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Linebacker LaVallee reflects on Seminoles' challenging season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:51 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Linebacker LaVallee reflects on Seminoles' challenging season

Summary

Florida State linebacker Caleb LaVallee discussed the learnings from last year's 5-7 season. He emphasized personal growth and how adversity on and off the field has shaped his approach to the game. LaVallee is optimistic about his potential under new linebackers coach Ernie Sims, highlighting the talent of the linebacking corps. He noted the importance of improving the team's turnover margin, which ranked poorly last season. LaVallee aims for a more aggressive style of play for the Seminoles' defense this season.

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By the Numbers

•Caleb LaVallee learned valuable lessons from last year's losing season.
•LaVallee highlighted the coaching influence of Ernie Sims.
•The Seminoles struggled with a turnover margin of -5 last season.
•LaVallee is focused on improving resilience and aggression on defense.
•The linebacking corps is seen as a top talent group on the team.

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2:51 AMYahoo Sports — Seminoles Losing Season a Teaching Moment for LB LaVallee

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Florida State linebacker Caleb LaVallee has the desire to improve his game, and the losing season suffered by the Seminoles last year was a teaching moment to help LaVallee make those improvements.
— Yahoo Sports

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