Florida State enters its first game under interim leadership with a critical injury crisis, as the Seminoles (3-5, 1-4 ACC) will face Boston College (4-4, 2-3 ACC) without two key defensive linemen. Wednesday’s availability report confirmed that Kevin Wynn and Deante McCray are out for the matchup, further depleting a unit already struggling to contain opponents. This comes after wide receiver Duce Robinson was ruled out for the season with a torn ACL, leaving the Seminoles searching for stability on both sides of the ball as they attempt to secure their first road victory in 1,075 days.
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The running back room presents the most significant concern for the 6.5-point favorites, with starters Sam Singleton Jr. and Ousmane Kromah already out for the season. Current starter Tre Wisner is listed as questionable, forcing the coaching staff to rely heavily on depth. If Wisner is unable to play, freshman Amari Thomas, who served as the backup last week, would likely start, with former walk-on Zay Parks providing support. The situation could force an unexpected role for Gavin Markey, a former walk-on who converted from tight end to running back during the offseason, to step into the third-back role.
This availability report underscores the fragility of the Seminoles’ roster as they navigate the aftermath of Mike Norvell’s firing. With Boston College looking to extend their own winning streak, Florida State must find cohesion in a backfield that has been ravaged by injuries. The outcome of this game will likely hinge on how quickly the defense can adapt to the loss of Wynn and McCray and whether the young running back corps can generate enough volume to keep the offense afloat on the road.
Source: Yahoo Sports
