FSU football: Jordan Travis gives big praise to Brock Glenn's performance

FSU redshirt freshman quarterback Brock Glenn has been hearing fans clamor for him to get the start over DJ Uiagalelei for the past few weeks. An injury to Uiagalelei late in the game against SMU a week ago provided the opportunity, and Glenn looked to seize the opportunity. It was a spot that likely wasn't the best for someone with two career starts. I advocated it would be optimal to have Glenn wait and start agaisnt Duke after FSU's bye week next week.

However, Mike Norvell's hand got forced, and here we are. Glenn performed admirably behind an offensive line that's arguably the worst in the nation and receivers and tight ends that fail to haul receptions in. To be fair, Uiagalelei had to deal with similar issues in nearly every game. However, something felt different Saturday night against a Clemson defense who's the best FSU has faced all season. Former FSU star quarterback Jordan Travis noticed it:

It wasn't anything tangible but the desire to stand in the pocket and try to make something happen. The willingness to sacrifice his body for a massive first down on fourth and 9 in the fourth quarter down two scores inspires teammates and the fans. Leaders instinctively do those things and influences guys to play harder for them. It's something Jordan Travis exhibited and knows all too well. It's why young guys made plays and had career nights. That performance will allow Brock Glenn's voice to hold more weight in the locker room when it comes holding players accountable. Those two facets are key ingredients to winning.