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Florida State just hit the reset button.

Danny Kanell joins The Next Round for a wide-ranging college football conversation covering Florida State's mounting pressure on Mike Norvell, Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, the latest LSU injury-report drama, Oklahoma QB John Mateer, Mississippi State breakout Kamario Taylor, Oregon's veteran roster and much more. The conversation begins with Kanell's former program, Florida State, where frustration has reached a boiling point. The Seminoles are coming off a 27-24 home loss to SMU, and fans were heard booing head coach Mike Norvell and chanting for his firing. Florida State then made a major administrative change by parting ways with athletic director Michael Alford ahead of FSU's trip to Tuscaloosa to face Alabama. Kanell explains why he believes the atmosphere around the Seminoles has become toxic and what Norvell may need to accomplish to change the direction of the program. The discussion then turns to Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell after the Crimson Tide's 45-17 road win over Kentucky. Russell threw two interceptions but responded to adversity and helped Alabama dominate the second half. Kanell explains why a young quarterback's response to mistakes can reveal more than his performance in an easy blowout, while also evaluating whether Alabama has truly fixed its running-game issues. Kanell also reacts to LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt being listed as doubtful ahead of LSU's Top-10 showdown at Ole Miss. Does Kanell actually believe Leavitt will miss the game, or is LSU head coach Lane Kiffin playing games with the SEC availability report? Plus, Kanell breaks down Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer after the Sooners' 17-10 loss at Michigan and explains why Mateer's offseason work to change his throwing motion concerns him. We also discuss one of college football's fastest-rising young quarterbacks: Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor. Taylor threw for 227 yards and three touchdowns while adding 86 rushing yards in Mississippi State's 38-13 win at Minnesota, but Kanell explains why the true test comes when a young quarterback faces SEC pressure on the road. Finally, the conversation shifts to Oregon and Dan Lanning following the Ducks' stunning 39-31 loss at Oklahoma State. Kanell discusses how NIL, veteran rosters and players delaying the NFL Draft can create a more professional mindset inside college locker rooms—and why keeping highly compensated players emotionally invested after adversity could become one of the biggest challenges in modern college football. Danny Kanell can be heard on The Early Read with Roy Philpott on SiriusXM College Sports Radio and regularly appears on CBS Sports HQ. Subscribe to The Next Round for daily coverage of Alabama football, Auburn football, SEC football, the College Football Playoff, NIL, coaching news and the biggest stories across college football. #DannyKanell #CollegeFootball #SEC #FloridaState #FSUFootball #MikeNorvell #AlabamaFootball #KeelonRussell #LSUFootball #LaneKiffin #JohnMateer #OklahomaFootball #KamarioTaylor #MississippiState #OregonFootball #DanLanning #TheNextRound SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(3:00) Michael Alford takes the fall for FSU Football's shortcomings(12:00) Likely profile of next Florida State AD(19:00) Is this Peter Collins's world and we're just living in it? (31:00) Is Norvell safe?(38:00) Where is FSU spending vs. the rest of the country?(41:00) Coach wish list(51:00) Some crumbs of retaining Norvell?(57:00) Man, it sounds like he could be safe.(1:03:00) Norvell takeaways from presserMusic: Saosin - Just Be HonestFollow CumminsLifestyle on IGbatesautodetailing.com -- save $100 on a ceramic coating package when mentioning Wake Up WarchantDownload Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(3:00) Michael Alford takes the fall for FSU Football's shortcomings(12:00) Likely profile of next Florida State AD(19:00) Is this Peter Collins's world and we're just living in it? (31:00) Is Norvell safe?(38:00) Where is FSU spending vs. the rest of the country?(41:00) Coach wish list(51:00) Some crumbs of retaining Norvell?(57:00) Man, it sounds like he could be safe.(1:03:00) Norvell takeaways from presserMusic: Saosin - Just Be HonestFollow CumminsLifestyle on IGbatesautodetailing.com -- save $100 on a ceramic coating package when mentioning Wake Up WarchantDownload Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Connor Riley analyzes Georgia's mindset ahead of their first SEC road game and how Kirby Smart uses external criticism as motivation. They also evaluate the Falcons' ongoing quarterback uncertainty and react to Michael Alford's firing at Florida State.(00:01:50) Tua Tagovailoa's Fragility(00:03:53) Connor Riley on Georgia Bulldogs(00:10:15) LSU vs Ole Miss Preview(00:15:11) Arch Manning Public Apology(00:19:30) Chiefs Beat Broncos Recap(00:20:48) Falcons Quarterback Mystery(00:28:31) Cooper Rush Injury Update(00:33:24) Florida State Fires AD(00:35:24) Dan Lanning Defends Dante Moore(00:40:48) NBA Las Vegas Expansion

Warchant.com's Ira Schoffel stopped by 3 Man Front on Tuesday to preview FSU's rematch against Alabama in Tuscaloosa and the departure of Florida State AD Michael Alford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida State decided to fire Athletic Director Michael Alford on Monday morning, and the On The Bench crew of Chris Nee, Kolby Crawford, and John Evans break down why the move happened and what comes next for FSU. Brendan Sonnone and Zach Blostein also joined the conversation.The guys discuss the decisions that led Florida State to this point, including roster spending, NIL strategy, the delayed construction of the football front office, and organizational misalignment. They also examine President Richard McCullough's comments and what they could signal about a more business and revenue-focused approach for FSU's next athletic director.(0:00) - Intro (2:12) - Why Florida State Fired Michael Alford (9:03) - How FSU's Athletic Department Fell Behind (22:20) - John Garrett Hire & FSU's Front Office Problems (38:10) - What Richard McCullough's Comments Mean (47:06) - Potential Candidates to Replace Michael Alford (55:03) - What Alford's Firing Means for Mike Norvell (1:08:32) - FSU's Roster Spending & Construction Problems (1:13:58) - Most Important Trait for FSU's Next AD (1:20:30) - Potential Candidates to Replace Mike Norvell (1:27:09) - Final ThoughtsYou can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated!Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel.

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Tyler Waldrep of Pistols Firing recaps Oklahoma State's shocking win against Oregon. Chuck and Heath discuss FSU firing their AD and a key injury for UCF. David Eckert of Horns 247 analyzes Texas rallying to beat Ohio State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, publisher Jerry Kutz and editor Bob Ferrante discuss FSU president Richard McCullough's decision to dismiss athletics director Michael Alford, what's next in terms of administration alignment and what it means for Mike Norvell. We reflect on what McCullough said, Jerry gives a bio sketch of interim AD Bruce Warwick and then what does it mean for Norvell. McCullough had some interesting comments about how he feels about FSU's football coach. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by Alumni Hall and Grassroots Coffee. For more coverage of Alford and FSU football, go to theOsceola.com.

As part of our Gospel Life series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

Mike Bianchi had a chance to talk to Florida State athletic director Michael Alford! What is the future gonna look like for the Noles and Mike Norvell? Its Friday so that means trivia can one of you finally beat the bulldog? We end the week with a Mic'd Up and a best of the week!

(4:00) Defense sounds awfully headstrong and confident (12:00) FSU vs. the ACC (21:00) Is FSU deeper than 2025? (27:00) All-conference options (34:00) Why folk are sour on Michael Alford (41:00) OL attitude (46:00) What completion percentage is good enough for Ashton Daniels (54:00) Is any level of improvement good enough (63:00) PCSA (69:00) Nice. Leadership and talent (73:00) Media corner Music: Me Likes Bees - Shush Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/ Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(4:00) Defense sounds awfully headstrong and confident (12:00) FSU vs. the ACC (21:00) Is FSU deeper than 2025? (27:00) All-conference options (34:00) Why folk are sour on Michael Alford (41:00) OL attitude (46:00) What completion percentage is good enough for Ashton Daniels (54:00) Is any level of improvement good enough (63:00) PCSA (69:00) Nice. Leadership and talent (73:00) Media corner Music: Me Likes Bees - Shush Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/ Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(2:00) Corey starts us off with a defense of Michael Alford (10:00) Student-athlete (15:00) Betting on FSU (24:00) How to make your kid an FSU fan (29:00) How to convince adults to respect FSU (37:00) Offensive potential greater or lesser than last year (45:00) Establish, stop run (56:00) Ashton Daniels, Charlie Ward and ball security Music: Cursive - The Avalance Of Our Demise Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod   Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(2:00) Corey starts us off with a defense of Michael Alford (10:00) Student-athlete (15:00) Betting on FSU (24:00) How to make your kid an FSU fan (29:00) How to convince adults to respect FSU (37:00) Offensive potential greater or lesser than last year (45:00) Establish, stop run (56:00) Ashton Daniels, Charlie Ward and ball security Music: Cursive - The Avalance Of Our Demise Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code WAKEUP at https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod   Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/7v4dbwf9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As part of our Gospel Life series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

How's it going Bonsai Buds! We have a yet another North American native species episode for y'all. On this episode of Little Things, Evan chats with Michael Alford about Ashe's juniper, juniperus ashei. This species of juniper has a lot to offer to the bonsai community of the southeastern United States. It thrives in hot humid climes and doesn't mind short winters. Listen as Michael talks with Evan about collection techniques and the little surprises found with working with the species. Yamadori in Central Texas and more on this super sweet episode!Check out Michael's trees and yamadori at https://www.i-digit-bonsai.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTEhtVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFhTGZncUdnWUNKdXJSaGNuc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvB8Dw4kc-V54xh5Bx-psujrLOVK8uiyU6izPyo4F6jj_vJvn9E2EvGe51c6_aem_6Dk7dsWmIhPqClFMpLhTYgThat's I-Dig-It-Bonsai ^Again thanks to our sponsors: Joshua Roth Tools, Underhill Bonsai, and Bonsai BarAlso, a massive thanks to our editor Matt O'Donnell. Thanks for editing every episode and meeting deadlines!Buy Joshua Roth tools on Underhill's online store:underhillbonsaistore.comBook classes at your favorite brewery:bonsaibar.com

As part of our Gospel Life series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

As part of our Stand Alone series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

Florida State Athletic Director, Michael Alford, joins the show to discuss moving the Georgia game to a neutral site, the state of FSU football and much more! Presented by Ingles Markets. Sponsored by Rhoback, use code GM2026 for 20% off. Produced by Richmond Weaver

As part of our Last Things series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

As part of our Last Things series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

Florida State's administration faces mounting uncertainty with football decision, and probably concerns over the $400 million in bond debt. There's frustration and reduced booster support across Seminole Nation. Are the program's financial decisions jeopardizing not just football, but the entire athletic department? Recruiting analyst Brian Smith explores booster sentiment, drops pointed questions about Michael Alford's administration, and highlights how ongoing financial constraints could impact not only Mike Norvell but also FSU's conference ambitions.Major talking points include the fallout from the Doak Campbell Stadium overhaul, concerns over NIL funding, and the real possibility of tough cuts to non-revenue sports if football performance continues to slump. With Miami and Florida outspending the Seminoles, the pressure is on—can Florida State's leadership restore confidence and competitiveness before the 2027 “dead stop” season? Don't miss this deep dive into the crucial crossroads for Florida State's athletics and the passionate debate among its fanbase.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://lockedonseminoles.supercast.com/  Support us by supporting our sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYHave your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon.MazdaLike our players, we're driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There's more to a Mazda. Because there's more to you.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn't file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastFanDuelUse your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As part of our Last Things series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

As part of our Last Things series. Delivered by Michael Alford. This sermon is also available to watch on YouTube.

On a special addition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines: Jerry Kutz and Bob Ferrante talk in the truck and unpack thoughts from Monday's press conference with Michael Alford, John Garrett and Mike Norvell. We reflect on what's changing in an NFL-like model and how it could help shape the program in 2026 and beyond. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by Alumni Hall.

(3:00) There should be good news but when, who knows...(7:00) Who would come be GM, any hints as to the power they'll wield(13:30) Michael Alford and NIL(26:00) Ride with your recruits or rentals?(28:00) The thought of a power struggle at the top of FSU Football(38:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(55:30) Thoughts on Surtain(1:00:00) Win in the next 5 years or else...(1:06:00) Where, how to allocate money(1:16:00) What would you do if you were Alford?(1:23:00) What went wrong(1:30:00) Who's to blame?Music: Firehouse - Rocking Around The Christmas Treevitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free!Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off  by going to https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod Download the  Underdog app today and sign up with promo code WARCHANT to score A HUNDRED dollars in Bonus Funds when you play your first five dollarsMust be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (46736) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(3:00) There should be good news but when, who knows...(7:00) Who would come be GM, any hints as to the power they'll wield(13:30) Michael Alford and NIL(26:00) Ride with your recruits or rentals?(28:00) The thought of a power struggle at the top of FSU Football(38:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(55:30) Thoughts on Surtain(1:00:00) Win in the next 5 years or else...(1:06:00) Where, how to allocate money(1:16:00) What would you do if you were Alford?(1:23:00) What went wrong(1:30:00) Who's to blame?Music: Firehouse - Rocking Around The Christmas Treevitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free!Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off  by going to https://www.Ridge.com/WAKEUP #Ridgepod Download the  Underdog app today and sign up with promo code WARCHANT to score A HUNDRED dollars in Bonus Funds when you play your first five dollarsMust be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (46736) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(4:00) The passionate disagreements that will be our 2026 offseason(12:00) If admin wasn't aligned on keeping Mike, how will the build consensus for GM hire, etc?(13:00) Michael Alford was working in the shadows trying to replace Mike. Respek.(22:00) A head coach has much more impact than we think-- what's Mike bringing to the table?(33:00) Recorded on Wednesday afternoon, Matt LaSerre breaks down the FSU signing day(56:00) How will Norvell react to reading that the AD was trying to backchannel him out of a job(1:07:00) Hoops looking roughMusic: Tigers Jaw - Head Like A Sinking Stonevitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free!In Crawfordville, your Home Convenience Store is ACE Home Center & NAPA Auto Parts located at 2709 Crawfordville Hwy  Download the  Underdog app today and sign up with promo code WARCHANT to score A HUNDRED dollars in Bonus Funds when you play your first five dollarsMust be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (46736) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(4:00) The passionate disagreements that will be our 2026 offseason(12:00) If admin wasn't aligned on keeping Mike, how will the build consensus for GM hire, etc?(13:00) Michael Alford was working in the shadows trying to replace Mike. Respek.(22:00) A head coach has much more impact than we think-- what's Mike bringing to the table?(33:00) Recorded on Wednesday afternoon, Matt LaSerre breaks down the FSU signing day(56:00) How will Norvell react to reading that the AD was trying to backchannel him out of a job(1:07:00) Hoops looking roughMusic: Tigers Jaw - Head Like A Sinking Stonevitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free!In Crawfordville, your Home Convenience Store is ACE Home Center & NAPA Auto Parts located at 2709 Crawfordville Hwy  Download the  Underdog app today and sign up with promo code WARCHANT to score A HUNDRED dollars in Bonus Funds when you play your first five dollarsMust be 18+ (19+ in Alabama & Nebraska; 19+ in Colorado for some games; 21+ in Arizona, Massachusetts & Virginia) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. See assets.underdogfantasy.com/web/PlayandGetTerms_DFS_.html for details. Offer not valid in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org. In New York, call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (46736) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3:30 What do heated interactions on the sideline mean for Mike?7:00 Impact of new facility?11:30 Sunken cost fallacy with Mike?14:30 Postseason coaching decisions17:15 Michael Alford comments22:30 CP read26:00 What players do you hope stay if Mike is gone?29:00 What is FSU's standard?34:30 QB predictions with a loss? What happens with coaching changes?37:30 Is the portal the source of FSU's problems and lack of depth?43:00 Analyzing Mikes tone45:00 Return of FSU alumni as HC?46:20 Incentive for current FSU players49:45 Can FSU get the next Curt Cignetti?54:30 Louisiana government getting involved at LSU?58:00 Corey as a HC and OutroMusic: In Her Own Words - Cherry Redvitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free!In Crawfordville, your Home Convenience Store is ACE Home Center & NAPA Auto Parts located at 2709 Crawfordville Hwy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3:30 What do heated interactions on the sideline mean for Mike?7:00 Impact of new facility?11:30 Sunken cost fallacy with Mike?14:30 Postseason coaching decisions17:15 Michael Alford comments26:00 What players do you hope stay if Mike is gone?29:00 What is FSU's standard?34:30 QB predictions with a loss? What happens with coaching changes?37:30 Is the portal the source of FSU's problems and lack of depth?43:00 Analyzing Mikes tone45:00 Return of FSU alumni as HC?46:20 Incentive for current FSU players49:45 Can FSU get the next Curt Cignetti?54:30 Louisiana government getting involved at LSU?58:00 Corey as a HC and OutroMusic: In Her Own Words - Cherry Redvitaminenergy.com | PROMO: warchantbogo | buy one, get one free!In Crawfordville, your Home Convenience Store is ACE Home Center & NAPA Auto Parts located at 2709 Crawfordville Hwy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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We are excited to be joined by another ACC Athletic Director this week! FSU AD Michael Alford joins us to discuss the ACC settlement, revenue sharing, renovations at Doak Campbell, the new Dunlap Football Center and much more. Presented by Ingles Markets. Sponsored by Rhoback, use code GMPOD for 20% off. Produced by Richmond Weaver

(3:00) Video recap from day 2 at ACC Spring Meetings -- sounds like everyone wants one portal period and January(5:00) Is FSU in good hands with Michael Alford?(7:30) Norvell continues to confront 2024, shares a lesson learned(10:00) Alford quite pleased with new coaching arrangement(11:30) Did FSU get a good enough spring look with all the injuries?(13:30) Luke Loucks going to schedule like Bobby Bowden!(17:00) Tommy Castellanos, no pressure...but deliver(26:00) Gavin Sawchuck, back to basics portal profile?(29:00) More on RBs(30:00) Big news on Jayson Jenkins?(32:00) Believe it or not, FSU athletics seems to be in a very good placeMusic: One Step Closer - Jinxvitaminenergy.com | Shake it and take it!

(3:00) Video recap from day 2 at ACC Spring Meetings -- sounds like everyone wants one portal period and January(5:00) Is FSU in good hands with Michael Alford?(7:30) Norvell continues to confront 2024, shares a lesson learned(10:00) Alford quite pleased with new coaching arrangement(11:30) Did FSU get a good enough spring look with all the injuries?(13:30) Luke Loucks going to schedule like Bobby Bowden!(17:00) Tommy Castellanos, no pressure...but deliver(26:00) Gavin Sawchuck, back to basics portal profile?(29:00) More on RBs(30:00) Big news on Jayson Jenkins?(32:00) Believe it or not, FSU athletics seems to be in a very good placeMusic: One Step Closer - Jinxvitaminenergy.com | Shake it and take it!

FSU AD Michael Alford on construction progress, the salary-cap era, and more To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, FSU athletics director Michael Alford took on an extensive search for a new coach. After talking with college coaches and assistant coaches, the Seminoles have picked an FSU alum in Luke Loucks - a senior on the 2012 ACC Tournament title team - and a coach who was building an NBA resume after earning championships with the Golden State Warriors and had been with the Sacramento Kings since 2022. Thanks to Seminole Sidelines' sponsors: Alumni Hall and Mowrey Law Firm. Join the Osceola for 30 days for free, using promo code Osceola30 For more on FSU basketball, football and recruiting, go to theOsceola.com.  

#201: Michael Alford is the Florida State University Director of Athletics. Alford has helped position Seminole athletics among the nation's elite both in terms of competitive excellence and as influential in the critical issues of the day. He has truly emerged as one of collegiate athletics' leaders while remaining true to his primary objective – an unwavering commitment to student-athlete welfare.That commitment has produced measurable results by every metric within a solution-oriented, positive culture that places the student-athlete first in all pursuits. It's evidenced, in part, by his direction of more than $400 million for projects to improve athletic facilities and fields in just the last three years.It is clear to anyone that comes to campus as construction on the 150,000 square foot Dunlap Football Center and state-of-the-art improvements to historic Doak Campbell Stadium are fully in progress entering the 2025 football season.Alford is equally committed to the success of the student in the classroom resulting in the strongest consistent academic performance in athletics department history. FSU student-athletes established an all-time best cumulative grade-point average of 3.250 as a department. Not only that but numerous teams have excelled in their respective sports from football, baseball, softball, volleyball, and many others. Over three decades in intercollegiate athletics and professional sports, he has held positions with the Dallas Cowboys, the University of Alabama, the University of Oklahoma, the University of Southern California, the Cincinnati Bengals and was Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics at Central Michigan University.For more info on Michael check out social media and seminoles.com This is a great conversation with an incredible leader. Enjoy the show! 

Florida State is progressing quickly towards spring football. The gang at Noles247's On The Bench podcast opens up the MAILBAG to take questions on position battles, newcomers to watch, and more spring-related topics. Plus we veer off to take questions on the reasons for optimism/skepticism about the future of the program under Mike Norvell, and moves made by athletic director Michael Alford. Sonnone can't talk. Nee misgenders his new dog.  You can subscribe to On The Bench, X's and Noles, and Beyond The Bench on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. As always, five-star reviews and comments on Apple Podcasts are appreciated! Also, you can watch the show on YouTube now. We'll do live streams as well, and you can get notifications on when we're live by subscribing to our YouTube channel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys discuss the latest in recruiting, Pat Surtain Sr., EJ Manuel's take on Mike Norvell calling plays, Thomas Castellanos, Chip Long visiting practices, Michael Alford and Norvell's plan, FSU vs. Charleston Southern preview, best bets, score predictions, and latest on 4-1 FSU basketball.If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, make sure you subscribe so you do not miss any new episodes. Feel free to rate us 5-stars and leave a review, it helps a lot! Join our Patreon to receive insider scoop 24/7: https://www.patreon.com/NoleGamedayJoin thousands of FSU fans in our Discord for FREE: https://discord.gg/sUGqPQnFollow the guys on Twitter:Show - @HearTheSpearAustin - @NolesVikesVeazDustin - @Dussttin Logan - @LogansTwittyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Michael Alford – Vice President and Director of Athletics at Florida State – on the national brand that is FSU athletics, and how they're able to compete for market share with NFL teams, without having to follow the same regional restrictions.   Listen to the full episode here: https://nvgt.com/podcast?ppplayer=98f56b6dd6dca41729f186d12a4d1251&ppepisode=d673c4611a03e742750bbd3c18d30857   For more insights, visit our LinkedIn page or learn more about Navigate at https://nvgt.com/.

Michael Alford - Vice President and Director of Athletics at Florida State - on the current and future challenges surrounding college sports.   He discusses the role of analytics in projecting future revenue streams, and the possibility of private equity investment into athletic departments.   Details: 3:55 - The role of analytics in collegiate athletics 6:35 - Pro sports vs. college sport 9:40 - Private Equity in college athletics 15:35 - Mixed-use development 18:05 - How to build a successful athletic department 21:30 - Performance-based incentives 29:40 - Rapid Fire Questions   Books Recommendations: Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson Taking London Tallahassee Restaurant Recommendations: Blue Halo Shell Oyster Bar   For more insights, visit our LinkedIn page or learn more about Navigate at https://nvgt.com/.

Send us a Text Message.Florida State University Director of Athletics Michael Alford (6:28) joins the podcast.Find out more details about this episode here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1153229/episodes/15427341-michael-alford-athletic-director-florida-state-university-interviewSupport the 1 Star Recruits podcast by subscribing to our Patreon!  Receive all of our bonus content for only $4.99 per month.EPISODE SPONSORS:500 Level - Get 20% off all orders with the promo code DKANDRIPPro Financial InsuranceIN THIS EPISODE:Michael AlfordNBA Vegas Summer LeagueFlorida State SeminolesFlorida State footballRECEIVER on NetflixFollow 1 Star Recruits on:InstagramTwitterFacebookYoutubeTikTokPatreon

(4:00) Jamie Arnold the play for Friday. Agree? (14:00) Michael Alford most impactful FSU AD...ever? (19:00) The Animals (25:00) If ND joined the ACC tomorrow would that change the FSU calculus? (31:00) Convince me Norvell, Jarrett isn't Bowden, Martin! (37:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins (50:00) Gym talk (59:00) Life before Supers (1:05:00) Top 40 has a different feel -- better or worse? (1:09:00) Should Norvell spar with media personalities Music: 311 - You're Gonna Get It Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(4:00) Jamie Arnold the play for Friday. Agree?(14:00) Michael Alford most impactful FSU AD...ever?(19:00) The Animals(25:00) If ND joined the ACC tomorrow would that change the FSU calculus?(31:00) Convince me Norvell, Jarrett isn't Bowden, Martin!(37:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(50:00) Gym talk(59:00) Life before Supers(1:05:00) Top 40 has a different feel -- better or worse?(1:09:00) Should Norvell spar with media personalitiesMusic: 311 - You're Gonna Get It Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(4:00) Jamie Arnold the play for Friday. Agree? (14:00) Michael Alford most impactful FSU AD...ever? (19:00) The Animals (25:00) If ND joined the ACC tomorrow would that change the FSU calculus? (31:00) Convince me Norvell, Jarrett isn't Bowden, Martin! (37:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins (50:00) Gym talk (59:00) Life before Supers (1:05:00) Top 40 has a different feel -- better or worse? (1:09:00) Should Norvell spar with media personalities Music: 311 - You're Gonna Get It Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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(4:00) Ira Schoffel on Michael Alford's approach at ACC Spring Meetings (19:30) Mike Norvell on coaches realizing the fears of outside elements permeating into the portal and NIL (26:30) Reaction to Leonard Hamilton's thoughts on expanding the tourney field, ACC being snubbed int the postseason https://mybookie.website/JoinwithWARCHANT (34:00) Michael Langston on Ashlynd Barker commit Music: Fall Out Boy - Other Side Of The Apocalypse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices