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Locked On Seminoles podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports insider info for the Florida State Seminoles. Hosted by Brian Smith, the Locked On Seminoles podcast provides your daily Florida State Seminoles fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things ‘Noles. From the heart-pounding action at Doak Campbell Stadium to the fever-pitch excitement at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Seminoles podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Seminoles’ locker room and the ACC. The Locked On Seminoles podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. COMMITMENT: Florida State SCORES Quarterback Recruit | State of the Program

    1H AGO

    COMMITMENT: Florida State SCORES Quarterback Recruit | State of the Program

    The Florida State Seminoles secure quarterback Logan Flaherty, igniting new hope for the program’s future amid ongoing uncertainty. Can Flaherty’s dynamic play style and leadership spark a much-needed recruiting surge and reshape the team’s trajectory—even as questions loom over Mike Norvell’s job security and the athletic administration? Brian Smith spotlights Flaherty’s potential impact, the domino effect of a quarterback commitment, and the challenges of roster retention and booster support. Analysis covers the Seminoles’ quarterback depth, NIL spending, fears of class decommitments, and the administration’s complex role in Florida State’s rebuilding process. Is FSU poised for a turnaround, or will deeper changes be needed to restore the program’s former glory? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors!  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min
  2. FINALLY: Florida State is TRENDING For Quarterback Prospect | Recruiting Plan CHANGES Needed

    2D AGO

    FINALLY: Florida State is TRENDING For Quarterback Prospect | Recruiting Plan CHANGES Needed

    The Florida State Seminoles are finally trending for quarterback prospect Logan Flaherty, signaling a potential turning point for FSU’s recruiting fortunes. Is this the move that reignites the Seminoles’ path back to national prominence, even as Mike Norvell’s tenure looks increasingly uncertain? Flaherty’s dual-threat mobility and accuracy could be the spark FSU needs to reshape its offensive future. Brian Smith breaks down the Seminoles’ quarterback recruiting drama, recent surge for Flaherty, and why changes to FSU’s recruiting blueprint are essential. Key topics include the importance of offensive line dominance, NIL spending wars, and the critical 80/20 high school-to-portal recruiting ratio. The conversation highlights missed opportunities, lessons from championship coaches like Bobby Bowden and Kirby Smart, and the urgent need for bigger commitments from FSU boosters. Which positions must FSU prioritize to return to the top—and can they finally land that elite, program-changing quarterback recruit? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors!  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min
  3. NEXT COACH: How Florida State FIRES Mike Norvell–Funds FUTURE of Seminoles Football

    2D AGO

    NEXT COACH: How Florida State FIRES Mike Norvell–Funds FUTURE of Seminoles Football

    The Florida State Seminoles hierarchy needs specialized and well-advised plans for its football program to win big; firing Mike Norvell shall not be enough. Further, at least one massive step must be undertaken prior to Norvell’s ouster. It’s a biggy defined during the show. Here are the prime steps that won't be easy either. Brian Smith defines how the administration must be in lockstep with its finances, have the praise of its media, and possess the fan and booster support that the people currently in charge should be the ones making hiring decisions prior to Norvell being jettisoned. Good luck with each of those, as the Seminoles brass is failing miserably in the public opinion polls among all three categories. Can the Seminoles administration at least begin to make headway? Smith breaks down why those are critical points, how it happens, and one massive problem that still needs ironed out. The show also calls on fans to chime in. What do you want to hear about prior to this next FSU season starting? There’s nothing truly positive to discuss. Zip. None. Nada. What’s on your mind? Join the chat and let your voice be heard. Check out this exciting no-holds-barred podcast discussing FSU's future. Will Norvell be canned with a well thought out plan in place to find his successor, or will FSU fall further into mediocrity because of poor management? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors!  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1 hr

  4. 5D AGO

    ACC SQUAD - The ACC HATES Notre Dame | Why Florida State is UPSET

    Notre Dame's favorable ACC deal ignites backlash across the conference. Are the Fighting Irish taking advantage of the system, or are envious ACC rivals just unwilling to take accountability? The ACC Squad break down explosive anonymous quotes from league insiders, spotlighting growing resentment over Notre Dame’s bowl privileges and football independence, and dissecting the fallout from recent ACC spring meetings at Amelia Island. The conversation also exposes how figures like Pete Bevacqua have handled criticism, and whether coaches and administrators are willing to put their name behind their frustration. The debate heats up over the 76-team NCAA basketball tournament expansion and imminent changes to the College Football Playoff. The ACC Squad analyzes financial motives, the impact on program legacies, and how expansion could shake up the postseason landscape—while calling out AD Michael Alford’s bold championship standard at Florida State. Will these dramatic shifts reshape the ACC’s power structure, or simply reward mediocrity? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    39 min
  5. RIDICULOUS: Florida State AD Michael Alford Says The Resources Are There, Makes More BOLD Statements

    MAY 13

    RIDICULOUS: Florida State AD Michael Alford Says The Resources Are There, Makes More BOLD Statements

    The Florida State Seminoles face rising pressure as Athletic Director Michael Alford declares “the goal is to compete for championships” and states “The resources are there,” but fans remain unconvinced, as they should. With Mike Norvell’s job security in question and the roster’s championship pedigree under fire, the program’s leadership grapples with mounting scrutiny. Does Alford’s coach-speak from a recent interview reflect confidence in the Seminoles’ future, or is it just deflection amid dwindling resources and recruiting setbacks? Brian Smith dissects the fallout from Alford’s ACC media remarks, examines the controversy over missing out on local talent like Jabari Watkins, and questions whether Florida State football has the right administrators in charge. Insights into player evaluations, recruiting missteps, and the administration’s shifting expectations spotlight the turmoil in Tallahassee. Can the Seminoles reverse their downward trajectory, or is a coaching shakeup inevitable by season’s end, if not before? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON.  Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.  Wayfair. Every style. Every home.    FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    24 min
  6. WAKE-UP CALL: Florida State's Program Has Been OUT-PERFORMED By Wake Forest | Recruiting

    MAY 12

    WAKE-UP CALL: Florida State's Program Has Been OUT-PERFORMED By Wake Forest | Recruiting

    It’s unheard of, but Wake Forest becomes the Florida State Seminoles’ barometer for football resurgence. Can Mike Norvell’s squad reclaim dominance as teams like Wake Forest, led by head coach Jake Dickert, maximize limited NIL resources and outperform better-funded programs? Brian Smith spotlights how Wake Forest’s player development and consistent coaching have put pressure on Florida State’s administration to demand higher standards—or face big changes on the sidelines and possibly the administration. Recruiting battles heat up across the ACC as Miami Hurricanes surge ahead, while traditional rivals and programs like Clemson, Virginia Tech, and SMU struggle to keep pace. Smith discusses how Florida State can capitalize on a weakened ACC landscape, outlining why an eight-win season should be the baseline and how the upcoming expanded 24-team College Football Playoff could provide a short-term boost for the Seminoles. Will leadership rise to the challenge—or is it time for a new era at Florida State? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON.  Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.  Wayfair. Every style. Every home.    FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    27 min
  7. ALARM: Florida State's WILD Recruiting Trends REVEALED

    MAY 11

    ALARM: Florida State's WILD Recruiting Trends REVEALED

    Florida State Seminoles’ recruiting rollercoaster sparks major concerns—are the right coaches truly committed to building a championship roster? Veteran recruiting analyst Brian Smith exposes the wildly inconsistent recruiting trends plaguing Florida State football, focusing on critical position-by-position disparities and the outsized influence individual coaches wield on player decisions. Key topics include Kam Martin’s standout efforts in attracting elite running backs despite a crowded depth chart, alarming gaps in offensive line and quarterback recruitment, and how recent staff changes impact a top prospect like Kamari Whitfield. Brian Smith questions if Mike Norvell and his staff can close the deal with top talent before the middle of June, while weighing the program’s struggles with NIL realities, roster stability, and fierce competition from rivals like Miami, Clemson, and Auburn. Will the Seminoles’ recruiting strategy pay off, or is a course correction desperately needed? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON.  Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.  Wayfair. Every style. Every home.    FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min
  8. URGENT: Florida State’s Richard McCullough and Board PURSUE ACC Exit and Super League DECISIONS

    MAY 8

    URGENT: Florida State’s Richard McCullough and Board PURSUE ACC Exit and Super League DECISIONS

    The Florida State Seminoles face a pivotal crossroads as President Richard McCullough and the Board of Trustees wrestle with high-stakes decisions which reshape the football program’s future. Will FSU’s pursuit of a spot in the Big Ten or SEC restore its status as a top college football powerhouse, or are mounting financial challenges too great to overcome? The episode also spotlights Athletic Director Michael Alford’s role amid swirling coaching questions—can he survive potential changes, and is a shakeup inevitable if Mike Norvell fails to deliver? Hosts Brian Smith and Jesse Koger break down the behind-the-scenes influence of university leadership, the critical impact of fundraising, NIL competition, and the necessity for a unified strategy. Key segments focus on potential coaching search scenarios, recruitment struggles, and whether FSU can ignite fanbase energy before revenue—and relevance—slip further. The countdown to the next big move in Tallahassee already began. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Locked On Seminoles podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports insider info for the Florida State Seminoles. Hosted by Brian Smith, the Locked On Seminoles podcast provides your daily Florida State Seminoles fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things ‘Noles. From the heart-pounding action at Doak Campbell Stadium to the fever-pitch excitement at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Seminoles podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Seminoles’ locker room and the ACC. The Locked On Seminoles podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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