3 players that need a breakout performance in the Kent State contest

These players will break out in the near future.
Sep 6, 2025; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Ousmane Kromah (32) catches a touchdown pass during the second half of the game against the East Texas A&M Lions at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images
Sep 6, 2025; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Ousmane Kromah (32) catches a touchdown pass during the second half of the game against the East Texas A&M Lions at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images | Melina Myers-Imagn Images
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RB OUSMANE KROMAH

This is the third straight game that it has been predicted for true freshman running back Ousmane Kromah to break out. It is bound to happen at some point since offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn focuses so heavily on running the football.

The Seminoles cannot waste the skill set of the youngster. When the team needs him down the road for games against Miami, Clemson, North Carolina State, or Florida, Kromah will have to be called upon to get the job done.

The Georgia native was heavily recruited out of high school, but the Seminoles ultimately won out to secure his services. The goal was to use him often during his freshman year, and he had 12 carries for 68 yards. In his limited touches against Alabama, the Crimson Tide was struggling to bring him down.

In a game where the Seminoles are 44.5-point favorites, this should be an opportunity for Kromah to double his attempts and get some much-needed work as he perfects his craft before the ACC slate kicks off.