Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has always respected Florida State football.
Uiagalelei also had a 2-0 record against the Seminoles when he was at rival Clemson.
But since arriving in Tallahassee in January he can feel the excitement and heritage of the program.
“For me, it’s a true honor to be at Florida State,” Uiagalelei said. “To be able to be a Seminole, put on the Garnet and Gold, put on that helmet every day and step on the field. I just want to do my best for everyone here.”
Adjusting to a new speed
Florida State football quarterback DJ Uiagalelei takes part in the final Tour of Duty winter workouts ahead of 2024 spring practices on Thursday, March 7, 2024.
After transferring from Oregon State to FSU two months ago and undergoing Tour of Duty preseason conditioning, we are finally getting a look at how Uiagalelei fits into this offense in spring practices.
Last season he threw for 2,638 yards, completing 57.1% of his passes and recorded 21 touchdowns. He also rushed for 219 yards and six touchdowns.
The biggest difference between Oregon State to FSU has been the pace of the offense, according to Uiagalelei. He said it moves a bit faster than it did when he was in Corvallis.
“Tempo-wise, Oregon State was a little slower. We huddled every play,” Uiagalelei said. “The practice tempo is a lot faster here, and we were a little more methodical [at Oregon State] and had a kind of more laid-back atmosphere.”
“Here, coaches will bring that intensity and energy every single time.”
A big part of that tempo change is FSU head coach Mike Norvell. He doesn’t take a laid back approach to coaching, running around with players during practice.
“It’s nice to have a guy like coach Norvell who really cares about each player’s development, on and off the field,” Uiagalelei said “It’s been great to be able to learn from him and coach [Tony]…
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Author : Tallahassee Democrat
Publish date : 2024-03-22 13:34:57
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