In 2022, Florida State made its first steps towards re-establishing its place as a contender for championships (conference or otherwise), with head coach Mike Norvell finally getting the chance to begin to execute his vision for the program after a rocky start to his tenure.
No. 13 FSU’s 9-3 (5-3 ACC) record included wins against No. 17 LSU and two in-state rivals in Florida and Miami, winning the program’s first state championship since 2016 and showcasing a solidified team identity for the first time since the departure of Jimbo Fisher. While there are still a few more boxes to check off before Florida State can be officially declared back in consistent national title contention, the Noles seem to be headed in the right direction after some of the toughest times in program history.