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Florida State Names Transfer Ashton Daniels Starting Quarterback for 2026

The pick signals a bet on experience to steady Mike Norvell's program following two losing years.

Overview

  • Florida State named Daniels starter Tuesday in a team post, ending a spring battle with redshirt freshman Kevin Sperry.
  • The Auburn transfer began at Stanford and brings 4,783 passing yards and 1,397 rushing yards across 37 games with 23 starts.
  • He holds a 5–18 record as a starter, including 0–3 at Auburn, which tempers expectations despite his experience.
  • Coach Mike Norvell highlighted better pocket work and deep throws this spring, and the Seminoles now prepare for New Mexico State on Aug. 29, SMU on Sept. 7 and Alabama on Sept. 19.
  • Help for Daniels includes 1,081-yard receiver Duce Robinson returning, though the offense does not bring back a single starting lineman, according to CBS Sports.