HE’S BACK: Florida State Seminoles PAY Ja’Bril Rawls, More BIG-MONEY Players NEEDED

The Florida State Seminoles shake up their offseason strategy, agreeing to terms with cornerback Jabrill Rawls, who exits the Transfer Portal signaling the Noles are stepping up their NIL game. With Rawls returning, fans are left wondering: Will increased spending help Florida State compete for top defensive talent and stabilize a secondary experiencing significant turnover? The impact on Coach Mike Norvell’s future and the team’s defensive identity is front and center as questions swirl around roster depth, linebacker holes, and Portal priorities.

Brian Smith unpacks John Papuchis’ exit to Missouri, the irony of his recruiting reputation, and crucial insights from Under Armour All-America event standout Gregory Batson, a promising 2027 Seminole commit. The episode covers scheme fit concerns, and the urgent need for upgrades in both coaching and player acquisition. Is Florida State’s aggressive new approach enough to begin a return to respectability?

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