During the opening rounds of ACC Media Days on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels voiced his displeasure at being omitted from On3's top ten quarterback rankings for the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) heading into the 2026 season. The list featured several familiar and emerging names, but Daniels, an Auburn transfer, was notably absent.

Daniels felt he deserved a spot in the top ten, especially considering his performances against ranked teams like Vanderbilt and Alabama, despite those games resulting in losses. He pointed out that some quarterbacks with little experience, such as Christopher Vizzina and Lincoln Kienholz, were included, which added to his frustration.

Acknowledging the challenges ahead, Daniels noted that his supporting cast at Auburn included two top-tier wide receivers, Eric Singleton Jr. and Cam Coleman, along with standout Deuce Robinson. He expressed concern that he may not have the same level of offensive firepower at Florida State in Tallahassee.

Additionally, Daniels inherited a difficult situation at FSU, where the team posted a 7-17 record over the past two seasons. Although he was not part of those struggles, he recognized that these were the challenges he accepted when signing with head coach Mike Norvell.

The rankings and Daniels' reaction have sparked discussion among Florida State fans and players, adding to the competitive atmosphere as the ACC season approaches.

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