On Sunday night, four-star offensive tackle Mario Nash Jr. He shared his thoughts on the situation. He is saddened to hear that Atkins was fired, but also says he will remain with the Seminoles for now as the Early Signing Period approaches.

“It’s truly heartbreaking to hear that (Coach Atkins) has been fired by (FSU). Coach Atkins is family to me and I truly believe in him as a man and as a Coach. I want the best for him and his family. I’m staying and I’ve made my commitment at this time.”

Nash Jr. has been committed to Florida State since October after previously committing to Mississippi State. The Seminoles were the first P4 program to offer him a scholarship in the summer of 2023.

The 6-foot-1, 280-pound offensive tackle is ranked No. 217 overall in Mississippi, No. 13 in IOL and No. 7 in Mississippi in the 2025 class, according to 247Sports.

So far, all four of FSU’s offensive line promises in the 2025 class are still available. Aside from Nash Jr., the Seminoles have five-star Solomon Thomas, four-star Peyton Joseph and three-star Daniel Pierre Louis.

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