On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

FSU secured its fifth commitment in about two weeks, adding a pledge from WR Malachi Wideman. The four-star receiver represents value at a position of need, which is encouraging news for a class that needs to keep adding talented skill players.

Quarterback Wyatt Rector suffered a major injury and rejection on the recruiting trail in the past two years. But through disappointment, Rector has remained resilient and is now ready to walk-on at FSU. Rector sits down with On The Bench to share his journey. 

Florida State's hot streak on the recruiting trail continued with a commitment from four-star linebacker Jayion McCluster. Noles247's On The Bench podcast takes a look at why McCluster was a good take for what could be a crowded linebacker room for the Seminoles. Where does McCluster project to play at the next level and why did he pick FSU?  Plus we go over FSU's need for skill players in this cl...

FSU added another defensive back to its 2020 recruiting class in three-star corner Derek Bermudez. We take a look at how Bermudez fits in FSU's class and go over what we learned on the recruiting trail this week, plus we put a wide receiver on Commit Watch in the latest episode of Noles247's On The Bench. 

FSU had two players selected in the 2019 NFL Draft, marking just the fourth time since 2000 that the Seminoles had two players or fewer drafted. The pre-draft process, and the actual draft, proved to be an eye-opening experience as it shined a light on a series of underdeveloped classes from the previous regime. Noles247's On The Bench podcast explores the misses and how this unsettling trend culm...

Florida State's recruiting class got a boost with the addition of two commitments this weekend: DE Josh Griffis and DB Jalen Harrell. The Noles247 Podcast goes in-depth on the potential impact of both commits before giving you an idea of FSU's updated recruiting board at each position. Plus we delve into the significance of an email regarding season tickets, Randy Clements' contract details and a...

Spring football is wrapped up, meaning Florida State has entered the long portion of the offseason. With that begins an attempt to generate some positive buzz with Willie Taggart beginning the booster tour and FSU hitting the recruiting trail. We delve into these offseason topics on the latest episode of the Noles247 Podcast while also giving you some updates regarding incoming transfers (or prosp...

FSU's recruiting efforts did not necessarily result in a commitment this past weekend, but the Seminoles did make headway in position themselves as potential frontrunners for a handful of high-priority recruits. Noles247's Josh Newberg and Zach Blostein share their intel from spending Junior Day on The Bench.

Spring football is a wrap for Florida State. The Noles247 Podcast recaps what we learned from FSU's spring game, as well as what we've heard about the program since the start of spring practice in our latest episode.

FSU's 2019 Spring Game features a first look at Kendal Briles' offense and some highly-touted freshmen. The Noles247 Podcast takes a look at the most intriguing storylines from the spring game before giving you a preview of the recruits who are scheduled to be on campus this weekend.

FSU's season ended in the Sweet 16, but this team will go down as one of the most likable groups in program history. Chris Nee recaps a memorable basketball season in Tallahassee in the latest episode of the Noles247 Podcast. Plus we're thrilled for an FSU home-and-home vs. Georgia, and we're joined by Josh Newberg to breakdown FSU targets at the Adidas 7v7 tournament. 

FSU basketball finds itself in the Sweet 16 for a second year in a row. Chris Nee details FSU's run thus far in the NCAA Tournament and previews an upcoming matchup against No. 1 Gonzaga. He's joined by Brendan Sonnone to recap the first half of spring practice as well.

Florida Stated hosted several big-time recruits this weekend, including some coveted offensive linemen. The weekend culminated in the addition of OL Zane Herring in the 2020 recruiting class. Josh Newberg recaps his weekend covering the recruiting happenings in the latest episode of the Noles247 Podcast.

Takeaways from FSU's Junior Day and a quick recap of storylines from spring football practice, plus how grad transfer Alex Hornibrook impacts the quarterback room.

FSU is set to host several high-priority recruits this weekend for Junior Day. We give you the latest intel on who's expected to visit this weekend.

FSU opened up spring practice with a business-like approach. The Noles247 Podcast gives an in-depth recap of the good and bad from Day 1.

Florida State quarterback commit Jeff Sims made a statement with his stellar performance at The Opening regional in Orlando this past weekend. Spring practice is just days away. A coach was hired and a quarterback was added. It was an active week in the world of FSU football, and the Noles247 Podcast has the latest news and analysis about the Seminoles. Chris Nee, Josh Newberg and Brendan Sonnone...

FSU hoops is on an eight-game winning streak in the ACC. How have the 'Noles turned things around after a rough start to conference play?

A lot has happened at FSU in the past week. The Seminoles dismissed offensive line coach Greg Frey. His likely replacement, Randy Clements is on campus but has not yet been announced as of early Tuesday afternoon. Offensive lineman Landon Dickerson entered and exited the transfer portal. And it looks like another transfer option at QB is off the board.

The 2019 recruiting cycle is now wrapped up for FSU following the disappointing news of S Nick Cross going to Maryland. What went wrong with Cross' recruitment, how does the 2019 class look without him, and where does FSU go from here?

FSU finished (mostly) its 2019 signing class on Wednesday, although Nick Cross still remains an unknown. The Noles247 Podcast goes over how FSU did in addressing its needs, the ominous absence of a quarterback for a second straight class, and a quick look ahead to 2020.

Official visits are done. Now comes the whirlwind of rumors that comes every year in the days leading up to National Signing Day. The Noles247 podcast sifts through Florida State’s last weekend of official visits, addresses the latest on what we’re hearing about some of FSU’s key recruits and goes over the dismissal of QB Deondre Francois.

Florida State is trying to put the finishing touches on its 2019 recruiting class this weekend. The Seminoles are currently scheduled to host four official visitors -- QB John Rhys Plumlee, CB Jay Ward, DB Travis Jay (committed) and OL Ryan Roberts (committed) -- and will also have a Junior Day. The Noles247 Podcast updates you on the visitor list, what’s going on with Nick Cross, and more.

There’s a light at the end of the tunnel for Florida State’s 2019 recruiting class. It appears that the Seminoles made headway with several recruits at major positions of need during a major weekend of official visits. Only one commitment is in and public so far -- PK Ryan Fitzgerald from nearby Moultrie (Ga.) -- but FSU’s staff appeared to do well in making an impact on targets like QB Lance LeGe...

FSU is about to host a significant slate of recruits this weekend. Can the Seminoles close out strong and secure major needs? Noles247 gives you the latest information on what, and who, to look for this weekend.