On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

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On The Bench: An FSU football podcast network

Come for the Florida State football and recruiting news, stay for the nonsense. The Noles247 Podcast offers honest analysis from Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee, and Zach Blostein.

  1. 905

    OTB: The Cosmic IRS is here, and the tax is coming due

    This episode of On The Bench discusses the following topics: - The pipeline to the NFL has never been worse for FSU while current peers are thriving. - Ashton Daniels' more accurate price tag? - FSU is struggling to buy goodwill on the recruiting trail entering OV season.  - Is it a toxic environment between football and the athletic department? 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

  2. 904

    OTB: Alarming but not surprising (Final week of spring practice, QB indecision, & recruiting)

    This episode of On The Bench recaps Florida State's final week of spring practice and discusses Mike Norvell's comments on the Seminoles' quarterback decision. The episode also dives into FSU's quarterback recruiting and basketball's recent portal addition. 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

  3. 903

    OTB: Recapping the offense's performance throughout spring camp

    Florida State held its final scrimmage and padded practice of spring camp on Saturday. Mike Norvell called it a 'good third scrimmage for us' after running over 125 plays. This episode of On The Bench recaps the Seminoles' offensive performance throughout the spring, the quarterback room, and how the depth chart currently projects. We also discuss offensive/QB recruiting. 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

  4. 902

    OTB: Scrimmage Scoop, Nick Williams is checking off boxes, and more

    This episode of On The Bench discusses Noles247's scoop from FSU's recent spring scrimmage. We also talk about early impressions of Nick Williams and more. 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

  5. 901

    🏀Men’s March Madness Bracket Preview Extravaganza: Picks, predictions for ALL 67 games ✍️

    March Madness is HERE! Join Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as they pick the winner for EVERY game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. They will take you from Dayton all the way to Indianapolis. Who do the guys have winning it all? Tune in to find out! (0:00) Intro + Norlander is doin’ more stuff with brackets (1:00) This is the bracket preview … it’s different from yesterday (7:00) East Region Picks & Predictions (24:00) South Region Picks & Predictions (37:45) West Region Picks & Predictions (53:00) Midwest Region Picks & Predictions (1:05:30) Who is the 12 seed or worse most likely to make a run? (1:10:00) Final Four Picks! Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: [email protected] Visit Eye on College Basketball’s YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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

  6. 900

    OTB: Spring Camp Intel - DL Size, Ashton Daniels surpassing expectations, and more

    With Florida State's spring camp underway, this episode of On The Bench discusses intel from the Seminoles' first couple of practices. We dive into the size of Florida State's DL, Ashton Daniels early performance, and more. 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

  7. 899

    Jon Rothstein reacts to & picks every game in 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket!

    Follow Inside College Basketball Now on Apple or Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket. 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

  8. 898

    OTB: A potluck of a roundtable

    This episode of On The Bench is a roundtable featuring Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone, Trey Rowland, Coach AB, and Kevin Little. The guys previewed spring ball and discussed the fans' current outlook on the program. 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

  9. 897

    OTB: Can FSU baseball beat Banana Ball?

    This episode of On The Bench discusses FSU's spring practice starting and potential practice availability. It also discusses reopening the recruiting window and the need to quickly assemble the QB board. We also discuss Banana Ball coming to town and FSU baseball's recent play. 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

  10. 896

    OTB: Exploring the Nee Brain, hoops climbs to .500, baseball starts strong

    This episode of On The Bench discusses whether Florida State truly has a QB battle, recaps baseball's opening weekend and basketball's win over BC, and explores the mind of Christopher Nee. 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

  11. 895

    OTB: Defensive portal grades, hoops on a roll, and a baseball preview

    This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State's defensive portal haul, FSU basketball's recent win streak, and the upcoming baseball season. 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

  12. 894

    OTB: Junior Day Recap | Grading the Portal | Live reaction to Malzahn retirement

    The Florida State football news cycle has had a quick start to February with the retirement of offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn. This episode of On The Bench includes a live reaction to the news (near the end of the episode), recaps Junior Day, and grades the Seminoles' transfer portal haul. 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

  13. 893

    Schedule Release, IN-DEPTH TE2 TALK, Is Klubnik still at Clemson?

    Zach makes his fearless predictions for the 2026 season as FSU's schedule is set, and we ponder what do it mean? A positive game of Buy or Sonnone ensues, following by some of the most riveting TE2 talk that you'll ever hear. 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

  14. 892

    OTB: The Price of Retention, A Fundamental Disagreement at QB

    This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State retaining the Desir twins, how FSU paid top dollar to keep many of their key returners, and the additions of QBs Malachi Marshall and Dean DeNobile. 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

  15. 891

    OTB: "It's lonesome" | Latest updates on the portal window

    Florida State has received 14 commitments out of the transfer portal so far this offseason. The Seminoles have also had 35+ players depart the program in a busy cycle. This episode of On The Bench discusses the latest updates on the transfer portal window and how FSU's staff is handling it. 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

  16. 890

    OTB: “On the Concrete on the Bricks” | Thoughts on FSU’s acquisition of QB Ashton Daniels

    Florida State landed its potential QB1 out of the transfer portal on Tuesday morning. Auburn transfer Ashton Daniels announced his commitment to the Seminoles after visiting Tallahassee on Monday. This episode of On The Bench discusses the addition of Daniels, how that affects FSU's 2026 outlook, and the recent portal announcements of three key defensive linemen (Mandrell Desir, Darryll Desir, and Amaree Williams). 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

  17. 889

    OTB: A Tale of Two Portal Quarterbacks, Lagway vs. Colandrea?

    This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State's latest portal updates, breaking down which targets the Seminoles are pursuing. The Seminoles have received one portal commitment from South Alabama DB Nehemiah Chandler. FSU is expected to receive visits from quarterbacks DJ Lagway and Anthony Colandrea on Sunday. We compare the two quarterbacks and how those visits could impact them. 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

  18. 888

    OTB: "I'm Fine!" | Reacting to FSU's Front Office hires, previewing the portal window

    The NCAA Transfer Portal officially opens in a couple of days on January 2. Florida State has revamped their front office with the reported hires of general manager John Garrett and executive director of player acquisitions Taylor Edwards. This episode of On The Bench discusses the impact of those hires, how quickly they can make an impact on FSU's roster, and the Seminoles to hit the transfer portal over the last week: 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

  19. 887

    OTB: Happy Merry Christmas | Staff Complete | Good Players Gone

    Florida State has rounded out its coaching staff for the 2026 football season. The Seminoles hired Austin Tucker as quarterbacks coach and Blue Adams as cornerbacks coach. This episode of On The Bench focuses on those hires, the retention of John Papuchis, and the departures of key players to the portal.  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

  20. 886

    OTB: Acceptance or Defiance... we'll see

    Florida State football's offseason has seen a handful of staff moves to this point. The most recent moves included the departures of general manager Darrick Yray to UCLA and quarterbacks coach Tony Tokarz to Buffalo. This episode of On The Bench recaps the Seminoles' recent staff movements, how it affects the offseason, and how Mike Norvell could replace the departing staff members.  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

  21. 885

    OTB: I call him the Iceman

    Florida State's offseason has been off to a busy start with coaching staff changes. This episode of On The Bench discusses the Seminoles' newest coaching additions and the latest updates on Gus Malzahn's status as offensive coordinator.  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

  22. 884

    OTB: Coaching comings and goings, a Mikerocosm

    This episode of On The Bench discusses Florida State football's offseason and the soccer program's fifth national title. Just over a week removed from the end of the 2025 football season, FSU has had three changes to its coaching staff. FSU let go of cornerbacks coach Patrick Surtain Sr., running backs coach David Johnson left for Arkansas, and Nick Williams was hired as the Seminoles' new edge coach. The Noles247 staff breaks down those staff changes, previews other potential moves on the staff, and discusses what impact consultant Jake Rosenberg could have on the program. 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

  23. 883

    OTB: Dear Lane...

    Florida State's 2026 signing class has wrapped up. On Wednesday, the Seminoles signed 32 prospects. The class is ranked No. 14 in the country. This episode of On the Bench reviews the signing class, breaking down how FSU landed some of its top recruits. We also discuss the ESPN report about Florida State courting Lane Kiffin during the season. 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

  24. 882

    OTB: It is time to cover the offseason.

    Florida State has reached the offseason, another crucial one for Mike Norvell after his fourth losing season in six years in Tallahassee. The Seminoles lost, 40-21, to a 4-8 Florida team to conclude the season with a 5-7 record. Florida running back Jadan Baugh ran for 266 yards, the second-most ever by a Gator. FSU was 2-7 in its final nine games.  This episode of On The Bench recaps the loss to the Gators and the season as a whole. The episode also discusses how FSU could approach front office changes, including some targets for the Seminoles' potentially restructured front office. Lastly, it provides the latest updates on recruiting with signing day just a couple of days away.  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

  25. 881

    FSU vs UF Instant Reaction

    Florida State lost it's final game against Florida which ended their bid for bowl eligibility. 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

  26. 880

    OTB: Mike Norvell is here to stay

    On Sunday, Florida State announced that Mike Norvell will continue as the head coach in 2026. The Seminoles are coming off a 21-11 loss at NC State, falling to 5-6 overall and finishing the ACC slate with a 2-6 conference record. FSU hasn't won at an opponent's stadium since 2023. FSU's statement included votes of confidence from President Richard McCullough, Board of Trustees Chairman Peter Collins, and Athletic Director/VP Michael Alford. This episode of On The Bench gives an immediate reaction to Florida State's decision and discusses how it affects the long-term outlook of the program. 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

  27. 879

    NSFW Instant Reaction: FSU muffs away another road game

    Special teams blunders cost Florida State yet again as they drop another road game against NC State. 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

  28. 878

    OTB Roundtable: Weighing the whys and what comes next

    Trey Rowland hosts an On The Bench Roundtable with Chris Nee, Brendan Sonnone, Zach Blostein, Coach AB, and Kevin Little. The guys weigh in on the direction of Florida State's football program and Mike Norvell's tenure. They discuss the many different angles of the current scenario and what comes next for the program. 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

  29. 877

    OTB: Old man happy!

    Florida State improved to 5-5 with a 34-14 win over Virginia Tech (3-7, 2-4 ACC) on Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium. It was the Seminoles' final home game of 2025, ending the season with a 5-2 home record. FSU travels to NC State (5-5, 2-4 ACC) and Florida (3-7, 2-5 SEC) for the final two games, looking for a win to become bowl-eligible. FSU is yet to win a road game this season. The Seminoles and Wolfpack play at 8:00 p.m. on Friday at Carter-Finley Stadium.  This episode of On The Bench recaps Florida State's win over the Hokies and if/how it impacts Mike Norvell's coaching tenure. The episode also discusses Duce Robinson's dominance, a strong game from Elijah Herring, and Ethan Pritchard's emotional return to Doak. It wraps up with potential bowl destinations, if FSU were to get to six wins, and recruiting updates.  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

  30. 876

    You ever vacation in mad town?

    Florida State faces off against Virginia Tech in an epic primetime ACC showdown on Saturday night in Tallahassee. Just kidding, but Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein are still here to breakdown the game, the recruiting events surrounding it and plenty of other topics on today's episode of On The Bench. 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

  31. 875

    OTB: Another road loss and a chaotic Monday

    Florida State moved to 4-5 on the 2025 season with a 24-10 loss at Clemson this past weekend. On Monday, Mike Norvell held an emphatic press conference, declaring his confidence in the trajectory of the program. This episode of On The Bench quickly recaps another FSU road loss and dives into Norvell's comments on Monday. It also includes a few 'Buy or Sonnones' from the listeners and a short preview of basketball's matchup with Florida.  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

  32. 874

    OTB: FSU falls to Clemson

    "New November" is out the window already for the Seminoles. 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

  33. 873

    OTB: Wivalry Game

    Florida State travels to Clemson this weekend for its ninth game of the 2025 season. The 4-4 Seminoles and 3-5 Tigers play at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday on the ACC Network. This episode of On The Bench previews the rivalry game and its potential impacts. It also recaps the latest recruiting commitments and de-commitments.  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

  34. 872

    OTB: Back on the saddle

    Florida State got back in the win column this past weekend with a dominant 42-7 win over Wake Forest at Doak Campbell Stadium. The win snapped a four-game losing streak and got Mike Norvell's team back to .500 on the season.  This episode of On the Bench recaps the win over the Demon Deacons and its potential impact on four remaining games in the regular season. We also take an early lookahead at the Seminoles' upcoming road matchup with the struggling Clemson Tigers. Chris Nee also gives a quick preview of FSU basketball's opening game, and Zach Blostein reviews football's latest commits. 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

  35. 871

    Instant Reaction: An ACC victory

    Florida State puts together a dominant effort to take down the Demon Deacons. 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

  36. 870

    OTB: Mailbag!

    Florida State returns to Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday night against Wake Forest. The Seminoles will be looking to snap a four-game losing streak. This episode of On The Bench answers many questions surrounding the state of Mike Norvell’s program in a mailbag.  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

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    OTB: C’mon Hubster & does Chris want to be here?

    Florida State is in the middle of its bye week during a four-game losing streak. On Wednesday, Mike Norvell held his weekly press conference to discuss the state of the program. This episode of On the Bench discusses Norvell's presser, recruiting efforts following FSU's statement, and the upcoming basketball season.  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

  38. 868

    OTB: The One after the Statement

    Florida State announced on Monday morning that Mike Norvell will continue through the rest of the season as head coach. This episode of On the Bench recaps the decision and its potential effects on the program. 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

  39. 867

    OTB: A tale of two timelines... will they or won't they today?

    Florida State dropped its fourth straight game this past weekend, a 20-13 loss at Stanford. This episode of On the Bench discusses the immediate future of Mike Norvell's head coaching career at FSU and how Monday could transpire. 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

  40. 866

    Not good enough

    It simply hasn't been good enough. Mike Norvell and the Florida State Seminoles dropped their third straight game over the weekend, losing 34-31 to Pitt and falling 0-3 to start ACC play. Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein talk about the result of the game and what it means for the future of Norvell's tenure in Tallahassee on the latest episode of On The Bench. 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

  41. 865

    FSU Falls to Pitt: An Instant Reaction

    Florida State football fails to close out another in a long line of ACC matchups against the Pitt Panthers. What does this mean for the 'Noles and head coach Mike Norvell going forward? 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

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    Pivotal Pitt

    Florida State is reeling after starting the season 3-0 before losing its last two games to Virginia and Miami. Can Mike Norvell and the Seminoles get things back on track with a win over Pittsburgh (3-2) this Saturday? Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee and Zach Blostein break down the keys to a FSU victory over the Panthers while also delving into FSU's quarterback recruiting and a number of other topics. 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

  43. 863

    OTB: FalloUt, more than fight needed, and moving on to Pitt

    Florida State dropped its second straight game, a 28-22 rivalry loss to Miami, this past weekend. This episode of On the Bench recaps the Seminoles' loss, Tommy Castellanos' performance, and the recruiting fallout. 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

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    Instant Reaction: Florida State outclassed by Miami

    Florida State falls to rival Miami in ugly fashion. 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

  45. 861

    OTB: Miami rivalry week, recruiting impacts, & beyond enemy lines w/Josh Darrow

    The top-20 matchup between Florida State and Miami kicks off in two days from Doak Campbell Stadium. This episode of On the Bench gives an in-depth preview of the rivalry game and its potential recruiting impacts. Chris Nee also goes behind enemy lines to interview Miami sideline reporter Josh Darrow. 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

  46. 860

    OTB: Freaky Friday in Charlottesville; Concerns for the Future?

    Florida State suffered a 46-38 double overtime loss at Virginia this past Friday, the Seminoles' first loss of the season. This episode of On The Bench reviews the loss and the moments that led to it, as well as discusses potential concerns for the future of the season. 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

  47. 859

    OTB: Falling flat in Charlottesville NSFW

    Reacting to the loss against Virginia. 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

  48. 858

    OTB: A deep dive into the Virginia Cavaliers & score predictions

    Florida State travels to Charlottesville this Friday to put their 3-0 record on the line against Virginia (3-1, 1-0 ACC). Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Scott Stadium. This week's episode of On the Bench includes score predictions and an in-depth breakdown of the Cavaliers with Chris Nee, Coach AB, and Trey Rowland. 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

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    OTB Instant Reaction: A historic afternoon

    Florida State steamrolled Kent State on their way to a historic afternoon. 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

  50. 856

    OTB: Where is Merrimack, Kent State vs. ETAM, and head coach openings

    On the Bench returns with host Chris Nee, Zach Blostein, and Brendan Sonnone (from his Subaru). This episode previews the Kent State game, discusses recent head coach openings in college football, and provides the latest on FSU’s recruiting efforts. 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

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Come for the Florida State football and recruiting news, stay for the nonsense. The Noles247 Podcast offers honest analysis from Brendan Sonnone, Chris Nee, and Zach Blostein.

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