Here are five Florida State players who must take the next step in 2026

By admin — In News — July 22, 2026

   ​With fall camp approaching and Florida State’s season opener against New Mexico State just a month away, plenty of questions surround Mike Norvell’s program entering his seventh season in Tallahassee.The Seminoles will feature a mix of established veterans, newcomers and former highly touted recruits still searching for consistency. For several players, 2026 represents a pivotal year — whether it’s a final opportunity to maximize their potential, a chance to bounce back from injury or an opportunity to prove they belong in a full-time role.Here are five Seminoles who could be poised to turn the corner this season.Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.Jayvan Boggs, Sophomore, Wide ReceiverWith Duce Robinson entrenched as Florida State’s top receiver, Micahi Danzy showing flashes last season and young talents Devin Carter and Jasen Lopez generating buzz, Jayvan Boggs has quietly slipped under the radar.That wasn’t the case a year ago.Boggs was one of the standouts of spring and fall camp as a freshman and eventually started four of the eight games he played. However, his production didn’t match the offseason hype, as he finished with nine catches for 103 yards and one touchdown.Now entering his sophomore season, Boggs has an opportunity to remind everyone why he earned those early opportunities. With another year of development and added experience, he could be in line for a significant jump in production.More: FSU football star Duce Robinson brings pickleball, charity togetherAndré Otto, Redshirt junior, Offensive LineFlorida State’s staff has long believed André Otto possessed the tools to become a key contributor along the offensive line. The challenge has been finding consistency.Now entering his junior season, Otto appears ready to step into a starting role after spending the past three years as a reserve. The 6-foot-5, 318-pound lineman is projected to start at left guard and will be part of a revamped offensive line featuring several transfer additions.Norvell has expressed excitement about Otto’s development and what he can bring to the front five. After years of waiting for his opportunity, Otto enters 2026 facing a simple question: Can he become the player Florida State envisioned when it recruited him?More: How Duce Robinson’s return can help FSU football, improve NFL stockKevin “JuJu” Wynn, Redshirt freshman, Defensive LineFew young Seminoles enter the season with higher expectations than Kevin “JuJu” Wynn.The former highly regarded recruit from Greensboro, Georgia, arrived at Florida State known for his natural strength and leverage. Injuries, however, limited his freshman campaign. Wynn appeared in just four games before preserving a redshirt season.With veteran defensive tackle Darrell Jackson Jr. no longer in the program, Wynn is expected to compete for a major role at nose tackle. His combination of power and athleticism could make him a key piece in Florida State’s defensive front.If Wynn remains healthy, 202  

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