Ex-Florida State tight end transferring for second time

The former Seminole is looking for a new home for his sixth season at the college level.

Nov 25, 2017; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles helmet lays on the field against the Florida Gators during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images / Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Florida State saw nine players move on from the program during the NCAA Transfer Portal spring window in April.

With that being said, there are some other names across college football in the portal who have ties to the Seminoles. Earlier this month, former FSU tight end Koby Gross officially decided to transfer from FAMU following three seasons with the Rattlers.

Gross is looking for a new home for his final season of eligibility. He's already reported offers from North Carolina and UTEP.

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The California native had a career year with the Rattlers in 2024. He appeared in 12 games, catching 24 passes for 257 yards and three touchdowns. Gross recorded a season-best six catches for 106 yards and a score in FAMU's 22-18 victory against South Carolina State on August 31. He was named second-team All-SWAC for the campaign.

Overall, Gross saw action in 28 games and totaled 36 catches for 381 yards and six touchdowns with the program. He also rushed once for one yard.

Gross originally signed with Florida State as a three-star JUCO prospect in the 2021 class. He didn't see the field during his lone season with the program, primarily working with the scout team while being named to the ACC Honor Roll.

Going into the offseason, Gross was looking to earn a bigger opportunity with the Seminoles. However, he was injured early in FSU's slate of spring practices in 2022, sidelining him for the remainder of the period. That led Gross to transfer from the program as he stuck around in Tallahassee to play for FAMU.

The 6-foot-2, 245-pound is preparing for his sixth and final season of eligibility at the college level.

Who Has Entered The Transfer Portal From Florida State During The Spring Window?

Quarterback Trever Jackson, Redshirt Freshman (transferred to Arkansas)

Wide Receiver Hykeem Williams, Junior (transferred to Colorado)

Wide Receiver Jordan Scott, Junior (transferred to Maryland)

Wide Receiver Jalen Brown, Redshirt Sophomore (dismissed/transferred to Arkansas)

Offensive Lineman TJ Ferguson, Redshirt Senior (transferred to Syracuse)

Offensive Lineman Jaylen Early, Redshirt Junior (transferred to Missouri)

Defensive End Aaron Hester, Redshirt Junior (transferred to Liberty)

Defensive Tackle D'Nas White, Redshirt Freshman

Linebacker Timir Hickman-Collins, Redshirt Freshman

Who Does Florida State Have At Tight End For The 2025 Season?

Redshirt Senior Markeston Douglas

Redshirt Junior Greyson Labiad

Junior Randy Pittman

Sophomore Landen Thomas

Sophomore Amaree Williams

Redshirt Freshman Luke Douglas

True Freshman Chase Loftin

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