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Florida State Football's Struggles Demand Urgent Overhaul, Says Kanell

3/13/2026

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Danny Kanell, a former quarterback, says Florida State football faces challenges after a two-win 2024 season and another losing season.
He says the Tallahassee atmosphere is worse than during the Willie Taggart era.
He criticizes the inability to fire head coach Mike Norvell, especially after the humiliating loss to Florida.
Kanell argues that a mediocre 7-5 season in 2026 would delay necessary changes and urges fans to demand an overhaul.

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Danny Kanell, a former quarterback, says Florida State football faces challenges after a two-win 2024 season and another losing season.
He says the Tallahassee atmosphere is worse than during the Willie Taggart era.
He criticizes the inability to fire head coach Mike Norvell, especially after the humiliating loss to Florida.
Kanell argues that a mediocre 7-5 season in 2026 would delay necessary changes and urges fans to demand an overhaul.