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Bob Ferrante

Bob is in his 15th year with Osceola, beginning as a contributing writer and columnist in 2010 before becoming editor in 2014. Contact Bob at [email protected]

Takeaways: What John Garrett, Mike Norvell, Michael Alford said about FSU's front office structure
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Jan 5, 2026

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Takeaways: What John Garrett, Mike Norvell, Michael Alford said about FSU's front office structure

Who makes personnel decisions? How collaborative is the relationship between Norvell and Garrett? The Osceola reflects on those topics and more.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
FSU lands commitment from Texas running back Tre Wisner

Jan 5, 2026

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FSU lands commitment from Texas running back Tre Wisner

Tre Wisner had a 1,000-yard season in 2024 and is a productive pass-catcher.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
DJ Lagway on 'cloud 9' after FSU visit, set to travel to Virginia next

Jan 5, 2026

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DJ Lagway on 'cloud 9' after FSU visit, set to travel to Virginia next

Florida QB transfer reflects on time at FSU, meeting OC Gus Malzahn.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Notes: Desir twins, Amaree Williams announce intentions to enter the transfer portal

Jan 5, 2026

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Notes: Desir twins, Amaree Williams announce intentions to enter the transfer portal

FSU suffers significant defensive line losses if all three indeed depart.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Notes: USF defensive back will pick between FSU, Oregon; Colandrea's visit wraps

Jan 4, 2026

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Notes: USF defensive back will pick between FSU, Oregon; Colandrea's visit wraps

Jarvis Lee reflects on his visit, Anthony Colandrea spends the day at FSU and more from a busy Sunday as transfers meet with coaches.

Jerry Kutz
Bob Ferrante
Jerry Kutz, +1
Duke holds off FSU's upset bid

Jan 3, 2026

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Duke holds off FSU's upset bid

Chauncey Wiggins and Robert McCray each score 22 points in Blue Devils' 91-87 win.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
FSU lands South Alabama corner Nehemiah Chandler

Jan 3, 2026

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FSU lands South Alabama corner Nehemiah Chandler

The Seminoles strengthen their secondary with a Wakulla High product, adding to a room of returning veterans.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Notes: UNLV's Anthony Colandrea, UF's DJ Lagway to visit FSU on Sunday

Jan 3, 2026

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Notes: UNLV's Anthony Colandrea, UF's DJ Lagway to visit FSU on Sunday

Earl Little Jr. also contemplating a return to FSU. Plus more transfer visits in the works.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Transfer portal preview: FSU's needs on offense
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Jan 2, 2026

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Transfer portal preview: FSU's needs on offense

A position-by-position look at what should be a busy January for the Seminoles.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Notes: Ashlynd Barker returning to FSU, prospects set up visits

Jan 2, 2026

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Notes: Ashlynd Barker returning to FSU, prospects set up visits

A South Alabama DB with local ties, Nehemiah Chandler, plans a visit to FSU.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante

Basketball

Pregame notes: FSU plays host to No. 6 Duke

Jan 2, 2026

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Pregame notes: FSU plays host to No. 6 Duke

FSU plays its third Final Four team from a year ago, hosting Duke on Saturday.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Duce Robinson announces his return: 'I’m really excited to be able to be a Seminole again in 2026'

Jan 1, 2026

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Duce Robinson announces his return: 'I’m really excited to be able to be a Seminole again in 2026'

FSU will have its difference-making receiver back for his senior season.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Cornerback Ja'Bril Rawls shifts gears, returning to FSU in 2026

Dec 31, 2025

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Cornerback Ja'Bril Rawls shifts gears, returning to FSU in 2026

One of FSU's top defensive backs, Rawls opts to stay in Tallahassee.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Report: FSU assistant coach John Papuchis taking job at Mizzou

Dec 31, 2025

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Report: FSU assistant coach John Papuchis taking job at Mizzou

John Papuchis had coached FSU's defensive ends (2020-24) and linebackers (2025).

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Earl Little Jr. decides to enter NFL Draft

Dec 30, 2025

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Earl Little Jr. decides to enter NFL Draft

The junior rover was FSU's leading tackler in 2025.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Analyzing four transfer quarterbacks and their potential fit at FSU
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Dec 29, 2025

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Analyzing four transfer quarterbacks and their potential fit at FSU

FSU will have a new-look QB room in 2026. Here's a look at some transfer options who could be in the mix when the portal officially opens on Jan. 2.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante

Basketball

Pregame notes: FSU opens ACC play at UNC

Dec 29, 2025

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Pregame notes: FSU opens ACC play at UNC

Seminoles begin league play by facing a tall challenge in UNC's big men on Tuesday.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
FSU reportedly set to hire John Garrett as general manager

Dec 27, 2025

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FSU reportedly set to hire John Garrett as general manager

John Garrett worked at FSU in 2022-23 and had been Duke's GM the last two years.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Earl Pritchard shares details of Ethan's determination in rehab journey

Dec 26, 2025

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Earl Pritchard shares details of Ethan's determination in rehab journey

Ethan Pritchard works with therapists five days each week and he's beginning to walk (with help) and doing squats.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Five storylines that shaped FSU women's athletics in 2025

Dec 25, 2025

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Five storylines that shaped FSU women's athletics in 2025

A national title, Lonni Alameda's cancer battle, excellence on the golf course and more as we reflect on 2025.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
FSU's quarterback room will look very different in 2026

Dec 24, 2025

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FSU's quarterback room will look very different in 2026

Tommy Castellanos declares he will turn pro, while Brock Glenn announces his intention to enter the transfer portal. What's next?

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
Five storylines that shaped FSU men's athletics in 2025

Dec 23, 2025

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Five storylines that shaped FSU men's athletics in 2025

From a massive win over Alabama to Luke Loucks' hire and Alex Lodise's grand cycle, a look back at those and more storylines from the year.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante

Basketball

Martin Somerville scores 23 points as FSU routs JU in final non-conference game

Dec 22, 2025

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Martin Somerville scores 23 points as FSU routs JU in final non-conference game

The Seminoles take control early and defeat JU 87-63.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
FSU receives $65 million gift for College of Business, $1 million gift for soccer-softball complex

Dec 22, 2025

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FSU receives $65 million gift for College of Business, $1 million gift for soccer-softball complex

The gift for the College of Business is the second largest in FSU's history.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
The stats told a story for FSU in 2025, but one stat spoke volumes about the struggles

Dec 21, 2025

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The stats told a story for FSU in 2025, but one stat spoke volumes about the struggles

FSU was among the top 50 in most major offensive and defensive categories. But turnovers and turnover margin stuck out in 2025.

Bob Ferrante
Bob Ferrante
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