Episodes
Second Thoughts about the Clemson Game
October 04, 2023 23:00After breaking down the Clemson game more thoroughly, there are more positives than it appeared on the first viewing, but Florida State is going to have to find an identity on both sides of the ball. Please rate and review this podcast! Every 5-star review... The post Second Thoughts about the Clemson Game appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Survive and Advance – Florida State 31, Clemson 24 (OT) Postgame Hot Takes
September 23, 2023 23:52Florida State was outplayed by Clemson but still managed to win the game. Having dynamic playmakers helps, but don’t forget the impact of special teams. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout... The post Survive and Advance – Florida State 31, Clemson 24 (OT) Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Survive and Advance – Florida State 31, Clemson 24 (OT) Postgame Hot Takes
September 23, 2023 23:52Florida State was outplayed by Clemson but still managed to win the game. Having dynamic playmakers helps, but don’t forget the impact of special teams. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout... The post Survive and Advance – Florida State 31, Clemson 24 (OT) Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Clemson Preview
September 21, 2023 22:32Florida State travels to Clemson on Saturday with a chance to knock the Tigers off their ACC throne. This episode breaks down the matchups and what to expect. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will... The post Clemson Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Second Thoughts on the Boston College Game
September 19, 2023 04:08After taking a closer look at the game, most of the hot takes from immediately after the game were confirmed, but a few things came away a little different, and some things showed much more. We discuss all of it here, plus some mailbag. Support... The post Second Thoughts on the Boston College Game appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State 31, Boston College 29 – Postgame Hot Takes
September 17, 2023 00:06Florida State was in position to put this game away in the third quarter and then made a series of mistakes that put them in a dangerous position. But the Noles won a game they’ve lost in recent years, and now it’s on to Clemson.... The post Florida State 31, Boston College 29 – Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Boston College Preview
September 15, 2023 23:44Boston College has played two close games against lesser competition, but strange things have happened in Boston in recent years. Can FSU take care of business quickly on the road? Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and... The post Boston College Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State Demolishes Southern Miss 66-13 – Postgame Hot Takes
September 10, 2023 05:05Florida State got a bit cute with some scrimmage-style tinkering early in this game, but the Noles were just too much for an overmatched Southern Miss squad. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be... The post Florida State Demolishes Southern Miss 66-13 – Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
A Brief Southern Miss Preview
September 08, 2023 18:27There’s not a whole lot to break down in this one. Southern Miss comes in with a quality quarterback and speed at the skill positions on offense but should be overmatched up front on both sides of the ball. Support the podcast via the Unconquered... The post A Brief Southern Miss Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
A Second Look at the LSU Game
September 07, 2023 13:46After a look at the replay and more thorough evaluation of what FSU did in their demolition of a very good LSU team, there’s lots more to discuss. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will... The post A Second Look at the LSU Game appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State Makes a Statement Against LSU – Hot Takes Edition
September 04, 2023 07:56After tripping over themselves with silly penalties and poor play in the first half, the Seminoles outclassed an overmatched LSU team in the second half, giving a few hints about the level of play this team could attain. That level is very high. Support the... The post Florida State Makes a Statement Against LSU – Hot Takes Edition appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
FSU vs LSU Preview
September 01, 2023 19:51LSU is probably more talented in terms of total roster, but Florida State has advantages in key matchups and more veteran top-end difference-makers. Bet on the team that can produce more chunk plays. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of... The post FSU vs LSU Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
2023 FSU Season Preview
August 31, 2023 12:05Florida State enters the 2023 season with more optimism (and more hype) than any year since at least 2016. Can the Seminoles live up to the hype? What are the reasons for optimism, and what might stand in the way of meeting those high expectations?... The post 2023 FSU Season Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
FSU Secondary Preview
August 30, 2023 21:39FSU addressed one weakness from the 2022 secondary in the transfer portal with the addition of Fentrell Cypress, but the secondary still has a large gap between its floor and ceiling in 2023. How good can they be, and what can we expect coming into... The post FSU Secondary Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Previewing FSU’s Defensive Front
August 30, 2023 18:57Lack of depth at DT sunk any chance FSU had at making a run in 2022. Has that been sufficiently addressed, and is the rest of the defensive front deep enough to get the Noles where they’re hoping to go? Support the podcast via the... The post Previewing FSU’s Defensive Front appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
WR and TE Preview – Better Than 2013?
August 30, 2023 02:45Florida State has stockpiled NFL talent across the board at WR and TE, and both groups are deep. That means opposing defenses will have to pick their poison when facing the Noles in 2023. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns... The post WR and TE Preview – Better Than 2013? appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
QB and RBs Preview
August 29, 2023 19:25Florida State’s backfield is one of the best in the country this season, including championship-caliber depth across the board. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the offseason. Check out our new... The post QB and RBs Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Can FSU’s OL Be a Top Five Unit?
August 28, 2023 15:38Previewing the offensive line coming into the 2023 season. Lots of folks are bullish on this group, and I’m more bullish than most. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the offseason.... The post Can FSU’s OL Be a Top Five Unit? appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Mid-Camp Mailbag
August 22, 2023 02:00Working through a series of questions that have arrived since camp, including why LSU is so hyped coming into the season while more national media types (and fans) are a little more wait-and-see about FSU. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film... The post Mid-Camp Mailbag appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Mid-Camp Update
August 19, 2023 13:32A few updates on the podcast itself, conference realignment, Darrell Jackson’s situation with the NCAA (which continues to find ways to do the wrong thing), and a few items from camp. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes... The post Mid-Camp Update appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Catching Up to the Start of Camp
August 06, 2023 22:22 - 50 minutes - 23 MBAfter a long hiatus, we’re back to talk the beginning of camp, conference realignment, how the Seminoles look after a few early practices, etc. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the... The post Catching Up to the Start of Camp appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Summer Mailbag: How Good Can FSU’s Offensive Line Be?
June 09, 2023 17:37 - 49 minutes - 22.5 MBWhen was the last time Florida State had this kind of depth on the offensive line? How much will young players like Julian Armella play in 2023? Where is Jeremiah Byers’ best position? All this and more in this mailbag episode. Support the podcast via... The post Summer Mailbag: How Good Can FSU’s Offensive Line Be? appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State’s Season of Destyny
May 13, 2023 15:25 - 56 minutes - 25.9 MBThe first half of a mailbag episode addressing transfer portal, evaluations of the coaching staff, a long-awaited addition to the 2023 recruiting class, and more. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout... The post Florida State’s Season of Destyny appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Spring Game Analysis, Part 2
April 24, 2023 12:09 - 30 minutes - 14 MBFlorida State’s Garnet and Gold Showcase was a success, displaying a lot of talented depth. This episode goes into depth evaluating what we saw personnel-wise and how that may influence certain schematic decisions going into the 2023 season. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast... The post Spring Game Analysis, Part 2 appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Spring Game Analysis, Part 1
April 21, 2023 17:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBFlorida State’s Garnet and Gold Showcase was a success, displaying a lot of talented depth. This episode goes into depth evaluating what we saw personnel-wise and how that may influence certain schematic decisions going into the 2023 season. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast... The post Spring Game Analysis, Part 1 appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Spring Game Preview
April 14, 2023 19:46 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBAfter a competitive spring with minimal casualties, Florida State looks to go out with a successful showcase for the fans. What should we be looking for as they take the field? Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes... The post Spring Game Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Welcoming Spring Practice
March 03, 2023 22:29 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBFlorida State has just wrapped up the silly season, which featured discussions of conference realignment and offseason conditioning. Where are things as the Noles open the spring? Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be... The post Welcoming Spring Practice appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Evaluating Florida State’s 2023 Recruiting Class – Part 3 – Defense
January 07, 2023 17:32 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBFlorida State’s 2023 defensive recruiting class is outstanding, mixing the nations’ best transfer portal haul with an outstanding group of high school players that was two players short of being an elite haul. And the most important recruits are Fabian Lovett and Jared Verse, who... The post Evaluating Florida State’s 2023 Recruiting Class – Part 3 – Defense appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
FSU Wins Cheez-It Bowl – Postgame Hot Takes
December 30, 2022 03:43 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBFlorida State came away with a hard-fought win against a blue-blood program in Oklahoma. Now Mike Norvell will need to take a hard look at the defensive side of the ball to determine whether or not all the pieces are in place to make the... The post FSU Wins Cheez-It Bowl – Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Cheez-It Bowl Preview
December 28, 2022 19:06 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBFlorida State faces an opt-out depleted Oklahoma in a matchup that should favor the Noles. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the offseason. Check out our new items in the Unconquered... The post Cheez-It Bowl Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Evaluating Florida State’s 2023 Recruiting Class – Part 2 – Offense
December 24, 2022 16:37 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBFlorida State’s offensive recruiting class doesn’t have any dead weight, and it includes several players who can be difference-makers in the future. It’s the kind of foundational class the program needs to continue building towards what Mike Norvell wants this program to be. Support the... The post Evaluating Florida State’s 2023 Recruiting Class – Part 2 – Offense appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Evaluating Florida State’s Recruiting Class – Part 1
December 23, 2022 18:03 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MBHigh school recruiting is still important. But we’re in a different era with the transfer portal and NIL, meaning coaches have to do more to ensure they manage their roster well. Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes... The post Evaluating Florida State’s Recruiting Class – Part 1 appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
[HOT TAKES REPOST 2] State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38
December 07, 2022 02:13 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MB[This is a repost of the hot takes from immediately after the game since some subscribers were having difficulty accessing even the other repost.] The Seminoles emerged victorious in the highest-scoring game in series history to win their first state championship since 2016. Buy my... The post [HOT TAKES REPOST 2] State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38 appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
[HOT TAKES REPOST] State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38
December 06, 2022 23:41 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MB[This is a repost of the hot takes from immediately after the game since some subscribers were having difficulty accessing even the other repost.] The Seminoles emerged victorious in the highest-scoring game in series history to win their first state championship since 2016. Buy my... The post [HOT TAKES REPOST] State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38 appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38 [Repost]
November 27, 2022 00:11 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MB[This is a repost of the hot takes from Friday night since some subscribers were having difficulty accessing it.] The Seminoles emerged victorious in the highest-scoring game in series history to win their first state championship since 2016. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel... The post State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38 [Repost] appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38
November 26, 2022 07:35 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBThe Seminoles emerged victorious in the highest-scoring game in series history to win their first state championship since 2016. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, BookShop.org, or wherever you buy your books. I... The post State Champs – Florida State 45, Florida 38 appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida Preview
November 24, 2022 15:56 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBFlorida State is rolling into rivalry week with a lot of momentum. Can they maintain it against a Gators squad that looked like it was starting to get it together before a road loss at Vanderbilt? Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second... The post Florida Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State 49, Louisiana 17 – Day After Reflections
November 20, 2022 22:46 - 15 minutes - 6.89 MBFlorida State hammered an overmatched Louisiana team in exactly the fashion they should have, Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, BookShop.org, or wherever you buy your books. I would be very grateful if... The post Florida State 49, Louisiana 17 – Day After Reflections appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Louisiana Preview + Q&A
November 18, 2022 02:40 - 20 minutes - 9.38 MBFlorida State faces an overmatched Louisiana team but will need to execute crisply to avoid a hiccup and prepare for rivalry week. Also, will Hykeem Williams get immediate PT in 2023? Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through... The post Louisiana Preview + Q&A appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State 38, Syracuse 3: Time to Admit FSU is Legit
November 13, 2022 04:54 - 19 minutes - 8.91 MBFlorida State has now outscored its last two ACC opponents on the road 83-6. Yes, one was Miami, so you have to grade on a curve a bit, but it’s still really impressive and shows that this team has taken another step forward and has... The post Florida State 38, Syracuse 3: Time to Admit FSU is Legit appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Syracuse Preview
November 11, 2022 22:07 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MBFlorida State faces a banged-up but dangerous Syracuse team. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, BookShop.org, or wherever you buy your books. I would be very grateful if any listeners with any sort... The post Syracuse Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Post-Caning Mailbag
November 09, 2022 18:15 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBThe mailbag has been getting heavy of late, so it was time to open some of those messages… Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, BookShop.org, or wherever you buy your books. I would... The post Post-Caning Mailbag appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State 45, Miami 3 – Postgame Roast
November 06, 2022 04:52 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBSometimes it feels really good to be wrong. This was one of those times. I thought going in that Florida State, facing a reeling but motivated Miami team, would win in a four-quarter dogfight, but this one was over by halftime. Buy my book! The... The post Florida State 45, Miami 3 – Postgame Roast appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Miami Preview
November 04, 2022 21:52 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBThis one projects a little closer than you might think based on how the teams have played so far this year, though if Miami makes the mistakes they’ve made of late, it could turn into a rout. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in... The post Miami Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Florida State 41, Georgia Tech 16: Postgame Hot Takes
October 29, 2022 20:47 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBThe Seminoles dominated an outmanned Georgia Tech team despite playing far from a clean game. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, BookShop.org, or wherever you buy your books. I would be very grateful... The post Florida State 41, Georgia Tech 16: Postgame Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Georgia Tech Preview
October 28, 2022 21:14 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBAfter three straight games against ranked foes, Florida State faces a struggling Georgia Tech team that struggles to move the football and depends on turnovers to have a chance. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, is available through Amazon, Cambridge... The post Georgia Tech Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
Clemson 34, Florida State 28 – Noles Still Learning to Finish
October 16, 2022 04:27 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBFlorida State outplayed Clemson on the whole, but a disastrous seven minute stretch and coming away with nothing on a trip inside the five yard line ultimately doomed the Seminoles against a quality opponent. Buy my book! The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism,... The post Clemson 34, Florida State 28 – Noles Still Learning to Finish appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
A Closer Look at the NC State Loss
October 13, 2022 04:05 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBLooking back at this one doesn’t make it better. Florida State was the better team, and if this game were played 10 times, the Noles likely win about eight of them. They just managed to be bad enough in certain key situations to find a... The post A Closer Look at the NC State Loss appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
NC State 19, Florida State 17 – Postgame Scorching Hot Takes
October 09, 2022 04:23 - 16 minutes - 7.77 MBFlorida State found innovative new ways to shoot themselves in the foot and snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in a game they mostly dominated at NC State. It was such a bad loss that we’re at a loss to say much comprehensible in... The post NC State 19, Florida State 17 – Postgame Scorching Hot Takes appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.
NC State Preview
October 06, 2022 21:09 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBFlorida State faces what may be the best defense they’ve played so far in 2022 on a road trip to Raleigh to face NC State. But the Wolfpack have also struggled offensively, so the game projects as a close, low scoring affair. Buy my book!... The post NC State Preview appeared first on Unconquered Podcast.