Episode Notes: Florida State Primetime LIVE #13 – NFL Draft Review Hosts: Jacob Smith (main host) + newcomer Gus Wilson (co-host) Show: FSUVOCFB (Florida State Primetime Live presented by FanDuel) Date/Context: Aired April 28, 2026 Post-2026 NFL Draft episode focusing on FSU’s draft class and broader ACC/NFL implications

Opening & Guest Intro

• Gus Wilson introduces himself: FSU graduating senior (Media & Communications + Entrepreneurship minor), aspiring sports journalist, excited about Seminoles football.

2026 NFL Draft – FSU Focus

• Daryl (Gerald) Jackson – Sole FSU draftee, taken early 4th round by New York Jets.
  • Gus liked the fit: rotational DT/nose tackle behind Devondre Sweat and veteran Harrison Phillips.
  • Immediate contributor potential due to Jets’ interior DL needs.
  • Continues Jets-FSU pipeline (Hamza Nasiruddin ’21, Jermaine Johnson ’22/’24, Jordan Travis ’25, now Jackson ’26).
• Undrafted Free Agents (UDFAs):
  • Jacob Rizzi (OL) – New England Patriots: Versatile (all 5 positions), good chance to make roster amid OL struggles.
  • Jerry Wilson (CB) – Los Angeles Chargers: 4.31 speed at pro day, strong chance in young/athletic secondary.
  • Squirrel White (WR/Returner) – Chicago Bears: Primarily special teams returner upside.
• Tommy Castellanos – Transitioning to WR; invites to Dolphins & Titans (joining Roydale Williams). Athleticism noted, but QB transition struggles common (reference to John Rhys Plumlee).

Broader Draft Reactions

• Quiet draft for FSU compared to recent years; reflects ongoing rebuild after down 2025 season.
• ACC Standouts: Miami & Clemson dominated (multiple early picks).
  • Clemson: Blake Miller, Peter Woods, TJ Parker, etc., despite disappointing season.
  • Miami: Strong haul including Keontae Scott to Buccaneers.
• Notable: Cade Klubnick (Clemson QB) to Jets; Carson Beck (Miami) early 3rd round to Cardinals.

2027 NFL Draft Outlook for FSU

• Deuce Robinson (WR) – Strong first-round candidate; big-bodied X-receiver prototype.
• Desire twins and others expected high if they return.

Current FSU NFL Players Outlook

• Keon Coleman (Bills) – Breakout candidate with full offseason + Joe Brady.
• Trey Benson (Cardinals) – Depth concerns with new additions; possible change of scenery.
• Others: Ryan Fitzgerald (kicker), Brenden Fisk, etc.

2026 FSU Football Season Preview

• Tough schedule: Alabama, SMU, Virginia, Louisville, Miami, Clemson, etc. Multiple Friday/Monday games.
• Gus’s predicted record: 5-7 (realistic ceiling ~7-5, floor ~4-8).
  • Early losses likely (SMU, Bama, Virginia, etc.).
  • Mid-season stretch could trigger coaching changes.
  • Late wins possible vs. Boston College, Pitt, Florida.
• Rebuilding year; not yet back to ACC contention.

Basketball, Baseball & Softball

• Men’s Basketball: Highly optimistic. Strong recruiting/transfer class (local talent + high-level transfers). Luke Laux praised. Potential NCAA Tournament team (8/9 seed possible).
• Softball: Dominant (43-7); Issa Torres breaking records. Strong College World Series hopes.
• Baseball: Struggling after Miles Bailey injury; still expected to make regionals.

Closing

• Gus plugs socials: @byGusWilson (Instagram/Twitter), LinkedIn as Michael Wilson.
• Next episode: Tuesday 8 PM.
• Sign-off: “Go Noles!”

Positive on individual FSU draft prospects and basketball/softball momentum; realistic/measured on 2026 football expectations during rebuild. Strong chemistry between Jacob & Gus.

Great introductory episode for Gus Wilson — insightful draft analysis and FSU program overview.

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