Florida State's running backs compete for starting role ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Florida State's running back competition is heating up as fall camp approaches. Coach Kam Martin emphasizes the importance of performance, stating that all six running backs have a chance to earn the starting job. Among the contenders are Ousmane Kromah, Samuel Singleton Jr., and Texas transfer Quintrevion Wisner. The Seminoles, under coach Mike Norvell, aim to establish a strong ground game to support new quarterback Ashton Daniels in an important season. Phil Steele ranks Florida State's running back room as the 10th best in the nation, heightening expectations for improved offensive production.
- •Kam Martin opens competition for starting running back position.
- •Ousmane Kromah, Samuel Singleton Jr., and Quintrevion Wisner are top contenders.
- •Phil Steele ranks Florida State's running back room No. 10 nationally.
- •The team seeks to rely less on quarterback Ashton Daniels.
- •Establishing the run game is key to controlling offensive tempo.
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Florida State’s Biggest X-Factor is the running backs
"Most of the offseason spotlight has been on transfer quarterback Ashton Daniels, but Florida State’s biggest difference-maker may be behind him. With a talented running back room and a make-or-break season ahead, the Seminoles’ path back to contention could start on the ground.
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