🏹 February 6th - The Chief Brief 🏹

🔥 Noles on Fire – Big Wins, Big Moves, Big Moments! 🔥

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February 06, 2025

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 🏹 Welcome to The Chief Brief! 🏹

🔥 The Chief Brief: FSU is on Fire! 🔥

Happy Thursday, Seminole!

Seminole Nation, it’s been a massive week across every sport, and we’ve got all the biggest headlines right here. Whether it’s golf, softball, basketball, football, or recruiting, FSU is making national noise—so let’s get into it!

🏌️‍♂️ On the PGA stage – Luke Clanton is one cut away from securing his PGA TOUR card, while former Noles Vincent Norrman and Daniel Berger hit the course at the Waste Management Phoenix Open.

🥎 FSU Softball is everywhere – The Noles kick off the season today in Mexico and will be featured on ESPN, ACCN, and SEC Network 11 times this year.

🏀 Women’s hoops dominance – Makayla Timpson lands on the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Watchlist, while No. 22 FSU looks to keep rolling as they travel to Virginia for an ACC battle.

🏈 Signing Day Recap – FSU finalized its 2025 class, securing big-time high school talent and adding key transfers. Could there be another late addition? Stay tuned.

🌟 Recruiting is heating up – Five-star OL Lamar Brown locks in an official visit, four-star QB Landon Duckworth is keeping FSU in the mix, and edge rusher Kamron Wilson just got his dream offer from the Noles.

🔥 FSU is making moves on every front. Let’s break it all down! 👇

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🏌️‍♂️ Clanton, Norrman & Berger Set for PGA Action at Waste Management Phoenix Open

Florida State junior Luke Clanton is back on the PGA stage, joining former Seminoles Vincent Norrman and Daniel Berger at the Waste Management Phoenix Open from Feb. 6-9 at TPC Scottsdale.

🔥 Clanton’s PGA Chase Continues

  • Competing in his third PGA event of 2025, 11th of his career.

  • Tee time: 9:53 AM Thursday.

  • Just one PGA TOUR University Accelerated Point away from securing his PGA TOUR card—he can clinch it by making the cut.

⛳ Other Noles in Action

  • Norrman tees off at 10:04 AM after a Top 40 finish at the Farmers Insurance Open.

  • Berger hits the course at 3:39 PM for his fourth PGA event of the year.

🌍 FSU’s Global Golf Presence

  • 4 Seminoles rank in the Top 100 of the World Amateur Golf Rankings.

  • Clanton remains No. 1, with Gray Albright (No. 33), Jack Bigham (No. 37), and Tyler Weaver (No. 60) all representing the Garnet & Gold.

🔜 What’s Next?
FSU men’s golf returns to team competition at the Watersound Invitational (Feb. 17-19) at Sharks Tooth Golf Course in Panama City, Florida.

📺 FSU Softball Sets National TV Slate for 2025 Season

Florida State Softball will be a must-watch team this season, appearing on ESPN, ESPNU, ESPN2, ACC Network, and SEC Network for 11 nationally televised games.

📡 Early Spotlight:
🔥 Feb. 13 – FSU kicks off the ESPN Networks’ softball coverage with a Top-15 showdown vs. Missouri (10 AM, ESPN2) at the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational.
🔥 Feb. 16 – The Noles get primetime ESPN coverage vs. UCF (8 PM, ESPN).

📺 Other Key National TV Games:
✔️ March 16 – 🆚 Pitt (1 PM, ACCN)
✔️ March 19 – 🆚 Alabama (7 PM, SECN)
✔️ March 21 – 🆚 Duke (6 PM, ACCN)
✔️ April 19-20 – 🆚 Georgia Tech (Sat. 7 PM, ACCN | Sun. 12 PM, ESPNU)
✔️ April 28 – 🆚 Louisville (6 PM, ACCN)
✔️ May 4-5 – 🆚 Virginia Tech (Sat. 6 PM, ACCN | Sun. 12 PM, ACCN)

📢 Every FSU home game & ACC road game will stream live on ACCNX.

🔥 Season Opener Today!
The Noles start 2025 in Mexico at the Puerto Vallarta College Challenge:
🆚 No. 4 Oklahoma State – 11 AM
🆚 Northern Colorado – 2 PM

🛑 Makayla Timpson Named to Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Watchlist

Florida State’s Makayla Timpson has been recognized as one of the nation’s top defenders, earning a spot on the 2025 Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Watchlist.

🔒 Timpson’s Defensive Dominance:
🔥 3rd nationally in blocks (67) & blocks per game (3.05) – leads the ACC
🔥 Top 10 in rebounds (240) & rebounds per game (10.9)
🔥 ACC leader in double-doubles (13) – 6th in the nation

🏀 What’s Next?
The No. 22 Seminoles (18-4, 8-2 ACC) hit the road to face Virginia (12-11, 4-7 ACC) on Thursday at 7 PM (ACCNX).

🏀 No. 22 FSU Heads to Virginia for ACC Battle

The No. 22 Florida State Seminoles (18-4, 8-2 ACC) hit the road to face Virginia (12-11, 4-7 ACC) on Thursday at 7 PM (ACCNX).

🔥 Key Storylines:
✅ FSU has won 6 of the last 7 meetings vs. Virginia, but the Cavaliers hold a 36-22 all-time series lead.
✅ Ta’Niya Latson continues to dominate, leading the nation in scoring (26.1 PPG) & named a top 10 finalist for the Ann Meyers Drysdale Award.
✅ Makayla Timpson leads the ACC in double-doubles (13) & blocks (67), ranking 4th nationally among Power 4 players.

📺 How to Watch:
📡 TV: ACC Network Extra
📻 Radio: Seminole Sports Network (Seminoles.com, 96.5 The Spear)

🏈 Florida State Finalizes 2025 Recruiting Class with Key Additions

Florida State put the finishing touches on its 2025 recruiting class, securing several key high school signings on National Signing Day. With 23 commitments from high school and JUCO prospects, plus 16 transfer additions, the Seminoles’ class ranks No. 18 nationally, per 247Sports Composite.

🔒 Latest Signings
✅ OL Chastan Brown – 4⭐ OT, flipped from UCF, No. 25 OT in the nation
✅ OL Chavez Thompson – 3⭐ Center, flipped from FIU, former Oregon commit
✅ DB Antonio Cromartie Jr. – 3⭐ DB, son of FSU legend Antonio Cromartie Sr.

🎯 Who Else Was in Play?
❌ 4⭐ EDGE Zahir Mathis – Chose Maryland over FSU.
❌ 5⭐ OT Ty Haywood – Expected to sign with Michigan.
⏳ 4⭐ DB J’Vari Flowers – Recently reclassified to 2025. FSU is in the mix but competing with Miami, Florida, and Georgia. Decision expected in March/April.

🔥 Big-Picture Takeaways
🔹 FSU's class is balanced, with key reinforcements on the offensive line, secondary, and defensive front.
🔹 Transfer portal additions were a priority, including QB Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) and WR Squirrel White (Tennessee).
🔹 The ‘Noles may not be done yet—keep an eye on late commitments and transfer moves before spring ball.

📈 With 23 total signees, FSU has rebuilt depth and secured future playmakers. Could the ‘Noles still add another late steal? Stay locked in! 🔥

🏈 5⭐ OL Lamar Brown Schedules Official Visit to FSU

Florida State is set to host one of the top offensive line recruits in the country, as 2026 five-star OL Lamar Brown has scheduled an official visit to Tallahassee from June 6-8.

🔥 FSU's Key Advantage? 🔥
Brown has long been on the Seminoles' radar, but the arrival of offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn and offensive line coach Herb Hand has significantly boosted FSU’s chances. The former UCF coaches built a strong relationship with Brown early, hosting him multiple times in Orlando. Now, they’re making FSU a serious contender for his commitment.

📊 Brown at a Glance
✅ No. 8 overall player in the 2026 class (247Sports Composite)
✅ No. 1 interior offensive lineman in the country
✅ 6'4, 275 lbs – Versatile enough to play on either side of the ball
✅ Elite multi-sport athlete – Louisiana 3A shot put champion

👀 Who Else Is in the Mix?
FSU will have to battle Miami, Texas A&M, and LSU, as Brown is set to visit all three in June.

🏈 4⭐ QB Landon Duckworth Keeping FSU in the Mix

One of the nation’s top quarterbacks, 2026 four-star QB Landon Duckworth, is drawing interest from several powerhouse programs, and Florida State remains firmly in the conversation.

🔥 FSU’s Key Advantage? 🔥
Duckworth has a strong relationship with new FSU offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn and head coach Mike Norvell. The Seminoles have been consistent in their pursuit, and Duckworth sees FSU as a potential fit for his skill set.

👀 Who Else Is in the Race?
🔹 Ole Miss – Recently visited Oxford and loved the staff’s quarterback development approach.
🔹 Georgia – Offered recently; OC Mike Bobo recruits him daily.
🔹 South Carolina – Former commitment; still has love for the program.
🔹 Missouri & Florida – Also in the mix.

📊 Duckworth’s 2023 Stats
✅ 3,439 passing yards
✅ 39 passing TDs
✅ 648 rushing yards
✅ 12 rushing TDs
✅ 67% completion rate

🚀 What’s Next?
Duckworth remains open in his recruitment and will continue visiting top programs. With Malzahn leading FSU’s offense, the Seminoles could be a serious contender for the talented dual-threat QB.

🔥 4⭐ EDGE Kamron Wilson Lands His Dream Offer from FSU

One of South Florida’s top rising defensive prospects, Kamron Wilson, is quickly becoming a national name—and Florida State just entered the race in a big way.

🏆 FSU Was Always the Dream
When the 6-foot-5, 215-pound edge rusher from Miami Southridge got the call from FSU on Wednesday morning, he and his mother—who is also a lifelong Seminoles fan—were ecstatic.

🔊 Wilson on His Offer:
"Florida State has always been my dream school. It’s been my dream school since I was little. That was my mom’s dream school too, so when I told her, she was very excited. This is just great."

🚀 Wilson’s Dominant 2024 Season
✅ 118 total tackles
✅ 32 tackles for loss
✅ 17 sacks
✅ All-Dade 1st Team selection

👀 Where Does FSU See Him Playing?
The Seminoles love his speed, length, and motor, viewing him as a JACK linebacker/defensive end hybrid in their defensive scheme.

🗓️ What’s Next?
🔹 Wilson already has official visits scheduled with Minnesota (May 30 - June 1), Cal (June 8-10), and Syracuse (June 13-15).
🔹 He plans to visit FSU this spring and is working on setting up an official visit for the summer.
🔹 Wilson plans to announce his college decision in early July after completing his visits.

📍 The Home-State Advantage?
Before FSU’s offer, Wilson’s top options were all out-of-state schools. Now, having a big-time Power 4 offer close to home has changed his outlook.

And that’s a wrap!

From dominant performances to key signings and commitments, Florida State is stacking wins on and off the field. With basketball heating up, softball kicking off, and major recruiting battles ahead, the momentum is only building.

👀 What’s next?
🔹 Can Luke Clanton lock in his PGA TOUR card this weekend?
🔹 Will the Noles stay hot on the softball diamond?
🔹 Could FSU land another elite recruit before spring ball?

We’ll have every update, every highlight, and every breaking story—right here in The Chief Brief.

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Until next time—Go Noles! 🍢🔥

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