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Florida State freshman says playing against Alabama was like playing a ‘high school’ team

by
Justin Smith
September 17, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) looks to pass the ball against the Florida State Seminoles during the second half at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images

Florida State’s true freshman, Mandrell Desir was not impressed with Alabama football’s offensive line in his first-ever college football game, and he made this very clear during a recent media availability.

“Coming into this game, they was talking about best O-Line in the country,” Desir said. “I felt like it was another high school game. It didn’t feel hard for me. It just felt like I could dominate and that’s what I went out there and did.”

The true freshman had four tackles in the Seminoles’ win over the Crimson Tide.

Florida State has remained undefeated since beating the Tide at home to open the season.

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