It’s the weekend, Florida State fans. As you enjoy some time with the family or friends, keep it here for the latest in FSU athletics. The news and notes section of this post may be updated throughout the day.
Lead Story
Since he declared after his junior season, Florida State defensive end Brian Burns won’t be participating in any all-star games, but he will get to represent FSU one more time.
Burns has been selected to participate in the State Farm All-Star Football Challenge in Dallas. The event will air on Feb. 1 at 9 p.m. EST on ESPN2.
Joining Burns on the ACC team will be Clemson defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, NC State quarterback Ryan Finley and Notre Dame defensive back Julian Love. Events include the State Farm QB Accuracy Competition, the Hands Competition, the Quicken Loans Lineman Strength Challenge, the Mercedes-Benz Obstacle Course and the State Farm Team Competition, per a release.
Burns was named an All-ACC performer as a junior for FSU this past season, recording 52 tackles, 15.5 for loss, 10 sacks and three forced fumbles. He is projected as a first round pick in the upcoming 2019 NFL Draft.
Between the Lines
FSU track and field participated in events at Clemson, Texas Tech and Columbia on Friday. FSU women’s tennis fell to Tennessee in the ITA Kick-Off, 4-3.
On the Agenda
FSU women’s tennis will continue the ITA Kick-Off on Saturday while the men’s team begins the event. FSU track and field will finish up its events from Friday. FSU swimming and diving hosts Florida Atlantic.
News and Notes
At Clemson, FSU senior Armani Wallace set a new school-record in the triple jump.
FSU football has a big recruiting weekend set.
FSU baseball begin practice on Friday.
FSU football added tackle and Northern Illinois graduate transfer Ryan Roberts on Saturday.
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