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Florida State is stacking momentum across multiple fronts this week from ACC honors on the hardwood and historic recognition on the softball diamond to baseball’s rising national profile and major storylines emerging from spring football.

Let’s dive into the biggest Seminole headlines:

🏀 🏅 McCray Earns All-ACC Honors 🏅
Florida State’s Robert McCray V lands All-ACC Third Team recognition after a standout season leading the Seminoles into the ACC Tournament.

🥎 🏅 Waldrop’s Jersey Set to Be Retired 🏅
FSU softball legend Lacey Waldrop will receive the program’s highest honor Friday as her jersey joins the rafters at JoAnne Graf Field.

🏊‍♀️ 🎟️ Clark Books Another NCAA Spot 🎟️
Seminole diver Kayleigh Clark continues an impressive postseason run, qualifying for a second NCAA Championship event.

⚾ 🐊 Huge Rivalry Test Ahead 🐊
No. 20 Florida State heads to Gainesville riding a nine-game winning streak for a top-25 showdown with Florida before ACC play begins.

⚾ 📈 Baseball Keeps Climbing the Polls 📈
A perfect 5-0 week and dominant run-rule wins push the Seminoles higher in the national rankings.

🏈 📰 Another DBU Alum Gets His Shot 📰
Former Seminole corner Asante Samuel Jr. signs a prove-it deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers as he looks to relaunch his NFL career.

🏈 🧠 Major Storylines Emerging from Spring Practice 🧠
Quarterback battles, offensive adjustments, and defensive upgrades are already shaping the narrative of Florida State’s 2026 football season.

Let’s get into it.

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Florida State guard Robert McCray V has been named All-ACC Third Team, recognizing a standout senior season as the Seminoles head into the ACC Tournament.

⭐ Leading the Noles

McCray also leads Florida State in field goals, free throws, and assists this season.

📊 Consistent Production

🧠 Why It Matters: McCray’s leadership and production have fueled Florida State’s late-season surge as the Seminoles prepare to face Cal in the ACC Tournament on Wednesday (7 p.m., ESPNU).

👉 Read more for full All-ACC details and McCray’s season stats.

Florida State softball will retire Lacey Waldrop’s jersey Friday before the ACC home opener against Syracuse at JoAnne Graf Field.

⭐ Seminole Legend

Waldrop was a three-time All-American and two-time ACC Pitcher of the Year.

🏆 National Recognition

She helped lead Florida State back to the Women’s College World Series during her historic career.

📍 Historic Ceremony

Waldrop will become just the third player in program history to have her jersey retired, joining Darby Cottle and Jessica van der Linden.

🧠 Why It Matters: One of the greatest pitchers in FSU softball history will receive the program’s highest honor as the Seminoles open ACC play at home this weekend.

👉 Read more about Waldrop’s legendary career.

Florida State diver Kayleigh Clark secured another NCAA Championship berth Monday, qualifying on the 3-meter board at the NCAA Zone B Diving Championships in Athens.

⭐ Back-to-Back Qualifications

Clark will now compete in multiple events at the NCAA Championships.

📍 One Event Still Ahead

Clark will also compete in platform diving, her strongest event, as the Zone Championships continue.

🧠 Why It Matters: Clark continues a standout postseason run, earning two NCAA Championship qualifications in two days for the Seminoles.

👉 Read more for full results and the remaining event schedule.

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No. 20 Florida State heads to Gainesville Tuesday to face No. 23 Florida, opening a challenging week against ranked opponents.

🔥 Hot Streak

⭐ Players to Watch

📊 Rivalry History

🧠 Why It Matters: The Seminoles will be tested immediately as their winning streak meets a ranked rival before ACC play begins at No. 15 Wake Forest this weekend.

📍 Game Info: Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. ET | SECN+

👉 Read more for the full preview and series history.

Florida State continued its rise in the polls after a perfect 5–0 week, extending its winning streak to nine games.

📊 Updated Rankings

🔥 Dominant Week

The Seminoles are now hitting .310 as a team with 18 home runs while the pitching staff owns a 3.71 ERA with 164 strikeouts.

🧠 Why It Matters: Florida State’s strong week sets the stage for a major test as the Seminoles face No. 23 Florida before opening ACC play at No. 12 Wake Forest.

👉 Read more for the full rankings update and team stats.

Former Florida State standout Asante Samuel Jr. has signed a one-year, $4 million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, giving the DBU product another opportunity to prove himself in the NFL.

⭐ Comeback Opportunity

The deal gives Samuel a full season to show he’s back to form.

📈 Still Plenty of Upside

Samuel, a 2021 second-round NFL Draft pick, won’t turn 27 until midway through the 2026 season, leaving plenty of prime years if he stays healthy.

🧠 Why It Matters: Another FSU “DBU” alum gets a chance to reestablish his value in the NFL with a strong season in Pittsburgh.

👉 Read more about Samuel’s comeback opportunity.

Florida State opened spring football with several major questions — from quarterback competition and offensive development to major defensive upgrades — as the Seminoles look to rebound from a 5–7 season in 2025.

🎙️ Norvell Back Calling Plays

Head coach Mike Norvell will return to offensive playcalling in 2026 following Gus Malzahn’s retirement.

🏈 Quarterback Battle Takes Shape

Several quarterbacks will compete for the starting job:

Norvell praised Daniels’ command and accuracy early in spring practice.

⭐ Weapons Across the Offense

FSU’s offense returns several major playmakers:

Another player generating buzz: Tae’Shaun Gelsey, a 6’4 target who could emerge as a mismatch option.

💪 Offensive Line Development

Norvell emphasized that young offensive linemen are pushing the transfer additions, including:

The staff hopes internal development will reduce reliance on the transfer portal.

🛡️ Defense Gets an Athletic Upgrade

FSU targeted speed and versatility at linebacker, adding UNC transfer Mikai Gbayor while hoping players like Blake Nichelson and Omar Graham take another step.

The secondary was also rebuilt with a focus on maturity and leadership.

🧠 Why It Matters: After a disappointing 2025 season, Florida State is reshaping key areas of the roster and the developments during spring practice will play a major role in determining the trajectory of the 2026 season.

Between baseball climbing the rankings, spring football heating up, and another Seminole legend getting her jersey retired, it’s shaping up to be a big week across FSU athletics.

And with Florida on deck tonight and ACC play around the corner, we’re about to learn a lot about this year’s baseball team.

Thanks for reading and as always…

Go Noles. 🏹