Overview
- Florida freshman Jadan Baugh ran for 266 yards and two touchdowns, underscoring FSU’s recurring run-defense problems in the 40-21 defeat.
- FSU finished without a road win for the second straight year, with its offense averaging 18.6 points per game away from home.
- Mike Norvell called the performance extremely disappointing and apologized to fans, saying the Seminoles did not coach or play well enough.
- With Norvell set to return, coaches begin player meetings Sunday as the program weighs potential staff adjustments and roster decisions.
- Key offseason questions include quarterback Tommy Castellanos’ pending eligibility appeal, retaining top targets such as Duce Robinson, and securing a 27-commit class ranked No. 15 ahead of signing day.