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Warchant TV: Mike Norvell interview following day one of Florida State preseason practice

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Florida State head coach Mike Norvell meets with media following first day of preseason

Wednesday marked the first of 20 preseason practices for Florida State as they ready for a crucial sixth season under Mike Norvell and a looming opener vs. SEC power Alabama.

Norvell summed up the day saying, “good to see the guys out there and competing…I thought there some good plays made (even for a first day)”

** Full summary of Norvell post practice interview **

Asked which summer newcomers stood out the first two names were veteran transfers. “It was fun watching Jerry (Jeremiah Wilson),” said Norvell. “You feel his energy, his bounce. He had a nice breakup today.”

Norvell also offered up an assessment on an offensive newcomer. “Seeing Gavin (Sawchuk) being out there, seemed comfortable with the things we asked him,” said Norvell.

Florida State returns to practice on Thursday afternoon as they continue their non-padded acclimation period.

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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 up to 14 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 prospects, positional hot boards and more as Florida State prepares for in season official visitors.

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