Jalen Ramsey, a former Florida State Seminole and current star in the NFL, is known for his outspoken nature both on and off the field. Recently, after Florida State’s humiliating loss to Boston College, Ramsey didn’t hold back in expressing his candid thoughts about the state of the Seminoles’ football program.
Ramsey, who was a key player during FSU’s dominant years, including their national championship run in 2013, has always had a deep connection with the program. However, the recent struggles of the team have clearly affected him. In an interview following the Boston College loss, Ramsey expressed his disappointment and concern for the direction in which the program is heading.
He began by acknowledging the proud history of Florida State football, noting how the team used to be a perennial powerhouse, feared by opponents across the country. “Florida State was a place where you came to win championships,” Ramsey said. “We had a standard, and everyone who wore that garnet and gold knew what it meant to represent Florida State. We played with pride, and we knew we had to uphold the legacy that was built by those before us.”
However, Ramsey didn’t shy away from addressing the current state of the program. He pointed out the inconsistencies in the team’s performance and the lack of discipline and focus that have plagued them in recent years. “It’s frustrating to see what’s happening now,” he continued. “This isn’t the Florida State I know. Losing to a team like Boston College, with all due respect, is unacceptable. We shouldn’t be losing games like that, and we definitely shouldn’t be getting embarrassed on national television.”
Ramsey also touched on the coaching and leadership within the program, suggesting that there needs to be a significant change in the way things are being handled. While he didn’t name specific individuals, it was clear that he believes the current coaching staff and administration are not living up to the expectations that come with leading a program of Florida State’s caliber.
“We need leaders who understand what it means to wear that uniform,” Ramsey said. “Coaches who know how to motivate and get the best out of their players. There needs to be accountability at every level, from the players to the coaches to the administration. Everyone needs to step up.”
Despite his criticisms, Ramsey emphasized that his comments come from a place of love and respect for the program. He expressed hope that the Seminoles can turn things around and return to their former glory. “I love Florida State,” he said. “It’s a special place, and I want to see it back on top where it belongs. But that won’t happen unless some serious changes are made.”
In closing, Ramsey urged current players and coaches to take a hard look at themselves and figure out what needs to be done to right the ship. “The talent is there,” he concluded. “But talent alone isn’t enough. You need heart, you need discipline, and you need a winning mentality. Florida State deserves better, and I believe they can get there if they’re willing to put in the work.”
Ramsey’s comments are likely to resonate with many Florida State fans who have been frustrated by the program’s decline in recent years. Whether his words will spark the change he hopes for remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Jalen Ramsey still bleeds garnet and gold, and he won’t rest until the Seminoles are back where they belong—at the top of the college football world.
