Florida State football is descending after a brilliant start to 2025. In-state rival Miami thwarted off a late rally from the Seminoles 28-22 . But the loss is placing FSU on the brink of going unranked.

Fortunately for the ‘Noles, they remain in the top 25. However, they've fallen all the way to No. 25 overall .

Head coach Mike Norvell has watched two conference foes outplay his team. He's also been outcoached by Virginia's Tony Elliott and Miami's Mario Cristobal.

Yet the loss to the Hurricanes has exposed some lingering flaws on the Seminoles' side. Making FSU the most to blame for Saturday's defeat for these reasons.

Tommy Castellanos can only run so much for Florida State

The College Football Transfer Portal addition has become a shot in the arm for FSU. Castellanos has

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