Florida State just dropped their final injury report for Friday night’s clash against the Louisville Cardinals, and holy smokes, they’re missing ten players! That’s a massive hit for the Seminoles as they get ready for what’s sure to be a wild game.
FSU’s Roster Takes a Major Hit for Friday Night Showdown
When you lose ten guys, you gotta wonder how deep those rosters really are. FSU is going to be without running back Sam Singleton Jr., which is always tough for the ground game. On the receiving end, wide receiver Devin Carter is out, so that’s a big target gone. The defensive backfield is taking a huge hit with Karson Hobbs, Jamari Howard, Zae Thomas, and Jordan Crutchfield all sidelined. Talk about a secondary scrambling to cover. Linebackers Blake Nichelson, Izayia Williams, Daylen Green, and Noah LaVallee are also out, meaning the heart of their defense is going to feel it.
But it’s not all bad news for FSU. Defensive lineman Darryll Desir was questionable, but he’s good to go and will even start at defensive end. That’s a crucial boost! Linebackers Mikai Gbayor and Karon Maycock, defensive back Antonio Cromartie Jr., and punter Daniel Hughes were all probable, and they’re suiting up too. So, while they’ve got some major holes, at least a few key guys are back on the field.
Louisville’s Injury Report Also Stings, But Some Key Players Return
Louisville isn’t walking into this game completely unscathed either. They’ve got nine players out, which is still a significant number. Defensive back Antonio Watts won’t play, nor will punter Jacob Baker. On offense, wide receiver Montavin Quisenberry and tight ends Travis Egan and Hamilton Atkins are all out, which could impact their passing game. Offensive linemen Bryten Close and Sam Secrest are also sidelined, and that’s never good for protecting the QB. Defensive lineman Sam Dawson is out, too. Plus, running back Keyjuan Brown, who was questionable, is officially out. That’s a gut punch for their backfield depth.
However, just like FSU, Louisville is getting some important guys back. Defensive back TJ Banks, offensive lineman Cason Henry, and defensive lineman Daylen Russell will all play after being listed as questionable. Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz, defensive back Koen Entringer, defensive linemen AJ Green and Joshua Donald, and offensive linemen Ellis McAdoo and Anwar O’Neal were all probable and are ready to go. One Louisville offensive lineman is still a game-time decision, so they’re waiting on that last piece of the puzzle.
Get ready for some serious college football action on Friday night, everyone! This game kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, and with all these injuries, it’s going to be a fascinating battle of attrition and depth. Who’s gonna step up? We’re about to find out!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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