Gavin Blackwell News, Rumors, Updates - Florida State Seminoles

Good to go against Wake Forest Blackwell (undisclosed) is good to go for Saturday's game against Wake Forest.

Impact Blackwell has been sidelined for back-to-back games and four of seven games so far this season, but he'll return to the field versus the Demon Deacons. The 5-foot-11 wide receiver likely won't have a huge role even with his active designation in the home matchup.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Blackwell (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Stanford, Dustin Lewis of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Blackwell has seen limited action and has yet to record a target even when active. He'll have some extra time to recover before the team plays again Nov. 1.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Week 7 Blackwell (undisclosed) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against Pittsburgh.

Impact Blackwell has been ruled out due to undisclosed reasons ahead of Saturday's game against the Panthers. The 5-foot-11 senior wideout has yet to record a catch this season for the Seminoles.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy again Blackwell (undisclosed) is healthy again, per Corey Clark of On3.com.

Impact Blackwell had perviously been limited with an undisclosed injury but is now at full health again. He transferred to Florida State this offseason after having spent the past three years at UNC and is expected to serve as the Seminoles' No. 4 receiver during the 2025 campaign.

AUGUST 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 27, 2025 • TALLAHASSEE.COM

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JUNE 26, 2025 • TALLAHASSEE.COM

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JUNE 26, 2025 • TALLAHASSEE.COM

BREAKING: Florida State secures veteran North Carolina WR transfer Gavin Blackwell The Seminoles have added an experienced player to the wide receiver unit.

MAY 4, 2025 • SI.COM

Committed to FSU Blackwell has committed to play for Florida State for the 2025 season, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com.

Impact Blackwell will join the Seminoles following three years with North Carolina. The 5-foot-11 receiver appeared in just four games for the Tar Heels in 2024, catching four passes for 43 scoreless yards. He will retain two seasons of eligibility with FSU moving forward.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seeking fresh start Blackwell has decided to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Blackwell had entered the portal back in December before deciding to return to Chapel Hill, however, the junior wide receiver is once again testing the transfer market. He totaled four receptions for 43 yards across two appearances.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Chapel Hill Blackwell won't enter the transfer portal after all, per 247Sports.com.

Impact It was initially reported by Hayes Fawcett of On3.com that Blackwell would seek new opportunities by way of the portal. However, he's now listed by 247Sports as a returnee for the Tar Heels at wideout. Blackwell has seen his involvement steadily decline through three seasons, but he's apparently elected to run it back once more for his senior year.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Chapel Hill Blackwell will enter the transfer portal, Hayes Fawcett of On3.com reports.

Impact Blackwell saw his involvement decrease steadily through three years at North Carolina. The wideout caught 18 passes for 239 yards and a score in his true freshman season, but was limited to just four catches for 43 yards this fall. The wideout should have one season of eligibility remaining.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing during fall Blackwell was spotted practicing at the Tar Heel's fall camp, per a video posted to the football program's X account.

Impact Blackwell has missed plenty of time for UNC, only playing in five games last season and missing the entirety of spring ball. However, he's slated for a big role this fall as one of the Tar Heels' top pass-catchers. It's a great sign for North Carolina's passing attack that one of its top receivers is up and running once more.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scouting Report: Gavin Blackwell Jason Staples provides his comprehensive player analysis, with grades, stats, scouting notes, clips, and 2024 outlook.

JULY 9, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Logs one snap in Week 8 Blackwell (concussion) logged one snap in Week 8 against Virginia.

Impact Blackwell has garnered more than one catch just once this season, and he's not expected to play a significant role in the Tar Heels' passing attack moving forward even if he's able to stay healthy.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in season-opener Blackwell will start at wide receiver during North Carolina's season-opener against Florida A&M, Rivals.com reports.

Impact Blackwell was a redshirt recipient last season, but he will start in his collegiate debut for the Tarheels. The 5-foot-11 wideout was a four-star recruit in the class of 2021.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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