On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

The countdown of Florida State’s 40 Most Important Players for the 2026 season has concluded. Diving into the yearly exercise is always worthwhile to get a better sense of the roster and how we perceive strengths and weaknesses. This list was highlighted by a crystalizing moment midway through sifting among the candidates as it felt like depth fell off a cliff. It was an interesting experience to...

This episode of On The Bench covers Florida State's recent run of commitments over the past few days. The episode also covered camps, official visits, and baseball/softball landing transfers from 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 appreciat...

This episode of On The Bench covers Jernard Albright's commitment, more recruiting news from this past weekend, and the current status of softball's Isa Torres. 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...

This episode of On The Bench covers the latest Florida State recruiting updates from the past weekend. The Seminoles had one commitment and one de-commitment. We also look ahead to June 5th official visits. The episode ends with thoughts on baseball's season ending. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, fiv...

Trey Rowland sits down with Zach Blostein to wish him a happy goodbye in Zach's final episode on On The Bench before he moves into his new role as the state of Florida's regional recruiting analyst. It's a bittersweet show as the two go over Zach's time at Noles247: From Newberg having to vouch to get an overly-eager Zach onto the staff to the Amarius Mims Stakeout and all the recruiting shenaniga...

Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee, Zach Blostein, and Kolby Crawford are On the Bench to discuss Florida State's latest recruiting updates before official visit season begins. 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...

The newest member of Noles247, Kolby Crawford, joins an OTB hosted by Trey Rowland to explain his journey to the bench.

This episode of On the Bench discusses the latest recruiting developments, news from the ACC's spring meetings, and baseball's comeback win over 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. W...

This episode of  On The Bench  discusses the following topics: - The pipeline to the NFL has never been worse for FSU while current peers are thriving. - Ashton Daniels' more accurate price tag? - FSU is struggling to buy goodwill on the recruiting trail entering OV season.  - Is it a toxic environment between football and the athletic department?

This episode of On The Bench recaps Florida State's final week of spring practice and discusses Mike Norvell's comments on the Seminoles' quarterback decision. The episode also dives into FSU's quarterback recruiting and basketball's recent portal addition. 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 re...

Florida State  held its final scrimmage and padded practice of spring camp on Saturday. Mike Norvell called it a 'good third scrimmage for us' after running over 125 plays. This episode of  On The Bench  recaps the Seminoles' offensive performance throughout the spring, the quarterback room, and how the depth chart currently projects. We also discuss offensive/QB recruiting. You can subscribe to O...

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'...

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 &am...

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 Ap...

Follow Inside College Basketball Now on  Apple  or  Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket.

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...

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  Spotif...

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...

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 li...

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...

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 Po...

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 appre...

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 Podcast...

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...

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...