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Two 2023 commits, fixing the pass rush Feb 19, 2021

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Florida State added defensive end commitments from two 2023 prospects -- Lamont Green Jr. and Gabriel Harris -- within 24 hours. These are the latest pieces to FSU's attempt to revamp its edge defenders.

Noles247 recaps the commitments and what it means for the long-term projection of FSU's pass rush.

Plus we go over some other recruiting developments, hoops domination, and the baseball season opener.

Off-field additions, hoops is back, and why Hunter Washington remained loyal to FSU Feb 15, 2021

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FSU has been active adding members to its off-field staff, a 4-star QB is high on the 'Noles, and hoops is back.

We go over the latest from the world of FSU athletics here On The Bench. And then we follow the news and nuggets up with a fun interview with Tribe 21 leader Hunter Washington, who remained loyal to FSU after a late run from Clemson.

On The Bench: The People's Mailbag Feb 09, 2021

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Mailbag!! We take questions from Noles247 members and hit on an array of topics.

Today we cover everything from top targets in the 2022 class, how FSU's final scholarships could be used, depth chart talk and much more!!

Tune in this week to On The Bench for a quick hitting, but highly informative show!

Mike Martin Jr. aka Meat previews FSU's upcoming season Feb 08, 2021

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FSU baseball coach Mike Martin Jr. -- known as Meat -- sits down with On The Bench to preview his team ahead of the upcoming season.

EMERGENCY OTB: 'Noles land elite wide receiver on National Signing Day Feb 03, 2021

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Destyn Hill is officially a Florida State Seminole! The four-star wide receiver from New Orleans, La. announced his decision on National Signing Day in front of friends and family at a ceremony from Edna Karr High School.

Hill let the world know he'd be choosing the Seminoles over offers from UF, Alabama, LSU, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and more. He is the 19th ranked receiver in the country and the 113th best prospect overall, according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings.

Listen to the crew from Noles247 break down Hill's commitment and what he brings to Mike Norvell's offense.

EMERGENCY OTB: 'Noles Get Their 2022 QB, Nicco Marchiol Of Arizona Jan 31, 2021

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Big News!! Florida State landed a commitment from four-star QB Nicco Marchiol on Sunday. He's the first QB commitment toward Mike Norvell's 2022 recruiting class.

Marchiol chose the Seminoles over a top four that consisted of FSU, Florida, Rutgers and Arizona State. FSU offered Marchiol back in March of 2020 and after nearly a year long recruitment, Marchiol is a 'Nole.

Today's On The Bench episode breaks down the importance of this commitment and what it means for FSU's future offense.

Big news on the horizon, schedule release and more Jan 28, 2021

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The ACC released its 2021 schedule for Florida State and the rest of the conference. The Seminoles just beat rival Miami in basketball. A transfer is ‘100 percent’ healthy.

Oh, and FSU could be on the verge of a couple of big-time commitments in the 2022 recruiting class.

On The Bench goes over all the latest news and intel from the world of FSU athletics in this busy episode.

A QB visits, portal math, and FSU hoops is rolling Jan 25, 2021

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On The Bench goes over a variety of topics, including the recruitment of QB Nicco Marchiol, as well as the entire 2022 QB board.

Does FSU take two QBs? Where do the ‘Noles stand for Marchiol after his Tallahassee visit? Are any other visitors in the plans?

Plus we go over FSU’s interest in some recent portal additions, and more.

Mike Norvell joins us!!! Jan 18, 2021

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Florida State coach Mike Norvell joined On The Bench to discuss a variety of topics about the Seminoles program: Recruiting strategy within the transfer portal, his revamped quarterback room, continuity among the coach staff and more.

Another transfer, and Tour of Duty is almost here ft. FSU S&C director Josh Storms Jan 13, 2021

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Florida State added another transfer, adding former UCF cornerback Brandon Moore to its 2021 class.

The gang discusses Moore’s addition and the reasoning for using another scholarship on a cornerback in this episode. But that’s just the opening, because headliner of this episode is a special guest: FSU’s director of strength and conditioning, Josh Storms.

Storms shares insights into how the pandemic impacted the Year 1 implication of FSU’s S&C program, and shares what his hopes and goals are for Year 2.