FSU Football: What Derwin James' Absence Means For The Defense

FSU Football: What Derwin James’ Absence Means For The Defense

Sep 5, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive back Derwin James (3) celebrates after a play in the fourth quarter against the Mississippi Rebels at Camping World Stadium. Florida State Seminoles won 45-34. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 10, 2016; Tallahassee, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive tackle Demarcus Christmas (90) celebrates a fumble recovery at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Glenn Beil-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 1 – The ‘Noles defensive line and linebackers now much take over in containing Jackson

With the secondary taking an admitted hit with the loss of their star, the front seven of the Seminoles is going to have to pace that side as ball for as long as Ramsey is out. Namely, it’s going to be on the defensive line of DeMarcus Walker, Derrick Nnadi, Josh Sweat and others to keep Jackson in check as much as possible and at least take away one aspect of his game.

The good thing that did come out of Saturday’s blowout win was the fact that plenty of young stars got serious playing time and won’t have complete ‘deer in the headlights’ looks when they take the field in Louisville, especially five star defensive end recruit Brian Burns.

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