Getting to know FSU

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Florida State redshirt junior quarterback Jordan Travis is set to enter his fifth collegiate season and fourth with the Seminoles in 2022. Last season, in 10 games, Travis completed 62.9% of his passes for 1,539 yards with 15 touchdowns and six interceptions. He also rushed for 530 yards and seven touchdowns. During a press conference following Tuesday’s practice, Travis was asked how he has grown as a passer.

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A little like yesterday, the defense either honed in quickly to the ball or was already there when it crossed the line of scrimmage either through the air or in a running back’s hands. The defensive line pretty much came in waves and caused a lot of problems for the quarterbacks trying to get the ball out. That, paired with extremely tight coverage by the linebackers and defensive backs, made it hard for the offense to move the ball through.

Lineman Dennis Briggs was able to record a sack on quarterback Jordan Travis. Defensive linemen Ayobami Tifase and linebacker Amari Gainer also had sacks and I’ve noticed Joshua Farmer bullying guys around.

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More importantly, this team has depth in multiple positions and leadership from some key players. The large number of transfer players enrolling in the spring semester should pay dividends as those players assimilate expectations for coaches and the fan base.

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Pittman has been one of the most consistent options for Jordan Travis. He’s sure-handed, can beat man-to-man coverage, and doesn’t waste time getting upfield after the catch. He also has the potential to be a major upgrade at the punt return position.

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He does an excellent job of high-pointing the ball and should be an immediate threat in the red zone. He could also serve as a great decoy. I’d also expect him to be someone the quarterback could look to find when they need a third-down conversion.

Wilson does a good job of using his body to shield smaller defenders and usually catches the ball with his hands away from his body.

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One area the defense performed well was in the red zone. The Noles tied for No. 7 nationally with only 34 red zone trips allowed while only allowing a score 70.59 percent of the time, which was also No. 7 nationally.

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FSU tied for No. 49 nationally with 166 plays of 10+ yards allowed in 2021. They tied for No. 25 nationally with 49 plays of 20+ yards allowed and were No. 43 nationally with 23 plays of 30+ yards allowed.

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The running backs will be a strength with a physical style. FSU coaches had some young guys on the offensive line getting reps who had some focus issues with penalties. However, Alex Atkins also had guys playing at positions they hadn’t normally seen action to challenge them and build on the adversity from the week. I think they know the starting five or have an idea of who they’ll be with injuries aside.

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The wide receivers are much improved over last season. Johnny Wilson, Mycah Pittman, and Malik McClain all made plays. Deuce Spann had a big play, and I think the coaching staff has an idea of the strengths of each of these players. The key will be putting them into situations to capitalize on those strengths. Markeston Douglas may emerge into a contributor at tight end.

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Washington spent last season starting at both tackle spots, but also began learning all three interior line positions as well. This spring, before a knee injury, Washington was focusing more frequently on both guard and center. At center, snapping is obviously a key component of the game, and Washington wants to test himself in any way – mentally and physically – when he has the ball in his hand.

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“And, obviously, the d-line’s very tough to go against every single day. Probably the best d-line we’ll face all year long. A bunch of guys are just fast, strong. Fabian Lovett, you’ve got Coop (Robert Cooper), you’ve got Jared Verse.”

“I can keep going on. Those guys are very talented. It’s a blessing for us that we get to come here and play against these guys every day. I feel like a lot of these guys are going to play in the NFL one day. So, it’s great for us to be able to compete against them every single day,” Jordan Travis concluded.

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