RB ROYDELL WILLIAMS
Florida State's coaching staff thought they were going to be able to run the football last year. However, that notion fell flat on their faces as the Seminoles finished near the bottom in rushing offense in the country.
The biggest two transfer additions at the running back position were Roydell Williams (Alabama) and Jaylin Lucas (Indiana). Unfortunately, both of them suffered injuries that kept them out for an extended period. I knew that it would be difficult to replace the likes of the ultra-talented Trey Benson, who was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals.
However, I didn't think it was going to be that bad. Head football coach Mike Norvell brought in former UCF coach Gus Malzahn to be the offensive coordinator. His offenses revolve around the idea of being able to run the football.
Williams is listed on the official roster for the 2025 season after recording 26 carries for 52 yards and two touchdowns last year. While I am very high on the skill set of true freshman Ousmane Kromah to be a significant piece of the offense, I do understand that it could be difficult to ask a true freshman enrolling in the summer to contribute right away.
At the very least, the former Alabama transfer should be able to provide veteran leadership in a room that needs to get back on track in 2025. Williams will be switching from jersey number 24 to 5.