Florida State names Ashton Daniels starting QB for 2026 season
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Key Points:
- Florida State has named Ashton Daniels as its starting quarterback for the 2026 college football season, confirmed by On3’s Pete Nakos.
- Daniels transferred from Auburn, where he played four games last season, throwing for 797 yards, three touchdowns, and rushing for 280 yards and two touchdowns.
- Daniels preserved his eligibility by sitting out Auburn’s final two games, allowing him to play the 2026 season at Florida State.
- He won the starting job over returning quarterback Kevin Sperry, who showed improvement but ultimately did not secure the first-team role.
- Florida State aims to improve on last season’s 5-7 record, with Daniels expected to be a key player in a strong transfer portal class as they open the season against New Mexico on August 29.
