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🏹 Welcome to The Chief Brief! 🏹

Happy Tuesday, Seminole!

🔥 What’s Inside Today 🔥

🏈 Prime-Time Clash Locked In 🏈
FSU vs. Miami is set for Oct. 4 under the lights at Doak — a Top-10 rivalry game with ACC title and playoff stakes.

🌟 Danzy Dominates 🌟
Micahi Danzy takes home ACC Rookie of the Week after his record-shattering showcase against Kent State.

📊 National Stat Leaders 📊
From dead last a year ago to No. 1 in scoring — the numbers prove FSU’s offense is elite, with a top-25 defense to match.

📝 Depth Chart & Injury Updates 📝
Castellanos, Squirrel White, and Pittman are expected back vs. Virginia — plus a potential debut for DL Kevin Wynn.

🌟 Recruiting Heat Check 🌟
Big visits move the needle: 3⭐ EDGE Yahya Gaad, 4⭐ DB T’ari Miller, and 4⭐ DB Jaylen Scott all trending toward the Noles.

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🔥 Prime-Time Clash Set: FSU vs. Miami 🔥

The ACC announced Monday that No. 8 Florida State will host No. 2 Miami on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC — one of the biggest showdowns of the season at Doak.

📊 Key Context

• FSU (3–0) opens ACC play Friday at Virginia before the rivalry game.

• Miami (4–0) is idle this week, giving them extra prep time.

• Tickets are officially sold out — only resale options remain.

• The Seminoles lead the nation in total offense (628.7 YPG) and top the ACC in scoring offense (58.0 PPG) and scoring defense (10.0 PPG).

📌 Why It Matters
This sets up a likely Top-10 primetime matchup that could define the ACC title race — and national playoff implications.

👉 Full FSU–Miami game announcement here

🌟 Micahi Danzy Named ACC Rookie of the Week 🌟

Florida State redshirt freshman wide receiver Micahi Danzy earned ACC Rookie of the Week honors after his electric showing in the 66–10 rout of Kent State.

🔥 Record-Breaking Day

• 176 total yards on just 3 touches in the first quarter.

• First Seminole ever with a 60-yard run and 60-yard catch in the same game.

• 112 receiving yards marked his first 100-yard game, ranking 8th-most in a quarter nationally this year.

• Scored on a 64-yard run — his 3rd TD of the season (all from 30+ yards).

📊 Season Impact

• Leads FSU in rushing (173 yards on 5 carries, 3 TDs).

• Has 126 yards receiving on 4 catches.

• Averaging 33.2 yards per touch.

👉 Full breakdown of Danzy’s award-winning performance here

📊 Noles Offense Leads the Nation in Scoring 📊

From “worst in Power Four” a year ago to one of the best offenses in college football — Florida State’s 2025 turnaround is stunning. Through three games, the Noles sit top-5 nationally across nearly every key metric.

🔥 Offensive Efficiency

• 58.0 PPG — 1st nationally.

• 8.9 yards per play — 2nd.

• 13.7 yards per pass — 1st.

• 222.5 passer rating — 1st.

• 66.7% on third down — 2nd.

• 87.5% red-zone TD rate — 7th.

• 55.5% success rate — 4th.

🛡️ Defensive Strength

• Allowing 10.0 PPG — 12th nationally.

• 2.53 yards per rush allowed — 13th.

• 27.9% opponent 3rd down conversions — 25th.

• 17.1% drive scoring rate — 15th.

• 69.8% defensive success rate — 6th.

🌟 Standout PFF Grades

• QB Tommy Castellanos — 4th in passing grade (90.1), 1st in Big-Time Throw Rate (12.8%).

• RB Samuel Singleton Jr. — 9th nationally in overall offensive grade (88.7).

• WR Micahi Danzy — 4th among WRs (87.1).

• DL Mandrell Desir — 3rd nationally in run defense (90.1).

• CB Jerry Wilson — tied for 6th with 2 interceptions.

📌 Why It Matters
After three games, the numbers back it up: FSU has a championship-caliber offense and a top-25 defense — a balance that sets the stage for the Miami showdown in two weeks.

👉 Full stat breakdown and PFF grades here

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📝 Depth Chart Updates Ahead of Virginia 📝

Florida State (3-0) released its Week 4 depth chart Monday with several key names returning — just in time for Friday’s ACC opener at Virginia.

🔥 Key Injury Returns

• QB Tommy Castellanos — Left the Kent State game with an ankle scare but practiced Monday. Norvell: “I feel confident where that’s going to be.”

• WR Squirrel White — Back after missing Kent State with a hand/wrist injury.

• TE Randy Pittman — Practiced after sitting out the past two games (knee).

• DL Kevin Wynn — On the depth chart for the first time this year; could debut Friday.

🚑 Out

• TE Chase Loftin — Suffered a leg injury vs. Kent State; will miss time.

📌 Why It Matters
FSU is expected to have Castellanos, White, and Pittman ready to go in Charlottesville — bolstering the offense against a Virginia team averaging 564 yards per game.

👉 Full depth chart and Norvell’s Monday update here

🌟 3⭐ EDGE Yahya Gaad Impressed by FSU Visit 🌟

Fresh off his decommitment from UCLA, 2026 three-star defensive end Yahya Gaad made his first trip to Tallahassee for FSU’s 66–10 win over Kent State — and left calling the experience “amazing.”

🔥 Visit Highlights

• Spent extended time with DC Tony White and FSU’s defensive staff.

• Got a postgame meeting with Mike Norvell, calling it “mutual respect.”

• Loved the chance to “visualize myself being here” while watching the defense.

📊 Recruiting Snapshot

• Ranked the No. 54 edge rusher nationally and No. 18 prospect in Tennessee (Rivals).

• Other contenders: Wisconsin, Colorado, Washington, Auburn.

• Wisconsin official visit already set, but Gaad says an FSU OV is in the works.

📌 Why It Matters
Gaad left saying FSU is “definitely near the top,” giving the Seminoles real momentum in his recruitment after a strong first impression.

👉 Full recruiting update here

🌟 4⭐ DB T’ari Miller Building Strong FSU Ties 🌟

2027 four-star defensive back T’ari Miller helped Miami Central rally from a 21–9 deficit to beat American Heritage 31–21 last Friday, showcasing the talent that has his recruitment heating up.

🔥 Recruitment Snapshot

• Listed at 6’4, 180 pounds, Miller recently transferred from Homestead to Miami Central to sharpen his college readiness.

• Top schools: Florida State, Georgia, LSU, Miami, USC.

• Said FSU and Georgia are “most consistent” in contact — daily calls, notes, and messages.

🗣️ Miller on FSU
“I’ve built a special bond with the coaches at Florida State. They call me every day. They send me stuff every day.”

👉 Full interview and recruiting notes here

🛡️ 4⭐ DB Jaylen Scott Reconsidering FSU After Visit 🛡️

It’s been a whirlwind year for 2027 four-star DB Jaylen Scott — he committed to FSU in January, flipped to Auburn in the summer, and now could be reconsidering after a strong visit to Tallahassee this weekend.

🔥 What Stood Out

• Impressed with Tony White’s schemes, noting the heavy use of 5-DB sets and opportunities for early playing time.

• Praised FSU’s culture and facilities, saying it “felt like home” again.

• Liked seeing freshmen contributing early, reinforcing his comfort with development and opportunity.

🗣️ Scott on FSU
“It’s a real culture. I see pride in everything they do. This felt like how it did the first time I was here. … The feeling is it’s pushed back up now. They are showing a different culture, and it’s the real deal.”

📌 Why It Matters
Scott isn’t at flip stage yet, but FSU’s momentum and his plan to return for the Miami showdown on Oct. 4 are strong signs. Auburn still holds his commitment, but the Noles have a real shot to make this one interesting down the stretch.

👉 Full Scott interview and analysis here

And that’s a wrap!

That’s it for today’s Chief Brief!

FSU’s momentum is building on every front — national spotlight showdowns, breakout stars, elite stat lines, and major recruiting movement. Friday at Virginia is the next test, but all eyes are already drifting toward that Oct. 4th clash with Miami under the lights at Doak.

Stay locked in, Noles fans — this ride is just getting started.

Go Noles,
—The Chief