FSU Football: Quarterback Quandary Deepens
Mike Norvell, Seminoles Face Difficult Decisions
Battling Injuries, Winston Transfer, Lack of Experience
Florida State University's (FSU) football program is grappling with a challenging quarterback situation as the 2023 season approaches. Head coach Mike Norvell and his staff face a difficult task in determining a starter and navigating a roster depleted by injuries and transfers. One significant concern is the health of incumbent starter Jordan Travis. Travis, who led FSU to a 10-3 record in 2022, has been sidelined with an ongoing shoulder issue. The severity of his injury and his availability for the upcoming season remain uncertain. Compounding the situation is the transfer of former five-star recruit and highly touted quarterback, Malik Hornsby. Hornsby, who started several games in 2021, left the program during the offseason, leaving FSU with limited experience at the position. Further complicating matters is the lack of proven depth behind Travis. Redshirt sophomore Tate Rodemaker, who played sparingly last season, is expected to compete for the starting role. However, he has yet to demonstrate consistency or production at the collegiate level.The quarterback quandary facing FSU is a major concern for Norvell, who enters his fourth season at the helm. The Seminoles have struggled to find stability at the position since the departure of Deondre Francois in 2018, cycling through multiple starters with limited success.
To address their quarterback issues, FSU has been actively pursuing options through the transfer portal. The Seminoles have been linked to several potential candidates, including former Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord and former Louisville quarterback Brock Domann. As the Seminoles prepare for the upcoming season, the quarterback situation remains a significant question mark. Norvell and his staff must find a way to navigate the injuries, transfers, and lack of experience to ensure they have a capable signal-caller under center.
