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Warchant TV: Florida State summer enrollees motivated to learn, assist in turnaround season

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Top L to R: Ousmane Kromah, Gavin Blackwell. Teriq Mallory. Bottom L to R: Ja'Elyne Matthews, Chastan Brown, Sean Poret

Florida State welcomed a crop of over a dozen spring transfers and high school enrollees over Memorial Day Weekend to bolster its roster.

On Wednesday, six of the FSU newcomers including Ousmane Kromah discussed learning about their teammates, the energy around the program and the connection with the coaching staff.

Asked about his goals in year one Kromah said, “I’m really not gonna say too much because I feel like — not saying jinx it, but I’ll keep it to myself.”

“I’ll do whatever they give me”, Kromah added. “Personally, I want to get on the field and contribute however I can.”

UNC transfer Gavin Blackwell said, “I think the offense will be a lot different than what you’ve seen lately.”

“Coach Gus (Malzahn), he doesn’t want anything short of perfection.”

The remaining Florida State newcomers will meet with media over the coming days.

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Florida State will open the 2025 season in a newly renovated Doak Campbell Stadium when they host Alabama on August 30.

Alabama opened as a 9 point favorite and the line has moved to anywhere between 10.5 and 11 on several sportsbooks

FSU finished in last place in the ACC and below .500 for the fifth time in seven years and third time under Mike Norvell.

Alabama failed to win 10 games for the first time since 2007, its first season under former head coach Nick Saban. The Crimson Tide lead the all-time series 3-1 including the most recent clash, a 24-7 win in 2017

Florida State’s winter window portal haul ranked 23rd in the nation with 16 additions and 22 losses. The spring transfer window has closed though the Seminoles remain active in pursuing prospects.

Florida State’s high school recruiting class for 2025 finished inside the On3 Top 20 team rankings and features DL Kevin Wynn who earned accolades at the US Navy All-Star Game.

Check the Premium Recruiting Board for the latest updates on visitors, positional hot boards and more as Florida State host Junior Days in 2025.

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