3 impact players for Florida State football's road matchup versus SMU

Impact players for Florida State versus SMU.

Sep 21, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Lawrance Toafili (9) runs the ball during the first half against the California Golden Bears at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images / Melina Myers-Imagn Images

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QB DJ UIAGALELEI

Florida State is having a difficult task with replacing the likes of ultra-talented signal-caller Jordan Travis, who meant everything to this university. Travis had a sensational 2023 campaign which helped them accomplish many feats in 2023.

However, all good things must eventually come to an end. Travis had to finally hang up the garnet and gold and move on to the NFL where he is playing with the New York Jets. Ironically enough, he was able to be in attendance for Florida State's contest versus California. This means that Travis is a good luck charm and has to come to all of the games (I don't make the rules...).

The coaching staff picked up former Oregon State and Clemson quarterback transfer DJ Uiagalelei. It has been an absolute disaster so far with a few positives. It doesn't fall all on Uiagalelei even though fans want to blame it on him. However, the offensive line, tight ends, wide receivers, and running back have been abysmal.

If Florida State wants to win and score offensively, Uiagalelei will have to keep the opposing defense honest.

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