The Daily Nole — May 1, 2018: FSU Walk-On Jared Jackson Gets NFL Shot

It’s Tuesday, Florida State fans. As your day cruises along, 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

Six former Florida State players were selected in the 2018 NFL Draft. Entering Monday, seven more had been signed as undrafted free agents, but the eighth may have come as a surprise.

Former walk-on wide receiver Jared Jackson has been signed as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams. Known for his play on special teams, Jackson finished his career with 19 total tackles and two receptions for 13 yards.

With Jackson being signed, the only other FSU players likely to find an NFL home are safety Nate Andrews and linebacker Ro’Derrick Hoskins. Teams can hold rookie minicamps from May 4-7.

Between the Lines

There were no FSU athletic events scheduled for Monday.

On the Agenda

There are no FSU athletic events scheduled for Tuesday.

News and Notes

The NCAA Men and Women’s Tennis Selection Shows will be held on Tuesday.

Instead of a single game, FSU baseball will play a doubleheader against Mount St. Mary’s on May 12.

FSU’s Jessie Warren was named ACC Softball Player of the Week.

FSU women’s hoops assistant Brooke Wyckoff has been promoted to associate head coach.

FSU men’s tennis will host Alabama State to open the NCAA Tournament. The women will take on North Florida in Gainesville.

What You May Have Missed From The Daily Nole

ACC Baseball Ranks for Florida State (April 30)
FSU Football: Analyzing the Undrafted Free Agents
Change Again Minimal for FSU in Polls After .500 Week
The Daily Nole — April 30, 2018: FSU Softball Falls at Notre Dame, 3-1

Mike Ferguson is the editor of The Daily Nole. Follow Mike on Twitter @MikeWFerguson