Florida State looks to newcomers to improve after past seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 12:13 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Florida State football is set to begin its 2026 season against New Mexico State on August 29. The team is focused on rejuvenating its roster after experiencing back-to-back losing seasons with records of 2-10 and 5-7. A standout newcomer is offensive tackle Xavier Chaplin, a senior transfer from Auburn who previously excelled at Virginia Tech. With only one returning offensive lineman, the team is counting on Chaplin and other new players to strengthen their performance this season.
- •Florida State opens its 2026 season on August 29 against New Mexico State.
- •Xavier Chaplin is a significant transfer from Auburn.
- •The team had records of 2-10 and 5-7 in the last two seasons.
- •Only one offensive lineman is returning this year.
- •Chaplin was previously honored as a third-team All-American.
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"Florida State is hoping newcomers to the program will bring new energy, some that is sorely needed after going 2-10 and 5-7 in the last two years.
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