Florida State’s roster has undergone significant changes since the end of the 2024 season. The Seminoles have brought in nearly 40 new players through the NCAA Transfer Portal and their high school recruiting class, while also seeing several departures, including longtime contributors. This level of turnover has become the norm in modern college football, especially for teams looking to rebuild after a difficult season, such as Florida State’s 2-10 campaign.
One experienced player who was expected to move on to the professional level is now aiming for an additional year of college eligibility. According to Warchant’s Matt Lasarre, redshirt senior linebacker DJ Lundy has applied for an NCAA waiver that would allow him to play in 2025.
Lundy has spent five seasons with the Seminoles, appearing in five games during the most recent campaign. Although the redshirt rule limits participation to four games, he suffered an injury in his fifth appearance, which is likely to be a key factor in his request for a waiver. Additionally, he began his college career in 2020, a season impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which could further support his case.
