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Was Willie Taggart given a fair chance at Florida State? Did Odell Haggins warn him about the cultural missteps as he was making them? Which are the best options among the potential top-tier targets, presuming they all might be interested? Support the podcast via the... The post Bye Week Coaching Transition Mailbag appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

A brief look at Odell Haggins’ fourth win as the Florida State head coach. Discussion of changes on defense since Taggart’s termination. What happened with Bob Stoops and Florida State? Who should be on FSU’s coaching board now? Why major schools should look to hire... The post Bowl Eligible Seminoles Still Searching for New Head Coach appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Odell Haggins. Jordan Travis. Positive things. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or join in) the podcast’s video play-by-play analysis feature. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the offseason. Please also... The post Florida State 38, Boston College 31 – Postgame hot Takes appeared first on...

Boston College is not a good football team. Neither is Florida State. What’s going to happen in this one is anyone’s guess, but here’s one of those guesses. Also lots of discussion about the coaching situation and why I don’t think it’s a good thing... The post Boston College Preview and More appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

The Taggart Era at Florida State has ended in disappointing fashion as Florida State has fired Willie Taggart before the end of his second season. While this happened far earlier than anyone expected, it was hardly surprising after Taggart’s tenure opened 0-5 against FSU’s primary... The post Taggart Era Ends appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

2.9 yards per play isn’t going to get it done. Florida State was outcoached, outexecuted, and outcoached. A postmortem of a stinker. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or join in) the podcast’s video play-by-play analysis... The post Florida State 10, Miami 27 – Resigned, Numb Postgame Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State and Miami have not lived up to their proud brands in 2019, and both programs are struggling on the offensive line and at quarterback. What can be expected on Saturday? Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able... The post Miami Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State should use more WildCam. That and a few mailbag questions. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or join in) the podcast’s video play-by-play analysis feature. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be... The post Revisiting the Syracuse Game and Dipping into the Mailbag appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State handled its business against a very bad Syracuse team. Lots of people will talk about how the change at quarterback was instrumental to the result, but it was not. Instead, things go well when you can run the ball and stop the run.... The post Florida State 35, Syracuse 17 – Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

This matchup against Syracuse should be pretty straightforward. Can FSU keep from getting in its own way against a Syracuse team that hasn’t been able to run the ball against a team with a pulse this season? Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon... The post Syracuse Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

A few additional reflections after taking a closer look at the Wake Forest game, a discussion of the rumors of coaching changes (hint: most are BS), and a mailbag segment. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch... The post Wrapping Wake Forest and Discussing Wild Rumors appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

It was really worse than it looked. Wake Forest beat FSU with its backup QB. With starter Jamie Newman, Wake probably wins this game by three touchdowns or more. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or... The post Florida State 20, Wake Forest 22 – Postgame Scalding Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

A few final observations from the Clemson game before turning to preview the Wake Forest game. A few notables: FSU’s most important OL recruit is on its own roster: Malcolm Lamar moving to OT would be like getting a commitment from a five-star Clemson treated... The post Clemson Wrap, Wake Forest Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Not much to say other than that Florida State has to get better at QB and OL to compete at the top level, and those answers aren’t on the roster right now. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able... The post Clemson Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Previewing the matchup against the elf-led defending national champions. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or join in) the podcast’s video play-by-play analysis feature. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the... The post Clemson Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

It’s time to take a broader look at questions asked by the listeners. A wide range of subjects covered in this one. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or join in) the podcast’s video play-by-play analysis... The post Bye Week Mailbag appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State has made significant progress over the past three weeks, but they’ve also feasted on bad offenses. What can be expected moving forward. Among the topics discussed: Malcolm Lamar needs to move to OT, where he could turn into a high draft pick Derrick... The post NC State Review appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State has made significant progress over the past three weeks, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. A few other observations Hornibrook was statistically strong but had his weaknesses exposed a bit The defense looks coordinated for the first time in two seasons... The post FSU 31, NC State 13 – Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Joined on this episode by James Henderson from InsidePackSports.com. The Wolfpack look a lot like the last team Florida State played. Will the improvements seen against Louisville appear against NC State? A few key points: NC State has yet to complete a deep pass this... The post NC State Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

There was more good than bad on a review of the Louisville game. But there’s still concerns moving forward. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Supporters will be able to watch (or join in) the podcast’s video play-by-play analysis feature. Film breakdowns... The post A Second Look at the Louisville Game appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State managed to snatch a conference victory from the jaws of another late-game collapse but may have lost two key starters and team leaders in the process. The loss of Jaiden Lars-Woodbey is a big one both on and off the field James Blackman’s... The post FSU 35, Louisville 24 – Postgame hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Previewing Saturday’s matchup between two rebuilding programs. Highlights include: FSU Defense vs. Louisville Offense: Louisville wants to pound the rock (primarily an outside zone team) The Cards haven’t shown the ability to win over the top in the passing game Think of UL as UVA... The post 2019 Louisville Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

After a closer evaluation of the film, there were some encouraging signs in FSU’s loss at Virginia. This episode discusses: The defensive improvements against the run The frustrating passivity and poor communication from the back end of the defense James Blackman’s mechanics and why he’s... The post A Closer Look at Florida State at Virginia appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

Florida State again came up short in a close game, losing at Virginia as the Seminoles’ comeback bid fell short. What can we take away from yet another disappointing performance that featured both some encouraging things and the continuation of several negative trends? Support the... The post Virginia 31, Florida State 24: Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .

On paper, Florida State is significantly more talented and should have little trouble with Virginia. But on another paper, Virginia has played at a significantly higher level than the Seminoles over the past season plus. So which paper wins out once the game is actually... The post Virginia Preview: Will Anything Change for FSU Against the Cavaliers? appeared first on Unconquered Podcast .