The Daily Nole — Feb. 4, 2018: Four Former Seminoles to Play in Super Bowl LII

It’s Super Sunday, Florida State fans. As you get set to enjoy your day and the big game, keep it here for the latest in FSU athletics. The news and notes section of this post will be updated throughout the day.

Lead Story

Super Bowl LII on Sunday evening will feature four former Florida State football players.

All four will be members of the Philadelphia Eagles as defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan, linebacker Nigel Bradham and cornerbacks Ronald Darby and Patrick Robinson all aim for a first Super Bowl victory. The opponent will be the New England Patriots, who led by quarterback Tom Brady, are aiming for a sixth Super Bowl title.

Offensive linemen Tre’ Jackson, Bryan Stork and cornerback Terrell Buckley previously won Super Bowls as member of the Patriots. The contest kicks off at 6:25 p.m. EST and airs on NBC.

Between the Lines

FSU swimming and diving continued the Auburn Invite on Saturday. FSU basketball held off Louisville on the road, 80-76. Both FSU’s men’s and women’s tennis teams defeated Florida. The men rallied for a 4-3 win while the women won 4-1.

On the Agenda

The FSU swimming and diving team wraps up the Auburn Invite on Sunday. FSU women’s basketball will be at Pittsburgh is a contest that airs on Fox Sports Florida at 1 p.m. EST.

News and Notes

FSU’s women’s tennis victory over Florida on Saturday was just the second ever.

4-star linebacker Xavier Peters made his official commitment to FSU on Saturday.

3-star wide receiver Keyshawn Helton has committed to Florida State.

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