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Florida State and Georgia are set to square off in the Orange Bowl after missing out on the College Football Playoff.
The two powerhouses are coming off contrasting different results. The Seminoles secured a victory against Louisville in the ACC Championship game, while the Bulldogs lost out to Alabama in the SEC Championship game.
On that note, here is a list of players who have opted out of the Orange Bowl:
Florida State's Orange Bowl absentees
Following the controversial exclusion from the playoff, a good number of Florida State players have decided against playing in the Orange Bowl.
#1 Keon Coleman, WR
Keon Coleman arrived at Florida State from Michigan State ahead of the 2023 college football season. The wide receiver continued his brilliant form with the Seminoles, leading the team in receiving yards. He has opted out of the Orange Bowl and declared for the 2024 NFL draft.
#2 Johnny Wilson, WR
Johnny Wilson has established himself as one of the top receivers on the Seminoles roster over the last few seasons. The wideout led the team in receiving yards in 2022 and also played an important role in 2023. Wilson has opted out of the Orange Bowl and entered the draft.
Other Top Florida State's Orange Bowl opt-outs
Georgia’s Orange Bowl opt-outs
Georgia was expected to win its third consecutive national championship. However, the Bulldogs missed out on the playoff after losing the SEC title game.
They've since recorded significant bowl opt-outs. It’s worth noting that no NFL draft-eligible player in the Bulldogs team has opted out of the bowl game.
#1 Mekhi Mews, WR
Following a season where he was part of the Bulldogs wide receiver rotation, Mekhi Mews decided to move on from Athens for better opportunities elsewhere. He has entered the transfer portal and won't be playing the Orange Bowl.
#2 Jonathan Jefferson, DL
Jonathan Jefferson has over the years found himself behind a roster of highly talented defensive tackles at Georgia, including names like Jalen Carter, Devonte Wyatt and Warren Brinson. He won’t be available for the Orange Bowl after having transferred to SMU.
Other top Georgia’s Orange Bowl opt-outs
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