JUST IN: FSU announces Ashton Daniels as QB1
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Key Points:
- Ashton Daniels has been named Florida State's starting quarterback following spring camp, edging out redshirt freshman Kevin Sperry after a competitive spring practice period.
- Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, showed durability and fewer turnovers in scrimmages, fitting Florida State's anticipated run-first offensive strategy.
- Daniels has a mixed collegiate career, having passed for nearly 4,000 yards and 21 touchdowns with 20 interceptions over three seasons at Stanford, while also rushing for over 1,100 yards.
- At Auburn in 2023, Daniels showed improvement, completing 57% of his passes for 797 yards and 3 touchdowns in four games, alongside 280 rushing yards, despite modest raw statistics.
- Florida State's quarterback transfer arrivals this offseason include Daniels, Anthony Colandrea, and DJ Lagway, highlighting a focus on bolstering the position through transfers.
