Revisiting FSU football's recruitment of QBs Cam Ward, DJ Uiagalelei in transfer portal

Back in the thick of it

Florida State football continues to make noise in the transfer portal as two elite quarterbacks Cam Ward and DJ Uiagalelei have entered the portal and are now being pursued by the Seminoles. FSU has a strong history of developing quarterbacks, and both Ward and Uiagalelei would be great additions to the program.

Evaluating each candidate

Ward and Uiagalelei are both talented quarterbacks with a lot of potential. Ward is a 4-star recruit who was ranked as the No. 6 quarterback in the 2022 class by 247Sports. He has a strong arm and is a good runner. Uiagalelei is a former 5-star recruit who was ranked as the No. 1 quarterback in the 2020 class by 247Sports. While he has the size and athleticism, accuracy has been a problem for him. He has a strong arm and is a good runner.

Both quarterbacks have their strengths and weaknesses. Ward is a more polished passer than Uiagalelei but Uiagalelei has the higher upside. Ward is more likely to be ready to contribute immediately, but Uiagalelei has the potential to be a star.

What it means for the Seminoles

The addition of either Ward or Uiagalelei would be a big boost to FSU's offense. The Seminoles have been looking for a quarterback who can lead them to the next level, and one of these players could be the answer.

Ward is a more polished passer than Uiagalelei, but Uiagalelei has the higher upside. Ward is more likely to be ready to contribute immediately, but Uiagalelei has the potential to be a star.

The ultimate decision

Ultimately, the decision of whether to pursue Ward or Uiagalelei will be up to FSU head coach Mike Norvell. Norvell will have to weigh the strengths and weaknesses of each player and decide which one is the best fit for his team.