Two weeks into the season, Florida State soccer’s offensive line stays unsettled, with competitors for beginning roles nonetheless ongoing.
The Seminoles (1-1) have struggled to seek out dependable safety from the 5 offensive linemen, a lot in order that head coach Mike Norvell made a swap in the midst of the 27-24 loss to No. 17 SMU. Proper deal with Chimdia Nwaiwu was pulled from the sport, leading to proper guard Nate Pabst sliding to deal with and Paul Bowling taking up at guard.
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It is a transfer that was unsurprising given Nwaiwu had a tough opener in opposition to New Mexico State and continued that kind in opposition to the Mustangs. Pabst lined nicely at deal with, and Bowling might have earned himself the possibility to vary the depth chart, and Norvell felt it was the suitable transfer.
“We made a change halfway by the sport. I assumed there have been positives that got here from that. However daily these guys are displaying up. There was a motive we began the way in which we began, after which, clearly, there is a motive we made a change.”
FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell coaches his gamers as they heat up after the sport was delayed as a result of an influence outage. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell coaches his gamers as they heat up after the sport was delayed as a result of an influence outage. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles linebacker Chris Jones (10) tackles an opponent. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles gamers have fun recovering a fumble. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles lengthy snapper Caleb Bowers (48) tackles an opponent. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) passes to his teammate. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Ousmane Kromah (32) catches the cross. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) calls a play earlier than the snap. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Ousmane Kromah (32) makes his approach down the sphere. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell coaches his gamers as they heat up after the sport was delayed as a result of an influence outage. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) runs the ball. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) pushes Florida State Seminoles operating again Samuel Singleton Jr. (3) in direction of the top zone. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Samuel Singleton Jr. (3) dives ahead in direction of the top zone. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Deamontae Diggs (13) and Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Mandrell Desir (3) put strain on the SMU Mustangs quarterback to cross. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) runs the ball. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) runs the ball. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Ousmane Kromah (32) makes his approach in direction of the top zone. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Ousmane Kromah (32) makes his approach in direction of the top zone. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Ousmane Kromah (32) makes his approach in direction of the top zone. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles operating again Ousmane Kromah (32) makes his approach in direction of the top zone. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell coaches his gamers as they heat up after the sport was delayed as a result of an influence outage. The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
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FSU soccer vs. SMU, photographs from darkish Doak Campbell Stadium
Florida State Seminoles linebacker Chris Jones (10) and Florida State Seminoles defensive again CJ Richard Jr. (11) deal with SMU Mustangs operating again Kendrick Raphael (6). The SMU Mustangs lead the Florida State Seminoles 17-10 on the finish of the primary half Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
(Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat)
With FSU on a bye week earlier than a visit to Alabama, the teaching employees has refocused on restructuring the offensive line.
Virtually out of necessity, Norvell is difficult the unit as he reassesses what his finest 5 is forward of a crucial street journey to No. 11 Alabama. The transfer to exchange Nwaiwu with Pabst and Bowling may not be everlasting, however Norvell made it clear he is evaluating his choices at every spot on the road as he makes an attempt to offer extra secure safety for Ashton Daniels.
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No matter solutions he finds throughout the bye week and practices forward of Alabama shall be placed on show on Sep. 19 in Tuscaloosa.
“We’ll do what we really feel is finest to get the most effective 5 guys on the market,” Norvell stated.
(Present Document 1-1, 0-1 ACC)
vs. New Mexico State | 34-17 W
vs. SMU* | 27-24 L
Bye
at Alabama | Sept. 19
vs. Central Arkansas | Sept. 26
vs. Virginia* | Oct. 3
at Louisville* | Oct. 9
at Miami* | Oct. 17
Bye
vs. Clemson* | Oct. 31
at Boston Faculty* | Nov. 7
at Pittsburgh* | Nov. 13
vs. NC State* | Nov. 21
vs. Florida | Nov. 27
Liam Rooney covers Florida State athletics for the Tallahassee Democrat. Contact him through e-mail at LRooney@gannett.com or on Twitter @__liamrooney.
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