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In today’s game, speed kills. Florida State football has a ton of it on this year’s team.
After the Seminoles’ third day of practice last Friday, wide receiver Malik Benson raised the bar when asked if he thinks he is the fastest Seminole on the team.
Of course, he said, ‘Yes.’ However, he shouted out three other players who could give him the run for his money.
Here is a list of players who could be the fastest Seminole on the team.
WR Malik Benson
Florida State Seminoles wide receiver Malik Benson (10) runs with the ball during the Spring Showcase on April 20, 2024, at Doak S. Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-USA TODAY Sports
Benson confidently believes he is the top speedster for the Seminoles. Since transferring from Alabama, Benson has shown his explosiveness and discipline on his routes.
In high school, Benson, a Lansing, Kansas native, was a state qualifier in the 100 and 200 meter, 4×100 relay, and long jump.
He started his football career at Hutchison Community College, where he shattered the school record, including 2,152 receiving yards over two seasons and is ranked second with 21 receiving touchdowns. He also broke the single-season record with 1,229 yards. He was the No. 1 JUCO player and played one year at Alabama.
RB Micahi Danzi
Florida State football players participate in day two of fall pracice at the Albert J. Dunlap center on Friday, July 26, 2024
A multi-time state champion, two-time All-Big Bend Sprinter of the Year and Florida Dairy Farmer’s Mr. Track at Florida High, Micahi Danzy is no stranger to speed.
Winning both the 200 and 400-meter spring state titles in back-to-back years, it’s impossible to look past Danzy when wondering who is the fastest on the team.
Before his season-ending injury during his senior year of high school, Danzy recorded 59 carries for…
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Author : Tallahassee Democrat
Publish date : 2024-07-28 11:22:08
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