Florida State quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has officially announced his departure from the program, citing discomfort with his current situation in Tallahassee. The former five-star recruit took to social media with a brief but telling statement: “Am no longer comfortable here.”
Uiagalelei transferred to FSU ahead of the 2024 season after stints at Clemson and Oregon State, hoping to solidify his status as an elite college quarterback. However, his time with the Seminoles was met with mixed results, as he faced competition in a crowded quarterback room and struggled to establish himself as the team’s unquestioned leader.
Despite showing flashes of his talent, the 6-foot-4, 250-pound signal-caller never fully settled into Mike Norvell’s offensive system. With FSU looking toward the future and a potential shift at the quarterback position, Uiagalelei’s decision to enter the transfer portal seems to be a move toward finding a better fit for his final collegiate season.
FSU has yet to release an official statement regarding his departure, but sources indicate that the coaching staff was aware of his growing frustrations. With Uiagalelei’s exit, Florida State will likely turn to younger talents or explore other options via the transfer portal.
Now, the question remains: where will Uiagalelei land next? His experience and physical tools make him an attractive option for quarterback-needy programs. With spring football approaching, his decision will be closely watched across the college football landscape.
For Florida State, this marks another shift in a season full of transitions, as the Seminoles aim to maintain their trajectory as an ACC powerhouse despite yet another quarterback change.