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Football
FSU head coach Willie Taggart continues to drop advice dimes.
Three things that prevent you from happiness: 1. living in the past,
— Willie Taggart (@CoachTaggart) April 10, 2018
2. worrying for the future and
3. comparing yourself to others. #Facts #DoSomething
Coach Taggart is bringing a new tradition to Tallahassee, that being the 2018 Women’s Football Clinic. PS, you’ll be seeing me there!
One of our favorite camps of the year! We can’t wait to see you there. Go Noles! #DoSomething pic.twitter.com/F4ri1J1WnI
— Willie Taggart (@CoachTaggart) April 10, 2018
Sophomore receiver DJ Matthews shares some of his experiences at FSU thus far and how this new era has everyone energized.
"Everybody is like a big family here at @floridastate."
— FSU Football (@FSUFootball) April 10, 2018
One-on-one with @dat_dj.#SpringBall | #DoSomething pic.twitter.com/KcP6bpeSUT
Junior linebacker Josh Brown is settling into his role with the Seminoles after two difficult years.
Josh Brown has found some much-needed clarity in #FSU's new defensive system after struggling to find a role in his first two years https://t.co/okOQE4u80a
— Curt Weiler (@CurtMWeiler) April 10, 2018
Recruiting
Florida State has offered 4-star c/o 2019 receiver George Pickens out of Hoover (AL). Pickens is a major prospect, and at 6’5 199lbs, he has a major upside. Pickens is currently committed to Auburn but has made it clear that he still plans to take some official visits.
Blessed to receive an offer from FSU #nolenation #fearthespear ‼️‼️‼️#noleblooded pic.twitter.com/W0qAwHdelW
— .1 (@geo_Thagoat) April 10, 2018
FSU has also offered 3-star c/o 2019 tight end Garmon Randolph out of Jefferson (GA).
Blessed to receive an offer from Florida state University!!!! pic.twitter.com/IbIvYGd6h7
— Garmon Randolph (@garmonrandolph5) April 10, 2018
4-Star c/o 2019 West Coast cornerback prospect Jeremiah Criddell showed the ’Noles some love.
— J4 (@JayCriddell) April 10, 2018
FSU landed a huge commitment from 2019 quarterback prospect Sam Howell, and we’ve got you covered with our scouting report on what you can expect from this pro-style QB.
Early enrollee Jaiden Woodbey’s flip to Tallahassee has all the West Coast Noles dominos falling into place, as he shows guys that the big shift from out west to Florida State is the move.
Class of 2020 QB and son of FSU legend Deion Sanders, Shedeur Sanders, is showing us that he has some moves of his own.
Shedeur Sanders looking EPIC at QB ✔️ @ShedeurSanders (via @DeionSanders) pic.twitter.com/yP41OelZ9R
— Overtime (@overtime) April 10, 2018
Alumni
Seahawks safety and six-time Pro Bowler Earl Thomas took some time to coach up Florida State’s Derwin James before the NFL Draft.
Earl Thomas (@Earl_Thomas) teaching Derwin James (@derwinjames6) the importance of eyes: “Eyes before feet.”
— Danny Schaechter (@CoachDShack) April 9, 2018
Like @CoachGrayvold will say, don’t get caught looking at Medusa. Eye discipline at all positions is vital; can’t hit what ya can’t see! pic.twitter.com/vLkOyAp8c8
Seminoles quarterback and college football analyst Danny Kanell made the trip back to Tally to visit the new Taggart-Era ’Noles
Former QB @dannykanell stopped by and shared his thoughts on the program leading into the Spring Game.#SpringBall | #DoSomething pic.twitter.com/WfKs0zf2ve
— FSU Football (@FSUFootball) April 10, 2018
Pretty cool and humbling to be in FSU HOF...but freakin awesome to be on display next to coach Corso!!! #legend pic.twitter.com/WGhLM2QTu2
— Danny Kanell (@dannykanell) April 10, 2018
Former Heisman winner and current Tampa Bay Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston visited Coach Taggart and the new-look Seminoles at practice and brought along a friend.
Promising pic for Bucs fans: DeSean Jackson posts Instagram shot of him and Jameis Winston together in Tallahassee: pic.twitter.com/j9QSSauJGC
— Greg Auman (@gregauman) April 10, 2018
Nole Blooded! Jameis Winston @Jaboowins back in Tally getting it in | No Off Season | #DoSomething | #GoNoles pic.twitter.com/WXrAKHXIH9
— Seminoles Recruiting (@FSU_Recruiting) April 10, 2018
He also took some time to visit his old dugout stomping grounds at Mike Martin Field to throw out the first pitch.
#FSU Heisman trophy winner and closer Jameis Winston throws the first pitch pic.twitter.com/ZgzNpdYKcZ
— Wayne McGahee III (@WayneMcGaheeIII) April 10, 2018
Former Seminole and current New York Jets safety Terrence Brooks is pumped about these Taggart-Era ’Noles.
Geeked up about dem Noles this year. Wouldn’t trade in that Natty but I would’ve loved to experience the @CoachTaggart Era.
— Terrence Brooks (@_Showtime29) April 10, 2018
Seminoles standout and current Minnesota Vikings cornerback Pro Bowler Xavier Rhodes shares some hilarious memories about his recruitment process, which included his aunt flirting with the great Bobby Bowden.
Bobby Bowden for the win. Hilarious story from @XavierRhodes29_ about his Aunt flirting with Bobby during his in home recruiting visit. CL Sit-Down with Xavier Rhodes. @FSUFootball pic.twitter.com/PYPVDqNaCr
— CampusLore (@CampusLore) April 10, 2018
Other Sports
Amid the FBI investigation that now includes Miami’s basketball program, the Hurricanes have agreed to a two-year contract with coach Jim Larranaga.
Miami coach Jim Larranaga has agreed in principle to a two-year contract extension. (Miami has been subject to FBI inquiries, but nothing has come of that so far as we know.)
— Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander) April 10, 2018
Eighth time was not the charm for Florida State baseball, as they fell short again against the Gators at home.
Moving into this weekend’s series against Duke, 11 has said that Andrew Karp will be included in the pitching rotation.
Mike Martin says Andrew Karp will enter the weekend rotation this week vs. Duke. Only pitched 4 innings tonight vs. UF. #FSU
— Ariya Massoudi (@AriyaMassoudi) April 11, 2018