1. Tommy Castellanos (Senior, Transfer from Boston College)
Florida State landed a high-profile transfer in Tommy Castellanos, who played at UCF before starring at Boston College. Listed at 5’11″ and 201 lbs, he’s a dual-threat quarterback who threw for 3,614 yards and 33 touchdowns, while running for 1,307 yards and 14 more scores Early spring practices have highlighted his leadership and energy. Castellanos—who compares himself to former FSU Heisman winner Jameis Winston offers stability after a rocky 2024 campaign
2. Jaylen King (Junior, Transfer from East Tennessee State)
King enters his junior year after transferring from East Tennessee State. Though not as heralded as Castellanos, he brings depth and experience to the QB room. His role will primarily be as a backup and practice supporter as FSU transitions to a more consistent offensive identity .
3. Brock Glenn (Redshirt Sophomore)
A redshirt sophomore from Memphis, Glenn initially committed to Ohio State before switching to FSU .In 2023, he saw action due to injuries in the QB room, starting games including the ACC Championship and finishing with 597 passing yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions He remained in 2024 and enters 2025 as a reliable option, though not viewed as the long-term starter .
4. Michael Grant (Redshirt Sophomore)
Grant, another redshirt sophomore, offers additional backup depth. Limited coverage suggests he’ll primarily serve as a third-string QB and developmental project on the scout team
5. Kevin Sperry (Freshman, Highly-Rated Recruit)
One of FSU’s high-priority additions, Sperry flipped his commitment from Oklahoma in late 2024 Standing 6’1″, 200 lbs, he ranked among the nation’s top 31 quarterbacks in the class and was an Elite 11 finalist During spring practices, Sperry impressed with athleticism and adaptability, pushing ahead of expectations to possibly claim second-string status
6. Gavin Markey (Freshman, Dual‑Threat Under‑the‑Radar Recruit)
Markey’s commitment came in March 2025, joining late in FSU’s 2025 class . A 6’2″, 235 lbs bruiser out of Georgia, he produced 1,660 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns alongside 16 passing scores as a senior Though unrated by major services, Markey fits Gus Malzahn’s run-heavy dual‑threat prototype and adds valuable depth
Positional Dynamics and Outlook
- Starting QB Bridge: Castellanos appears set as the primary starter for 2025, offering a capable leader to stabilize the offense while FSU pursues longer-term options.
- Next Man Up & Development: Glenn and King provide experience as backups, with Glenn likely in line for reps in relief or rotational roles.
- Youth Movement: Sperry and Markey represent the future. Sperry’s early spring performance positions him as a strong candidate for future starting roles, while Markey offers high-ceiling athleticism.
- Strategic Composition: The room balances experienced transfers and young prospects, a mix that suits both immediate competitive needs and long-term depth planning.
Final Thoughts
Florida State enters the 2025 season with a quarterback room suited for both short‑ and long‑term aspirations. Castellanos’s veteran presence and proven dual-threat ability should immediately lift the offense. Meanwhile, Brock Glenn and Jaylen King provide steady backup support, ensuring continuity throughout the season. On the developmental side, Kevin Sperry’s freshman trajectory and Gavin Markey’s raw athleticism indicate promising futures, especially within Gus Malzahn’s system.
This balanced QB mix combining experience, competition, and youthful potential positions FSU to tackle a challenging 2025 schedule (e.g., Alabama, Miami, Clemson) with a mix of immediate competency and growing depth.
