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Current, Former Florida State Players React to Matthew Cleveland's Transfer to Miami

Originally posted on FanNation NoleGameDay
By Austin Veazey | Last updated 5/9/23

Former Florida State wing Matthew Cleveland committed and signed to Miami on Sunday afternoon, and was met with mixed reactions from former teammates and others surrounding Florida State. Fans were less than pleased; as going from FSU to Miami is heresy for most.

One former teammate, Alaa-Eddine Boutayeb, who has since transferred to Arkansas State and is in the portal again, wished him well.

Another now former teammate, Cam’Ron Fletcher, let his feelings know on Instagram and Twitter.

Former player and now radio host for FSU Adrian Crawford sided with Fletcher.

Another former player, David Nichols, who played at FSU for the 2018-19 season, was a little shocked but said the rivalry isn’t as big for basketball as it is for football.

He’s not entirely wrong there, honestly. Granted, Florida State has dominated the basketball series recently, winning 12 of the last 14 games against Miami. The competitiveness turns up when they’re playing Florida, Duke, and to some extent Louisville. Not as much for Miami. There’s definitely going to be some extra motivation for the players now.

Even a former football player chimed in, linebacker/safety Brendan Gant, who recently transferred to Colorado.

The schedule release in the fall is going to be as anticipated as many in recent history, as Florida State will likely have both games against Miami circles, but especially the game in Tallahassee.