(4/10/26): Obfuscating the QB race, practice observations, brutal baseball loss
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In this episode of Wake Up WarChant, hosts Aslan Hajivandi and Corey Clark dive into Florida State football's spring practices, highlighting key observations from an open session. They discuss the quarterback battle between Kevin Sperry and Ashton Daniels, noting Mike Norvell's deliberate obfuscation in press conferences, which frustrates fans seeking clarity. The duo praises the physicality of the offensive line and expresses optimism about freshman running back Antonio Cromaw, who they believe has the potential to be a game-changing 'X-factor' on offense. They also critique the lack of scrimmaging in Doak Campbell Stadium due to a PBR event, with Norvell visibly frustrated despite his typically diplomatic tone. On the baseball front, the team suffered a tough 4-3 loss to Georgia Tech, with missed defensive opportunities and a pivotal double play sealing the defeat. The hosts express concern over the team's lack of experience in clutch moments, especially with young players like Chase Williams under pressure. The episode concludes with a humorous and heartfelt segment on Aslan's wedding planning chaos, where multiple coordinators dropped out last-minute, mirroring the unpredictability of a Jordan Travis-style game-winning scramble.
Mike Norvell remains intentionally vague about the QB battle, praising both Sperry and Daniels equally to avoid favoritism.
Antonio Cromaw shows elite physical potential and could be a transformative force on offense if he reaches his ceiling.
The offensive line demonstrated improved physicality in practice, but remains a work in progress.
Doak Campbell Stadium was unavailable for scrimmages due to a PBR event, frustrating Norvell despite his typically diplomatic demeanor.
Florida State baseball lost a close game to Georgia Tech 4-3, with critical defensive lapses and a heartbreaking double play in the ninth inning.
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Opening & Wedding Planning Chaos
“It's like McKenzie Milton turned into Jordan Travis, right, is what it sounds like.”
Baseball Recap: Tough Loss to Georgia Tech
“Soft liner back to the mound. It's fielded. He looks over at third. Makes Chase have the checkup. Turns. Fires the first. Out number two.”
Football Practice Observations & QB Battle
“Cromaw has the ability to be something like that. I'm not saying he's anywhere close to that yet. I don't know if he's ever started a college football game.”
Doak Campbell Stadium Frustration
“I'm going to test the grass this afternoon, and hopefully we're in Doak. If not, we'll just deal with it, I guess.”
Player Highlights & Future Outlook
“You need some special guys, man. You need some guys that are just better than the other team.”
“Soft liner back to the mound. It's fielded. He looks over at third. Makes Chase have the checkup. Turns. Fires the first. Out number two.”
“Cromaw has the ability to be something like that. I'm not saying he's anywhere close to that yet. I don't know if he's ever started a college football game.”
“It's like McKenzie Milton turned into Jordan Travis, right, is what it sounds like.”
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Mike Norvell
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Georgia Tech
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Aslan Hajivandi
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Antonio Cromaw
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Corey Clark
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Ashton Daniels
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Florida State Baseball
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Kevin Sperry
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Doak Campbell Stadium
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Cummins
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