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With one key contributor entering the transfer portal and two others graduating, Florida State will be looking to bolster its linebacker position

Wake Forest Demon Deacons quarterback Robby Ashford (2) runs the ball past Florida State Seminoles linebacker Blake Nichelson (20) during the first quarter at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. (Melina Myers-Imagn Images)

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Portal Priorities: FSU must replenish depleted linebacker corps

Florida State defensive coordinator Tony White sent some very direct messages to his players early this preseason.  After the very first scrimmage,

Florida State linebacker AJ Cottrill. (Matt LaSerre/Warchant)

How former walk-ons AJ Cottrill, Donny Hiebert climbed way onto FSU depth chart

Of all the positions on Florida State's defense, linebacker was the one where the Seminoles returned a great deal of experience going into the 2025

New position coach John Papuchis works with the Florida State linebackers in a preseason practice. (Gene Williams/Warchant)

New scheme, leaders and position coach have FSU encouraged about LB improvement

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Portal Priorities: FSU must replenish depleted linebacker corps

How former walk-ons AJ Cottrill, Donny Hiebert climbed way onto FSU depth chart

New scheme, leaders and position coach have FSU encouraged about LB improvement

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