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On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

247Sports, Florida State, Florida State Seminoles, Florida State football, FSU football, college football

Come for the Florida State football and recruiting news, stay for the nonsense. The Noles247 Podcast offers honest analysis from Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee, and Zach Blostein.

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77:22

OTB: MAILBAG!

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/02/25

Florida State is progressing quickly towards spring football.The gang at Noles247's On The Bench podcast opens up the MAILBAG to take questions on position battles, newcomers to watch, and more spring-related topics. Plus we veer off to take questions on the reasons for optimism/skepticism about the future of the program under Mike Norvell, and moves made by athletic director Michael Alford. Sonnone can't talk. Nee misgenders his new dog. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and

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78:24

OTB: Did FSU do enough this offseason to lead to a...

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/02/17

Florida State brought in a new coordinator on each side of the ball and added more than 30 new players to the roster. But will this lead to a drastic turnaround in 2025? Now that the dust is mostly settled, we go over the 10 datapoints we outlined before the offseason started. How does the OTB team think Mike Norvell did in revamping the program based on the info we currently have? You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

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69:07

OTB: Finding the ‘edge’, hoops coaching candidates,...

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/02/11

Florida State coach Mike Norvell started up his spring booster tour over the weekend. Noles247 has been at both stops so far, so we begin today’s episode by sharing some of Norvell’s most noteworthy comments on body language, team-building philosophies, and some missteps from last season.We also take a look at some of the lack of aggressiveness in building out the front office and then stop to break down the list of top candidates for the hoops vacancy. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and

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73:29

The ACC and ESPN of it all (plus Buy Or Sonnone, and...

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/01/31

The ACC and ESPN are opting in to a built-in extension that'll carry into 2036. Along with these reports, there's talk about re-distributing payouts to programs based on brand value.What does that mean for Florida State and its lawsuit against the ACC? We let Chris cook on the ACC/ESPN news before getting into a fun breakdown of some of FSU's top late 2025 additions before playing Buy or Sonnone. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google

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46:12

OTB: Shaking Up The QB Board

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/01/27

Florida State's quarterback board got a sizable shakeup on Sunday evening when Brady Smigiel decommitted from the Seminoles. What is FSU's plan? FSU was quick to offer three mobile four-star signal callers. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get

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62:04

OTB: A Junior Day Recap, ft. Pipes, Nee’s Hands, and...

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/01/21

Florida State held its first Junior Day of the offseason. While some of us are struggling to care about recruiting this far out, our very own Zach Blostein is putting a level of energy into the early-recruiting process that trumps what he’s ever done previously.Blostein cares. Why? For the first time in several years, there’s a new group of recruiters to focus on and see how they perform. The episode focuses on the recruits to know, the takeaways from new staff members, Hand’s hands, Nee’s hands,

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64:08

OTB: Our thoughts on FSU's portal haul

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2025/01/06

Florida State is just about done with its winter portal haul as it makes some final additions to the group over the next week.What do we think of FSU's efforts towards upgrading their roster heading into a pivotal 2025 football season for head coach Mike Norvell and his staff? Chris Nee and Zach Blostein break it all down on the latest episode of On The Bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad

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108:12

OTB: Everything you could ever want to know about...

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/30

If you're listening to this entire episode on the eve of New Year's Eve or even New Year's Eve itself, you're as dedicated a Florida State fan as can be. If you listen to the full 1.5 hours of this, you're probably a sicko. We get the Young Guns together as Clay Fink and Dane Draper join Brendan Sonnone in this in-depth episode of On The Bench. It's a wealth of information, in between ADHD-driven ramblings, of every transfer FSU has brought in so far this cycle. Detailed analysis on Duce Robinson,

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49:08

OTB: FSU's 2025 offense is taking shape

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/23

FSU's 2025 offense is taking shape through their additions in the Transfer Portal as of late.On this episode of On The Bench, we touch on the Seminoles' latest adds in the portal including a huge win with USC wide receiver Duce Robinson committing to the 'Noles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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73:15

OTB: A cycle-defining recruitment

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/20

Florida State's pursuit of Duce Robinson, Portal Hits and Misses, and More. This episode of OTB features a look at FSU's Portal strategy as we examine what's worked and what hasn't for the Seminoles so far. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get

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72:24

OTB: Portal and Posse

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/16

Florida State's Transfer Portal efforts are ramping up.With three portal commitments already in the fold, the Seminoles are looking to add much more to that this week and beyond. The 'Noles also have seemed to complete their on-field coaching staff this week -- so we delve into our thoughts on how it looks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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78:24

OTB: The portal has cometh and taketh

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/11

It's a busy time for Florida State football.Following a dissapointing 2024 season, there is a lot of change unfolding in Tallahassee. From a new-look coaching staff being nearly finalized, players heading into the Transfer Portal (QB Luke Kromenhoek being the most notable) and portal targets emerging -- there is plenty to talk about. We touch on all of that during today's episode of On The Bench: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:

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71:04

OTB: Staff moves and Portal Szn

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/06

Florida State's offseason is in full swing with coaching changes taking place and the Transfer Portal set to begin on Monday.This episode of OTB focuses on the departure of linebackers coach Randy Shannon, and the legacy of Odell Haggins who is transitioning to an off-staff role. We then spend time recapping FSU's ESP haul, the recruitment of Ousmane Kromah, and remaining big fish. And the episode concludes with a Portal preview among Nebraska defenders, offensive line targets, and trying to

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32:20

Instant Reaction: A positive signing day for FSU?

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/04

Florida State is in the midst of what looks like their best Signing Day finish in years. Flipping prospects like four-star running back Ousmane Kromah from Georgia, four-star defensive back Shamar Arnoux from Auburn, four-star wide receiver Jayvan Boggs and three-star offensive tackle Sean Poret made for an exciting days for the Seminoles. Maybe even more important, they held onto four-star defensive line pledge Kevin Wynn -- after strong pursuits from Georgia, South Carolina, Texas and USC. FSU

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77:58

OTB: How do we feel about FSU's coordinator hires?

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/03

Florida State made aggressive plays to get what appear to be the two coordinators atop Mike Norvell's wish list in Gus Malzahn and Tony White. We go over the background of the two hires, some of their tendencies, and what we think of the fit here at Florida State in this episode of On The Bench. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you

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35:11

Instant Reaction: It's over.

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/12/01

Join the boys as they sit down and give their thoughts following the Florida loss.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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75:33

OTB: A win, what to do at QB and OC talk

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/11/25

Florida State is coming off its second win of the season!We get to rejoice over the Seminoles finding their first victory since September while diving into some important topics like FSU's plan at quarterback for the Florida game and into next season as well as some intel on FSU's offensive coordinator search. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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27:16

OTB: Winning Instant Reaction

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/11/23

Reacting to Florida State's victory over Charleston Southern. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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83:55

OTB: How will we know if FSU had a good offseason?

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/11/21

FSU is about to embark on an offseason that will determine if Mike Norvell can turn this thing around. How will we know if the Seminoles were successful in taking steps to climb out of the gutter?aOTB sets a list of criteria for what we want to see this offseason, from coordinator qualifications to requisite skills for new coaches, Portal strategy, and more. You can subscribe to On The Bench, X’s and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star

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54:30

OTB: The QB Shuffle and the need for the...

On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network ·

2024/11/14

Florida State lost quarterback Tramell Jones, but seems like it will replace him with a higher-graded prep prospect in Carter Smith. That's the jumping off point for a larger discussion as the Seminoles entering an interesting month in which they'll have to evaluate how they try retain QBs Luke Kromenhoek and Brock Glenn while exploring the transfer market.Then we get into our thoughts on the Town Hall meeting for FSU's boosters. Is FSU well equipped to handle the next step of college football or

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