to another info-packed edition of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State completed their tenth practice of the preseason on Wednesday. The Seminoles have several key position battles taking place and today we're here to discuss them. Tune in to the latest episode of On The Bench for the latest on the rumors coming out of FSU's fall camp, insider intel from the first scrimmage, and a few recruiting updates. Another action packed episode! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State is heading home to Tallahassee after two days of preseason camp in Jacksonville, Fla. Mike Norvell had his team in full pads today for the first time during the preseason. We break down all the action with Chris Nee of Noles247 as he walks off the practice field on Friday. Chris fills us in on the latest position battles and what is up with McKenzie Milton sitting out today. Cause for concern? Tune into the latest episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State football team got a day off on Tuesday, but they were back on the practice field today. Mike Norvell and his staff had the teams in shells for the final time before the pads go on. Noles247 was out at practice and breaks down the dominating performance by the defense. We also catch everyone up on the latest injuries. Another action packed episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today was Florida State's third practice of the preseason and the guys from Noles247 were there to watch. We get updates from the field, along with who stood out today and the latest injury news. We give the latest on the QB battle between Jordan Travis and newcomer McKenzie Milton. Find out where things stand after three practices. Tune in to the latest edition of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Florida State football team took to the field today, just hours after the passing of legendary head football coach Bobby Bowden. On today's podcast we'll talk about coach Bowden, what he meant to FSU, college football and the many lives he impacted. We'll also get into all the inside intel from FSU fall camp. We're two days in and there's a lot to discuss on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball. Tune in for another episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State gets fall camp going on Saturday, setting the stage for Year 2 -- and coming off the first normal offseason -- of the Norvell Era. The Seminoles capitalized on in-person visits opening back up, stringing together enough commitments from big-time recruits to enter camp with a Top 10 class. To keep that momentum going, however, FSU will have to produce on the field against one of the toughest schedules in the country. Bud Elliott, a 247Sports national analyst and the co-host of the Nolecast, joins Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone on this episode of On The Bench to explain why a 6-win season is crucial for FSU...and how the Seminoles can go about doubling their win total from a year ago. Plus we get into some of the (now shot-down) conference expansion rumors and FSU’s response . To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State stays hot on the recruiting trail, landing four-star OL Jaylen Early out of Duncanville, Texas. We break down what the commitment means and what's next at offensive line for FSU in 2022. This week we also host a panel of guests to wrap up the summer recruiting season. Chris Nee starts it off, then we're joined by 247Sports National Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong, CEO of Elite Scouting Services Charles Fishbein and InsideTheU publisher David Lake. Get ready for another fun and informative episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been another busy weekend of recruiting as Florida State landed two trench commitments and they wrapped up their final camp of the summer. Seminole Showcase was a success. The Seminoles hosted about 30-40 of their top targets from the 2022, 2023 and 2024 classes. We break down all the action, we'll tell you what these commitments mean for FSU's recruiting class and what's next. Sonnone and Newberg also talk a little conference realignment and their thoughts on all the rumors. Tune in to the latest episode of On The Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices