Let the madness begin.

The NCAA football transfer portal is officially open, and Florida State football is expected to be busy bringing in new faces to campus. The Seminoles currently have 29 players in the transfer portal, and despite defensive back Ja’Bril Rawls and tight end Laden Thomas deciding against the portal after planning to enter it, the program will still need to fill out around 20 roster spots.

The portal window officially opened on Jan. 2, and it will remain open until Jan. 16. In that two-week span, FSU is expected to target multiple positions, including at least one quarterback, support along the defensive and offensive lines, as well as more depth in the secondary, among other positions.

Follow along with all the roster movement with the Tallahassee Democrats’ transfer portal tracker!

FSU football transfer portal commitments

This area will be updated when information is available

• Desirrio Riles, TE, ECU – 3 star – committed Jan. 6
• Nate Pabts, OL, – 3 star – committed Jan. 6
• Bradyn Joiner, center, – currently unranked – committed Jan. 6
• Ashton Daniels, quarterback – 3 star – committed Jan. 6
• Caleb Bowers, long snapper – 3 star – committed Jan. 5
• Tre Wisner, RB, Texas – 4 star- committed Jan. 5
• Nehemiah Chandler, DB, South Alabama – 3 star- committed Jan. 3

FSU players returning after announcing portal intentions

• DB Ashlynd Barker will return to FSU, is not entering the transfer portal – Jan. 2
• DB Ja’Bril Rawls and TE Landen Thomas are returning to FSU football, withdrawing intentions to transfer – Jan. 1

Names to know in the transfer portal for FSU football

This field will be updated as information becomes available

• Nate Pabst, OL – Bowling Green – Visited FSU on Sunday, Jan. 4, has no other visits planned
• Jarvis Lee, DB – USF – Visited FSU on Sunday, Jan. 4, plans to commit to either FSU or Oregon on Monday, Jan. 5
• Rylan Kennedy, DL – Texas A&M – Visited FSU on Sunday, Jan. 4
• DJ Lagway, QB – Florida – Visited on Monday, Jan. 5
• Anthony Colandrea, QB – UNLV – Set to visit FSU on Sunday, Jan. 4 – ESPN
• Colton Joseph, QB – Old Dominion – Set to visit Wisconsin
• Hollywood Smothers, RB – North Carolina State – No longer visiting FSU
• CJ Baxter, RB – Texas – Will visit Kentucky – per ESPN
• Nehemiah Chandler, DB – South Alabama – Confirmed visit for Jan. 3-4
• Chris Jones, LB – Southern Miss – Posted offer from FSU on X
• Jaquez White, DB – Troy
• Tavion Wallace, LB – Arkansas
• Ben Murawski, OL – UConn
• Xavier Townsend, WR – Iowa State
• Deuce Knight, QB – Auburn

FSU football players in the transfer portal

• WR Lawayne McCoy, Jan. 6
• S Earl Little Jr., Jan 6
• LB Justin “Juice” Cryer, Jan. 5
• DL Mandrell Desir, Jan. 5
• DL Darryll Desir, Jan. 5
• DL Amaree Williams, Jan. 5
• P Mac Chiumento, Jan. 1
• DL KJ Sampson, Dec. 31
• OL Ty Hylton, Dec. 30
• OL Lucas Simmons, Dec. 29
• RB Gavin Sawchuk, Dec. 28
• OL Manasse Itete, Dec. 28
• DB Ashlynd Barker, Dec. 28
• WR Jayvan Boggs, Dec. 27
• DE James Williams, Dec. 27
• QB Brock Glenn, Dec. 25
• WR Elijah Moore, Dec. 22
• QB Jaylen King, Dec. 17
• TE Randy Pittman, Dec. 16
• LB Omar Graham, Dec. 16
• DL Jaden Jones, Dec. 16
• RB Kam Davis, Dec. 16
• DB Cai Bates, Dec. 15
• WR Camdon Frier, Dec. 12
• DB Smoke White, Dec. 10
• DB Edwin Joseph, Dec. 10
• WR Willy Suarez, Dec. 10
• RB Jaylin Lucas, Dec. 10
• DT Jamorie Flagg, Dec. 10
• TE Luke Douglas, Dec. 10
• OT Mario Nash Jr., Dec. 9
• DT L.A. Jessie Harrold, Dec. 6
• DT Tyland Coleman, Dec. 9
• LB Jayden Parrish, Dec. 5

Liam Rooney covers Florida State athletics for the Tallahassee Democrat. Contact him via email at LRooney@gannett.com or on Twitter @__liamrooney.

This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: FSU football transfer portal live updates: Tracking who’s in, out

Key Positions of Focus

FSU’s coaching staff is reportedly prioritizing several key areas as they navigate the transfer portal. One of the most critical needs is a quarterback, as the current roster may not have enough depth or talent to meet expectations for the upcoming season. This could lead to the recruitment of a veteran signal-caller who can provide leadership and experience.

In addition to the quarterback position, the defensive line is another area of concern. The Seminoles are looking for players who can add strength and versatility to their pass rush and run-stopping capabilities. Similarly, the offensive line is also under scrutiny, with the team seeking additional bodies to bolster their blocking schemes and protect the quarterback.

The secondary remains a priority as well. With several players already in the portal, FSU is likely to look for more depth in the backfield to ensure they have reliable cornerbacks and safeties who can cover opposing receivers and make big plays.

Strategy and Timeline

With the transfer portal open for just two weeks, FSU has a limited window to make strategic decisions. Coaches are expected to evaluate prospects quickly, reaching out to players and coordinating with other programs to secure commitments before the deadline. This fast-paced environment requires careful planning and flexibility, as the team must balance immediate needs with long-term goals.

During this time, the coaching staff will likely hold meetings to discuss potential targets, review film, and assess how each player fits into the team’s system. These discussions will shape the final list of recruits the Seminoles bring in, ensuring that each addition contributes to the overall success of the program.

Implications for the Team

The influx of new players could have a significant impact on the team’s dynamics. Fresh talent can bring energy, competition, and new perspectives to the locker room. However, it also means that existing players will need to step up their performance to maintain their positions on the roster.

For fans, this period is filled with anticipation as they watch the team reshape its identity through transfers. The next few weeks will be crucial in determining the direction of the Seminoles’ season, and every decision made during the portal window could influence the team’s performance on the field.

As the portal remains open, all eyes will be on FSU to see how they navigate this critical phase of the offseason.