Florida State football’s offense was an absolute disaster in 2024, stumbling to a 2-10 record. With head coach Mike Norvell known for his offensive genius, the team’s struggles raised serious questions. The offense couldn’t score more than 15 points a game, and while QB DJ Uiagalelei took much of the blame, the real issues ran deeper. The offensive line was porous, the running backs couldn’t find daylight, and the wide receivers couldn’t separate or hang on to passes—creating a perfect storm of failure.
But there’s a new hope for 2025: Thomas Castellanos. Seminole fans know him well, having first been recruited as a running back, only for him to pursue a quarterback path that led him to UCF, then Boston College, where he flashed dual-threat brilliance but also struggled with turnovers. After a challenging stint at BC, where the coaching staff tried (unsuccessfully) to turn him into a pro-style QB, Castellanos has found a fresh start at FSU.
This is a make-or-break season for Coach Norvell and the Seminoles, aiming to return to championship form. Castellanos, though, is putting in the work to make sure the offense comes together. Just recently, he posted a video on his Instagram showing off intense workouts with wide receivers Duce Robinson, Jordan Scott, and Jayvan Boggs.
All three receivers are key pieces to watch: Robinson and Scott, standing over 6’6″, are poised to be major red-zone threats, while Boggs has the potential to be one of the biggest breakout stars of 2025. With Castellanos putting in the time and building chemistry with these guys early, FSU fans have plenty to be excited about heading into the season. The offense is on fire before it even takes the field!
