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FSU football: Takeaways from ‘Noles second 2023 spring scrimmage

By Kelvin Hunt

Dec 29, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles wide receiver Johnny Wilson (14) catches a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners during the second half in the 2022 Cheez-It Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 29, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles wide receiver Johnny Wilson (14) catches a pass against the Oklahoma Sooners during the second half in the 2022 Cheez-It Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports /
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Defense

Adam Fuller mentioned at the beginning of the scrimmage how the defense started slow, which was reflective of the 12-play touchdown drive led by Jordan Travis.

However, there were lots of three-and-outs and some turnovers. The former was an issue last season, especially when Fabien Lovett got hurt.

The depth on the defensive line continues to show, and that’s with expected starters playing limited snaps. Joshua Farmer has been dominant, according to Mike Norvell.

The addition of Fentrell Cypress, who had another interception Saturday, and the emergence of Jarrian Jones at nickel and cornerback will make the FSU secondary improved over last season. Renardo Green and Greedy Vance have been so consistent in their play that they hardly get mentioned anymore.

The early enrollee freshmen, KJ Kirkland and Quindarrius Jones continue to progress. The coaching staff continues to push Omar Graham Jr. at linebacker, and he’s making progress. Byron Turner Jr. has flashed as he’s gotten more reps in the last week or so. That’ll be important with the departure of Derrick McLendon.

Brendan Gant continues to flash and is a valuable depth piece, especially on special teams. It’s like FSU coaches know they will be better on defense in 2023, but they’re already preparing for 2024 and beyond in some aspects.

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