Vince Young reveals interest in FSU, but sought as wide receiver

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Vince Young reveals interest in FSU, but sought as wide receiver

Summary

Vince Young, in the new Netflix documentary, shares his childhood admiration for Florida State and his desire to play quarterback there. However, FSU recruited him as a wide receiver under coach Bobby Bowden, which he refused. Young, a top recruit from Texas in 2002, ultimately chose the Longhorns, leading to his storied college career and NFL journey. The documentary titled 'The Untold Testimony of Vince Young' discusses his highs and lows on and off the field.

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Key Details

•Young grew up a fan of Florida State and admired Charlie Ward.
•FSU wanted Young as a wide receiver, not a quarterback.
•Young was the No. 1 recruit in 2002 and had a perfect rating.
•He chose Texas over FSU, LSU, Arkansas, and Kansas State.
•The documentary explores Young's career from his Texas days to the NFL.

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5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Texas QB Vince Young wanted to go to FSU, but 'Noles wanted him at WR

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One of the revelations from the Netflix Vince Young documentary is that he grew up loving Florida State and wanted to be next Charlie Ward.
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