On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

OTB: Flip Szn and The Games Got Played

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We dive into Florida State's pursuit of Jeremiah Smith, rival problems, and more in this episode. Buckle up! You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s ...

OTB: The Trifecta

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a loaded episode of On The Bench as we relish in an amazing weekend for Florida State fans. The Seminoles beat rival Miami while Florida los...

Instant Reaction: FSU beats Miami 27-20

12 Nov 2023

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Trey, Coach AB, and Kev hop on to discuss the home victory against the Miami Hurricanes To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

'Nole Thy Enemy: FSU vs. Miami, opponent preview

10 Nov 2023

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Dane Draper and Trey Rowland go in-depth on Miami's roster and what to expect vs. Florida State. The discussion delves into Miami's talent on both sid...

OTB: Does FSU take a knee this weekend?

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State hosts rival Miami this weekend with the Seminoles ascending and Miami fluttering. This episode of On The Bench focuses on what's go...

OTB Recruiting Episode: So many stars, FSU vs. Miami recruiting preview

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is embarking on what is almost assuredly the biggest recruiting weekend of the Mike Norvell Era. The Seminoles are hosting blue-chip pr...

OTB: Miami Hate Week

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's here, Miami Hate Week. On The Bench revels in Miami's struggles as Florida State turns its attention to the Hurricanes. We get into the win at Pi...

Instant Reaction: FSU outlasts Pitt on the road

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The X's and Noles guys hop on to discuss Florida State's tough road victory against Pitt. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice...

'Nole Thy Enemy: FSU at Pitt, Opponent Preview

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why is Pitt struggling so much this season? 'Nole Thy Enemy is here to examine the drop-off of Pat Narduzzi's Panthers in preparation for Florida Stat...

OTB: It’s all BS, anyways

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s plenty to be aggravated over and to be excited about in the world of Florida State football, and there’s also plenty to laugh at around co...

OTB: Winning Big in Wake, Playoff Picture, and a PIVOTAL month for recruiting

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State has all of its goals in front of it entering a, ahem, pivotal month of November both on the field and the recruiting trail. On The Bench...

Instant Reaction | FSU rolls through Wake Forest 41-16

28 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The X's and Noles guys hop on to discuss Florida State's dismantling of conference foe Wake Forest. To learn more about listener data and our privac...

'Nole Thy Enemy: FSU at Wake Forest, Opponent Preview

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will weird things happen at Wake? Or will FSU decisively snap its losing streak against the Deacs? Big Brain Dane and the Host with the Most Trey Rowl...

OTB: 1-on-1 with The Battle’s End CEO Ingram Smith

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Battle’s End, the collective spearheading efforts in player retention and NIL opportunities for Florida State football players, recently surpass...

OTB: Blount and Bullies

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State had an active week, winning a Top 25 matchup against Duke while also flipping five-star DL Armondo Blount from rival Miami. On The Bench...

Instant Reaction: Noles stay undefeated

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State takes over in the fourth quarter and beats Duke. Listen to Adam and Trey, with a sprinkle of Kev, as they break down the game immediatel...

‘Nole Thy Enemy: How should FSU attack this scrappy Duke squad?

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State embarks on what should be an electric environment this Saturday as the Seminoles host Duke in a Top 25 matchup on primetime. To get you ...

OTB: Midseason Check-In, Buy or Sonnone, and Not to be Blount but...

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is approaching on a Top 25 matchup and a major recruiting push. Noles247's On The Bench podcast goes over the recruits expected for this...

OTB: FSU's pursuit of 5-Star DL LJ McCray

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is making a remarkable final push for LJ McCray. The Seminoles, still riding momentum from a recent official visit, are in a good spot f...

OTB: Controlling ‘Cuse, Identity Taking Shape, and Body Language Ramblings

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State controlled Syracuse in convincing fashion, moving the Seminoles to 6-0 on the season. On The Bench goes over what went right for FSU in ...

Instant Reaction: FSU pulls away from Syracuse 41-3

14 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kev and Trey hop on to discuss the thoughts and feelings after FSU's blowout of conference opponent, Syracuse. To learn more about listener data and...

'Nole Thy Enemy: FSU Opponent Preview, Syracuse's depleted depth and weird predictions

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State enters Saturday's contest as a three-score favorite over visiting Syracuse. What kind of threat do the Orange present to the Seminoles? ...

OTB: Syracuse Preview, and looking to get bowl eligible by mid-October

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is a three-score favorite over the Orange...but can the 'Noles make it an absolute blowout? Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone go over Syrac...

OTB: No Knees, ACC Officiating, and another W

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State wasn't perfect in its win over Virginia Tech, but there were some really good moments to build on. A look at those positives -- in ad...

Instant Reaction: Florida State beats Virginia Tech

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Trey and AB react to FSU's victory over the Hokies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pri...

'Nole Thy Enemy: FSU vs. Virginia Tech, opponent preview

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We delve deep into Dane's dome to explore Florida State's upcoming contest, Virginia Tech. Dane Draper and Trey Rowland break down a Hokies team that ...

OTB: How to Lose a Rep, an Encouraging Week of Practice, and VT Preview

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is back in Doak Campbell Stadium after nearly a month away from its home field. That means recruiting visits will start back up, includ...

OTB: MAILBAG!!! DL recruiting, breaking Nee's heart, and more

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On The Bench takes listener questions, which directs us on a path about Florida State's DL recruiting, scheme/philosophy concerns, adjusted expectatio...

4-0 and RIP to The Hat

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

FSU football's win over Clemson recapped, the road trip detailed, and a look at what's next for the 'Noles. On The Bench goes over the adjustments tha...

Instant Reaction: Florida State takes down the Tigers.

23 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Trey and AB as they give their instant reaction to Florida State's victory over Clemson. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

FSU at Clemson Preview: Which version of the 'Noles do we see?

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do we see second-half LSU or fourth-quarter BC as FSU takes the show to Death Valley? The Seminoles head to Clemson as slight road favorites for Satur...

How the nation's top 2024 QBs are faring in their senior seasons

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 2023 high school football season is nearing the halfway mark and the 2024 quarterbacks in the Top247 have all played at least one game as seniors....

Terms Dictated: Trying to make sense of what we saw at Boston College

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State escaped Boston College with a win, but it wasn't a win that made you feel good. What concerned us? What needs to be fixed and what can b...

Instant Reaction: FSU scrapes by Boston College 31-29

16 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State football bumbled their way to a victory against Boston College to the tune of 31-29. The Seminoles had been ranked as the third-best tea...

'Nole Thy Bench? FSU at Boston College, Preview

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a mashup of sorts as Chris Nee fills in for Trey Rowland to preview FSU's game at Boston College with Dane Draper. The Seminoles head to Chestnut...

FSU 2013 Championship Series with Odell Haggins: ‘Every Practice was a War’

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The intensity that occurred on Florida State’s practice field daily during the 2013 season wasn’t frequently matched on Saturdays. As defensive li...

What are we actually concerned about after a blowout win? (Spoiler: not much)

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Most feel good, some see concerns after Florida State's massive win over Southern Miss. What concerns are legit? Noles247's Chris Nee and Brend...

Instant Reaction: FSU blows out USM

10 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kev, Trey, and CoachAB as they break down the dominant victory over Southern Miss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

'Nole Thy Enemy: FSU vs. Southern Miss, Opponent Preview

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State looks to keep the good times rolling against a quality G5 opponent, Southern Miss. The Seminoles are heavy favorites (-31) heading into ...

Soul Snatching vs. LSU and the next steps in FSU’s season of expectations

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State snatched LSU’s soul in the second half of a 45-24 victory over the Tigers. This episode of On The Bench basks in FSU’s bullying ways...

LSU Instant Reaction: NSFW

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

AB, Kevin, and Trey break give their immediate thoughts post game on the blowout victory over LSU. To learn more about listener data and our privacy...

'Nole Thy Enemy: What you need to know about LSU

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What do the Seminoles need to expect from LSU in this Top 10 matchup? 'Nole Thy Enemy is back, with Dane and Trey previewing Florida State's upcoming ...

FSU vs. LSU preview, anticipated visitors, depth chart surprises

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State's season opener against LSU is quickly approaching. Noles247's On The Bench Podcast turns its attention to the Top 10 matchup in this ep...

2023 Season Preview and Predictions

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Football season is here. Florida State opens its 2023 campaign on Sunday, in less than a week, as the No. 8 Seminoles travel down to Orlando to face N...

OTB: MAILBAG!!!, Steam, not Stream

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is about to embark on a 2023 season ripe with expectations.  What constitutes a successful or unsuccessful season? What does a successf...

OTB's Noles247 2023 Team Draft

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It has arrived: The 2023 Noles247 Draft. Florida State’s roster, split among two of the most prestigious franchises in the history of sports and ...

OTB: 12 takeaways through 12 practices, and 1-on-1 with 2o13 champion OL Tre’ Jackson

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is 12 practices through preseason camp. That includes one scrimmage, a couple of scorchers in full pads at UNF in Jacksonville, and a do...

ACC true freshmen primed to make an impact in 2023

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Which true freshmen are set to make an impact in the ACC and for Notre Dame in 2023? Andrew and Cooper go team-by-team discussing which newcomers are ...

Scrimmage Scoop, Recruiting Scoop, and Buy or Sonnone

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State held its first scrimmage of preseason camp on Sunday evening. The OTB crew breaks down some of the intel we received as well as comments...

This team is good...but just how good?

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is eight practices into preseason camp. Noles247's Chris Nee and Brendan Sonnone lend insight into what we've seen so far through a p...

OTB: Them's the breaks, and reliving FSU’s prolific 2013 offense with Christian Green

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State DT Darrell Jackson was denied a hardship waiver by the NCAA this past week. What does it mean for the Seminoles in 2024? Plus we go o...

OTB: Behind the scenes of the KJ Bolden recruitment and coverage

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State went into Georgia’s backyard to earn what is the biggest single recruiting win of the Mike Norvell Era. The Seminoles landed a commitm...

The Ultimate Game of Chicken? FSU goes knives out vs. the ACC

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State took its position against the ACC to another level during a straightforward Board of Trustees meeting. An aligned group of some of the m...

247Sports Football Recruiting Podcast: 🎉End-of-July Commitment Extravaganza🎉

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew and Cooper discuss the many commitments at the end of July including Perry Thompson to Auburn, Charles Lester to Florida State, Demond Williams...

Is FSU’s time in the ACC nearing an end? Realignment discussion, decision day for Charles Lester, and more

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On The Bench begins with 10 minutes of Chris Nee diving into his report on Noles247 about Florida State's exploration of leaving the ACC. He det...

X's and Noles: RB/WR/TE Preview ft. Chris Nee

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kevin Little and CoachAB with special guest Chris Nee as they preview the 2023 skill position groups. To learn more about listener data and our...

Cryer, Lester, and Boldener

24 Jul 2023

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X's and Noles: QB Preview featuring Chris Nee

21 Jul 2023

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Chris Nee joins CoachAB and Kevin Little to preview the QB room for the 2023 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vis...

Recruiting updates, coming and going, and 2013 championship memories ft. Ebo Entsuah

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is an absolutely loaded episode of On The Bench. We spend the first 20 minutes of the episode on recruiting -- thoughts on Charles Lester and KJ Bo...

Recruiting Surge, Bolden Intel, Yawns, and It Was Becky!

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State enjoyed a fun run of recruiting activity to end this past week, with three commitments propelling the Seminoles to just outside the Top ...

The brotherhood of FSU’s 2013 championship squad, ft. Terrence Brooks

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State is embarking on the 10-year anniversary of its 2013 championship season. To get going on reliving that season, Noles247 sits down with f...

FSU's 40 Most Important Players: The Finale

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our countdown of FSU's 40 Most Important Players for the 2023 season concludes with a look at the Seminoles' star power. Depth might be the calling ca...

FSU GM Darrick Yray on roster building, trench emphasis, and adapting

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A football roster is ever changing. The pieces on a roster for a season might appear to stay the same, but the needs and options to fill said needs ar...

OTB: Fireworks for FSU

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State landed two commitments to begin the month of July, and the 4th could be even more productive for the Seminoles. Several choice targets ...

OTB with FSU S&C director Josh Storms: Elephants, rhinos, and cheetahs, oh my

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Storms, Florida State's Strength and Conditioning Director, joins On The Bench to go over a variety of topics about the Seminoles' offseason...

The top 40 continues... 10-6

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The top 40 train rolls on with players 10-6. Join the gang as they take a look at a priority defensive end and offensive tackle in this group. To le...

On The Bench: OV Mania!

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dane Draper and Zach Blostein join CoachAB on the couch (get it video folks) to discuss the weekends official visitors. The adults were all on vacatio...

OV Szn, and should we be freaking out?

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Official visit season is in full swing as Florida State makes its final push in the hectic month of June. On The Bench recaps the OVs that just t...

Elite 11 Insights: The top takeaways and standout QBs from the Elite 11 Finals

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Ivins and Cooper Petagna discuss the top takeaways and standout QBs from the Elite 11 Finals in Los Angeles last week. Biggest Elite 11 Takeaw...

The Top 40: Players 20-11 Mega Episode

17 Jun 2023

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Join the gang as they react to players 20-11 of the Top 40 Most Impactful players list. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

Chris P. Nee and Zach Justice, FSU's Elite Camp was Elite

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State's Elite Camp lived up to its name. Now the Noles247 staff recaps our takeaways from the event as well as intel from the weekend in the...

Top 40 Most Important: Players 30-21

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Top 40 Most Important players list continues on. This time the gang review players 30-21 from the list. Listen to Brendan Sonnone and CoachAB duel...

The top 40 is here: 40-31 review

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The top 40 most important players list has returned to Noles247. This year the entire gang is in the ranking business and things got crazy. CoachAB an...

Official visitor weekend preview

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The boys of On The Bench break down a big weekend in Tallahassee. Multiple priority official visitors will be hosted over the weekend and Zach, Chris,...

Supers, safeties, and a fried road trip

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a ton to get to in this episode of On The Bench. Florida State softball’s success, ACC’s vague profit sharing, a safety prospect, rankin...

A busy June is coming up

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State’s evaluation and recruiting efforts are going to hit full swing in the next week or so. Camp season begins in June, as do official vis...

The Keon Coleman Effect

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What exactly does Keon Coleman bring to FSU's offense and how will opponents be able to slow down the Seminoles in 2023? Brendan Sonnone joins Kevin L...

EMERGENCY POD: 'Noles land Keon Coleman

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Keon Coleman picked Florida State over Ole Miss. The fellas at On The Bench break down the commitment and explain why Coleman is the "missing pie...

Successful Posturing at the ACC Meetings?

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From The Magnificent Seven to playing nice, the tone of the ACC Spring Meetings was very different from Day 1 to Day 2. Did Florida State get what i...

Florida State HC Mike Norvell on 2023 expectations, the transfer portal, and conference realignment

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State HC Mike Norvell joins Brandon Marcello to discuss the expectations heading into next season, the transfer portal, realignment, and much ...

MAILBAG!!! Keon Coleman talk, Nee gets mad, and more

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the latest with wide receiver transfer target Keon Coleman? Will the Seminole get a commitment from JUCO S Ashlynd Barker? How does one get Ch...

He's Here! The Destyn Hill Saga comes to a close

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Destyn Hill made it to Florida State at long last. The saga spanned nearly three years from the time he silently committed to FSU and was one of the l...

The Portal closes and visits begin: FSU's pursuit of Keon Coleman and Jaylen Key heats up

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State lost nine players via the Transfer Portal this spring. Are those losses significant, and what do the Seminoles do with that extra room? ...

The Josh Farmer Saga comes to a close

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

FSU retained Josh Farmer after a dramatic week in which the defensive tackle entered the Transfer Portal only to return to the team. Behind the scenes...

OTB: The Josh Farmer Saga and Tuesday was an All-Timer

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State defensive tackle Joshua Farmer announced on Tuesday that he plans to enter the Transfer Portal. The promising defender is not in the Por...

A sloppy Friday show, Dane derails the episode

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Attrition is here as spring ball is done for Florida State. The Seminoles have already seen several players exit the roster via the Transfer Portal. ...

A Good Emergency Instant Reaction Pod: FSU flips 5-star TE Landen Thomas from UGA

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The On The Bench trio of Nee, Zach and Sonnone react to news of Landen Thomas committing to Florida State. The five-star tight end, who committed to t...

Spring Game (err, Showcase) takeaways, and the latest on FSU’s pursuit of five-star Landen Thomas

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State's recruiting efforts are trending in a good direction. The Seminoles added another four-star receiver to its 2024 class in BJ Gibson, go...

FSU Spring Showcase Instant Reaction

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State Football played in a televised scrimmage to end their Spring camp. While it was just a glorified practice, it was the first opportunity ...

T-O-O Deep or T-W-O Deep? OL depth, a 4-star commitment, and a Spring Showcase preview

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State has had a nice week when it comes to personnel transactions. D'Mitri Emmanuel is coming back for another season. Luke Kromenhoek went...

Buy or Sonnone

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a classic Buy or Sonnone episode of On The Bench as we take listener questions/prompts on the latest happenings for Florida State football.  But...

The Tight End board is loaded, arguing over LBs, and the best Easter candy

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

FSU played host to some major recruits this week, including Georgia TE commit Landen Thomas and five-star safety KJ Bolden. Find out the latest on the...

Scrimmage Scoop and the rare Sunday tea on a Monday

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Intel and insight from Florida State's second scrimmage of the spring leads the way in this episode of On The Bench. We explain how Jordan Travis went...

Scrimmage Scoop, King of the Spring frontrunner, and Boyz with a 'z'

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What did we learn about Florida State after its first scrimmage? On The Bench provides some insights into this team's development after speaking...

A developing situation, practice notes, and Sonnone's Fit

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a loaded episode of On The Bench as we dive into FSU's game in Ireland -- and why it's led to a scheduling win for the Seminoles -- a developing ...

Legacy Weekend Intel, A Show Crystal Ball, Padded Practice, and Zach is Groot

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State hosted dozens of high-end recruits this weekend while also conducting its first padded practice of the spring. Noles247 was there for al...

Legacy Weekend Preview

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State will welcome back some of their top players in recent memory this weekend and those NFL stars will be around tomorrow's top players as ...

Spring Practice, Day 1 Takeaways: Green Pollen and Carrying their weight well

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Florida State's roster looks like it's still upwardly mobile. The Seminoles presented well on Day 1 of spring practice, with certain position group...

Spring Football Preview | Noles247 Roundtable discussion | Buy or Sonnone

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's in this episode of On The Bench? X-Factors, King of the Spring candidates, hot takes and all the minutia you want about Florida State football ...

Banjos, Biscuits and Tour of Duty Takeaways

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The fellas at On The Bench got up bright and early to get a look at Florida State's final Tour of Duty workout before spring practice. Still grogg...