Florida State football is set to receive a major lift ahead of its Week 5 matchup against the MSU Mustangs, with redshirt senior offensive tackle Jeremiah Byers returning to action after missing the past three games. Byers will be available for the Seminoles’ road game at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas, according to a report by 247Sports’ Matt Zenitz.
“The current belief is that Florida State should have offensive tackle Jeremiah Byers back available tonight when it faces MSU,” Zenitz reported on Saturday.
Mike Norvell Optimistic About Byers’ Return
Head coach Mike Norvell addressed the media after Wednesday’s practice, sharing his optimism about Byers’ progress in recovering from his injury. According to Sports Illustrated’s Tommy Mire, Norvell was pleased with how Byers was trending toward being game-ready.
“He’s been working in practice, so we’ll see how that continues to translate towards the game,” Norvell said. “Rob Scott was back out there today, too. Obviously, we want those guys to be fully ready before putting them in, but I like where they’re trending.”
Norvell Leads FSU to First Win in Week 4
Despite missing key players like Byers and offensive tackle Robert Scott Jr., Mike Norvell guided the Seminoles to their first victory of the season in Week 4, a 14-9 win. Norvell relied on his depth chart, moving Darius Washington to left tackle and giving Jaylen Early more responsibilities on the offensive line.
The start of the season has been challenging for Florida State, with injuries hitting several key players. In addition to Byers and Scott, the Seminoles have lost running back Jaylin Lucas for the season, while Roydell Williams is expected to miss an extended period. Wide receiver Destyn Hill also suffered a season-ending injury, leaving Norvell with little choice but to rely on underclassmen and less experienced players to fill important roles.
Boost for Week 5 with Byers’ Return
Byers’ return is expected to provide a significant boost for the 1-3 Seminoles, who have struggled with injuries and inconsistency through the early part of the season. His presence on the offensive line will be critical as Florida State looks to build momentum and improve their standing as the season progresses.
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