Florida State Star Wide Receiver Keon Coleman Opts Out of 2023 Orange Bowl
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No. 5 Florida State's roster next season will starkly contrast with the 13-0 ACC Championship squad that took the field in 2023. In the age of the transfer portal and the NIL business model, it will be the case for most schools adapting to a new era. Still, with FSU's top-heavy depth chart filled with NFL potential, many spots will open up for underclassmen and incoming transfers.
Star wide receiver Keon Coleman will forgo the 2023 Orange Bowl as he prepares for the NFL Draft, according to 247Sports. His potential first-round selection was practically cemented after a monster 2023 season at Florida State. He finished the year appearing in 12 games with 11 touchdowns, 658 yards on 50 receptions, and was nominated All ACC as a receiver and all-purpose player.
As a dynamic punt returner, Coleman repeatedly proved that his athletic ability was a game-changer, causing opposing teams to hold their breath when the ball was headed his way.
Coleman will join fellow wide receiver Johnny Wilson on the list of players headed to the draft. The Seminoles will also be without running back Trey Benson, tight end Jaheim Bell, defensive tackle Fabien Lovett, and defensive end Jared Verse.
The Louisiana native joined the 'Noles rated as the No. 4 transfer wide receiver in the 2022 NCAA Transfer Portal after having a successful stent at Michigan State. He appeared in 22 games with 12 starts, 65 receptions, and eight scores.
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