The Osceola Podcast

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Jerry Kutz, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante we reflect on which backups and freshmen we want to see in Saturday's game as Florida State takes on FCS program East Texas A&M. Should we see Brock Glenn or Kevin Sperry first at quarterback? The Osceola staff makes a case for each. Also, how does FSU adjust at tight end with Randy Pittman out? Do...

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle, Jerry Kutz and Bob Ferrante discuss FSU's physicality on the offensive lines and defensive lines (as well as perimeter blocking). We also reflect on what we saw from Tommy Castellanos and FSU's ground attack. How do the Seminoles juggle the running back by committee approach with Roydell Williams sidelined indefinitely? We dis...

On Saturday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, publisher Jerry Kutz and football analyst Mark Salva break down key moments of Florida State's stunning 31-17 win over No. 8 Alabama on Saturday night. Jerry and Mark discuss the offensive line, Tommy Castellanos, a physical run game and a defense that kept Alabama in check. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by AlumniHall.com . Read more abo...

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, we give our preview of Florida State vs. Alabama storylines. Can FSU run? Can FSU defend the run? How will FSU's offensive line look, factoring in continuity with four new transfer linemen? Jerry Kutz, Bob Ferrante and Nick Carlisle have thoughts on the importance of Darrell Jackson to not just the defensive line but the entire defense. How...

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante reflect on FSU's first depth chart of the 2025 season ahead of Alabama week. How did the two-deep (and sometimes three-deep) line up with our projections that we posted on the Osceola over the weekend? We reflect on each position group and give our biggest surprises on the depth chart. We wrap up in the last 15...

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante reflect on what we like about FSU football heading into the 2025 season. We also look at what concerns we have. Also, what are our big-picture expectations for the Seminoles this fall. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by Alumni Hall . Subscribe to the Osceola for under $70 per year and you'll receive a $25 Alumn...

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante discuss some surprising developments on the recruiting trail. The nation's top linebacker in the 2026 class, Izayia Williams, flips back to FSU. And a three-star defensive lineman, Tank Carrington, decommits from FSU.  We also unpack Conrad Hussey's dismissal and how we think the safety depth chart will shake o...

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante discuss some of the key storylines from FSU's second scrimmage on Sunday night. Defensive coordinator Tony White clearly wasn't happy, saying some guys "need to quite frankly step their ass up." He also praised defensive tackle Darrell Jackson, and discussed Jeremiah Wilson's interception in the scrimmage. Offe...

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Jerry Kutz, Bob Ferrante and Nick Carlisle reflect on the FSU football team's practices in Jacksonville. What storylines have developed and what did the coaches learn from FSU's first scrimmage? We also preview FSU's second scrimmage, which will be back in Tallahassee on Sunday. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by AlumniHall.com . Subscribe t...

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante discuss storylines from Florida State's first five preseason practices. We discuss the offensive line, receivers, tight ends, Darrell Jackson and roles on FSU's coaching staff. Plus, what we are curious about when the Seminoles scrimmage inside Doak Campbell Stadium on Tuesday night. Seminole Sidelines is spons...

On Thursday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Jerry Kutz, Bob Ferrante and Nick Carlisle give their thoughts on a limited, open practice window from Wednesday's day 1 of FSU's preseason camp. We discuss various position groups, what Bryson Estes could bring at tight end, a rebuilt receiver room and more. The guys also give their first impressions of some of FSU's new assistant coaches...

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante discuss pre-camp storylines as Florida State opens practice on Wednesday. What do we most want to see and hear from the Seminoles in the month leading up to the opener? We reflect with thoughts on offensive and defensive players to watch and key storylines for August. Thanks to our Seminole Sidelines sponsor, A...

On Wednesday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, editor Bob Ferrante is live from Charlotte, N.C., with updates from coach Mike Norvell as well as Tommy Castellanos and the FSU players at the ACC Kickoff media event. Nick Carlisle and Bob discuss the key storylines from Wednesday's interviews, reflect on the ACC Network hiring Jimbo Fisher and the addition of availability (injury) repor...

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante discuss four-star running back Amari Thomas' decision to decommit and what's next for FSU coaches as they weigh the available tailbacks in the class of 2026. We also wrap up the preseason offensive preview discussion with analysis of FSU's receivers and tight ends. We have published preview stories on the quart...

On Wednesday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, publisher Jerry Kutz, editor Bob Ferrante and writer Nick Carlisle discuss Tommy Castellanos' offseason comments about the FSU-Alabama game as well as what Crimson Tide players said in response at SEC Media Days. Then we preview FSU's quarterback room, analyze the varied skillsets of the running backs and discuss the transfers and depth q...

On Friday's edition of Seminole Sidelines, FSU vice president of stadium development and sales strategy Mark Cameron discusses the Doak Campbell Stadium renovation project as well as tickets for the Seminoles this fall. Single-game tickets went on sale to boosters and the general public on Thursday. For more FSU coverage, go to theOsceola.com . To subscribe to the Osceola, go to theOsceola.com/upg...

Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines discusses what five-star Chauncey Kennon brings to FSU, how big his addition would be to the 2026 class and what needs remain for coach Mike Norvell and the staff. If you're not receiving the Osceola's morning emails, sign up here . You can also check out the Osceola's coverage of FSU athletics at theOsceola.com .

On Thursday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, publisher Jerry Kutz, editor Bob Ferrante and writer Nick Carlisle discuss the launch of our new, independent site at theOsceola.com. We also analyze FSU's hot streak on the recruiting trail, which included a commitment from four-star defensive lineman Earnest Rankins. What's next? Who could commit over the July 4 holiday weekend? Nick tak...

On Wednesday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Patrick Burnham and Nick Carlisle discuss FSU's commitments from Tuesday (OL Jakobe Green, DB Lawrence "Jay" Timmons) and have other recruiting news and notes.  Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors:  Alumni Hall  and  Mowrey Law Firm . Sign up for free, daily emails on FSU athletics from the Osceola

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Patrick Burnham and Nick Carlisle break down a flurry of activity with commitments on Sunday (quarterback Jaden O'Neal and offensive lineman James Francis) as well as on Monday (receiver Devin Carter and tight end Xavier Tiller). Patrick and Nick discuss all four of FSU's commitments as well as offer updates on Amari Thomas and other prospec...

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Patrick Burnham and Nick Carlisle discuss FSU's official visitors for this weekend and comment on Jaden O'Neal's decommitment from Oklahoma. Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors:  Alumni Hall  and  Mowrey Law Firm . Sign up for free, daily emails on FSU athletics from the Osceola

On Wednesday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Patrick Burnham and Nick Carlisle discuss FSU picking up three commitments (Tico Crittendon, Tank Carrington and Noah LaVallee) after a weekend of official visits. Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors:  Alumni Hall  and  Mowrey Law Firm . Sign up for free, daily emails on FSU athletics from the Osceola

On Friday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Patrick Burnham and Nick Carlisle analyze what four-star WR Brandon Bennett brings to FSU and preview the next round of official visits this weekend. Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors:  Alumni Hall  and  Mowrey Law Firm . Sign up for free, daily emails on FSU athletics from the Osceola

On Wednesday's edition of Seminole Sidelines, senior writer Curt Weiler and FSU baseball radio voice Eric Luallen discuss FSU's super regional loss at Oregon State and turn the page to the offseason. Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors:  Alumni Hall  and  Mowrey Law Firm . Sign up for free, daily emails on FSU athletics from the Osceola

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Patrick Burnham and Nick Carlisle wrap up FSU football's official visit weekend. Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors:  Alumni Hall  and  Mowrey Law Firm . Sign up for free, daily emails on FSU athletics from the Osceola