Wednesday, December 3, 2014


The #4 Florida State Seminoles look to defend their ACC title this Saturday night in Charlotte as they face Coastal Division champion Georgia Tech. Join Ryan Pensy, Brandon Mellor and Mike Sage for the best preview you will find online.

They also discuss the following:
  • Is Florida State being used as a pawn to sell tickets for the College Football Committee? 
  • What did the win over Florida say about FSU as a whole 
  • Did off-field distractions finally catchup to Jameis Winston against Florida 
  • Is it time for Nebraska and Michigan to have a reality check about their future and hiring a realistic coach

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

#3 Florida State Seminoles vs. Florida Gators Game Preview


It's the best rivalry in college football - Florida State vs. Florida and Ryan Pensy and Brandon Mellor have your full game preview.

  • Can the Noles get off to a fast start and spoil Will Muschamp's final game? 
  • Where is the Florida defense vulnerable and who from Florida State can exploit those opportunities. 
  • Will this be the final time Jameis Winston suits up and plays in front of the fans at Doak Campbell Stadium? 
  • Who wins the other key rivalry games in college football this weekend?



Thursday, November 20, 2014

Seminoles Remain 3rd With Boston College Coming To Doak


Join Ryan Pensy, Brandon Mellor and Mike Sage for an all-new Shoestring Tackle Podcast. The guys have a recap of the win over Miami and a full game preview of FSU vs. Boston College. They also discuss the following:
  • The Florida State Seminoles remain 3rd in the College Football Playoff poll despite being the only undefeated team
  • Will the Seminoles be able to overcome the stigma of a soft schedule and close wins
  • What does Florida State need to do to avoid another close game this weekend against Boston College
  • Who would each of the guys hire if given the chance as AD at Florida

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Florida State Seminoles vs. Miami Hurricanes Preview

Courtesy of BleacherReport.com
One of college football's great rivalries resumes this weekend as the #3 Florida State Seminoles travel to South Florida to face the Miami Hurricanes. Join Ryan Pensy, Brandon Mellor and Mike Sage as they breakdown the game and offer their picks.

Sunday, November 9, 2014

The Florida State Seminoles remain undefeated in win over Virginia

Courtesy OrlandoSentinel.com
The Florida State Seminoles improved to 25-0 over the last two seasons with their win over Virginia, while week 11 brought as many questions as answers to the rest of college football. Ryan Pensy, Brandon Mellor and Mike Sage recap the weekend and provide their insights into the world of college football.


Thursday, November 6, 2014

#2 Florida State Seminole vs. Virginia Cavaliers Preview + Week 11 Picks

Ryan Pensy and Mike Sage preview all of the action in Week 11 while Brandon Mellor is north of the border searching for Fred Rouse and Corey Surrency.

Picks are made on Virginia vs. #2 Florida State, #5 Alabama vs. #16 LSU, #7 Kansas State vs. #6 TCU, #14 Ohio State vs. #8 Michigan State and #10 Notre Dame vs. #9 Arizona State.





Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Does Winston Have 'Jordan'-Like Skills + Week 10 Recap

The Florida State Seminoles remain undefeated after coming back from down 21-0 to Louisville. Ryan Pensy, Brandon Mellor and Mike Sage break down all of the action and ponder if Jameis Winston has Michael Jordan like DNA.

Plus a full recap of Week 10 action including Auburn's win over Ole Miss and Florida's win over Georgia.