Tommy Castellanos of Florida State Reaffirms His Audacious Alabama Statements: "We Stand on What I Said"

When questioned about his offseason remarks that went viral against the Crimson Tide, Castellanos spoke boldly at ACC Media Days and showed no signs of faltering.

Castellanos reiterated on Wednesday that "we stand on what I said." "I do not mean to be disrespectful to those Alabama boys or anything. I simply have faith in my teammates, our preparation, and the effort we have been making. It was confidence, not disdain, and that was all.

Do not be misled, though; his tone was forceful rather than contrite.

Castellanos, a transfer who has already made a big impression in Tallahassee, caused a stir last month when he said he was thrilled to play Alabama in Florida State's season opener. He did not hold back either.

He remarked in June, "I am excited, man." Every time I have played a first game, we have always won quickly. I have had dreams about similar situations. Playing Alabama has always been a dream of mine. Additionally, Nick Saban is not there to help them this time. I simply do not see them preventing me.

The final statement, "They do not have Nick Saban to save them," immediately went viral on social media, in sports talk shows, and in locker rooms. This was particularly true in Tuscaloosa, where respect is just as important as swagger.

During last week's SEC Media Days, the Crimson Tide demonstrated that they were taking notice.

Lawson remarked, "It definitely ignites us a little bit." However, we do not focus on that. What we do that week and how we prepare will determine the outcome. However, all disrespect will be dealt with appropriately.

A New Era of Self-Assured College Football

Castellanos' remarks are representative of a new breed of athletes who are fearless, vocal, and driven by faith in their own abilities. The once-unshakeable mystique of the Crimson Tide is beginning to feel mortal in the post-Saban Alabama era. Players like Castellanos, who perceive opportunity rather than intimidation on the opposing side of the field, are aware of this.

His confidence is not based on bluster, though it may come close to it. Castellanos is described by those who know him as intensely competitive, unrelentingly motivated, and devoted to his team.

Off-record, a Florida State employee stated, "This is not trash language." "This child is eager for his moment and does not hesitate to express it aloud."

The Countdown Starts

Now, the Florida State vs. Alabama game has personal significance in addition to playoff ramifications. New-school defiance and old-school dominance collide. Castellanos is not going to back down, that much is certain.