On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

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...

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...

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 recov...

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!!!

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...

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!! 

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 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 Wes...

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 b...

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.

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. Tun...

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...

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.

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.

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.

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?

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!!

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.

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 Lu...

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  Appl...

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.

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!

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 w...

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...

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 packe...