FUELING THE CLIMB
Success in college football requires the support of a strong, well-funded Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) operation. The Battle’s End was founded with the sole intention of building a sustainable, best-in-class NIL operation for Florida State Football. The members and corporate partners of The Battle’s End directly fuel the CLIMB by providing Head Coach Mike Norvell and his staff with the edge needed in recruiting and ability to consistently compete for championships. As a member of The Battle’s End, you're not just a fan; you're a direct participant in ensuring FSU Football maintains its rightful place among the college football elite.
Support the CLIMBDIRECTLY SUPPORT FSU Football's CLIMB
Foot Soldier
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Receive A Battle’s End Membership Card |
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Receive A $20 Battle’s End Merchandise Credit |
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Ability to Purchase Tickets to Members-Only The Battle's End Tailgates |
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Invitation To Annual Battle’s End Fan Festival |
Linebacker
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Receive A Battle's End Membership Card |
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Receive A $50 Battle's End Merchandise Credit |
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Ability to Purchase Tickets to Members-Only The Battle's End Tailgates |
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Invitation To Annual Battle’s End Fan Festival |
Gold
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Receive A Battle's End Membership Card |
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Receive A $85 Battle's End Merchandise Credit |
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Entry To Monthly Raffle For The Battle's End Signed Items |
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Complimentary Access To Members-Only The Battle's End Tailgates for member and guests |
Garnet
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Receive A Battle's End Membership Card |
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Receive A $175 Battle's End Merchandise Credit |
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Receive A Signed "Thank You" Letter From A Battle's End Student-Athlete |
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Receive (1) Annual Player-Signed Item |
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Ability To Attend Virtual Events With Battle's End Student-Athletes |
Platinum
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Receive A Battle's End Membership Card |
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Receive A $350 Battle's End Merchandise Credit |
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Receive (1) Personalized Video Message From A Battle's End Student-Athlete |
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Invites To In-Person Battle's End Special Events |
Diamond
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Receive A Battle's End Membership Card |
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Receive A $650 Battle's End Merchandise Credit |
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Invites To In-Person Events With The Battle's End Student-Athletes |
Dynasty Builder
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Receive A $950 Battle's End Merchandise Credit |
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Off season informational session with coaching staff |
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The Battle’s End Official visit experience |
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Individual player interaction opportunities |
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Hole sponsorship and playing spots at TBE golf tournament |
Fentrell Cypress
Fentrell Cypress
Defensive Back
Returning for another season with the Noles, defensive back Fentrell Cypress is looking to lead the young secondary for the upcoming 2024 season. In his first season with the Seminoles, Cypress made 28 solo tackles out of his 40 total tackles. As a former Virginia transfer, Cypress came in having his best season yet being Top 5 nationally in yards allowed per coverage snap (0.53), and fourth in the Power Five with only a 4.5% open target rate.
“The relationships I had built were different from other schools, and the recruiting process helped
me a lot. Just the history of Florida State and DBU, that’s something that helped a lot with my
decision.”
Lucas Simmons
Lucas Simmons
Offensive Tackle
Redshirt-freshman Lucas Simmons from Stockholm, Sweden, is returning to The Battle’s End for the 2024 season. He comes in at a staggering 6’8” 313, and before coming to FSU was a top 75 recruit, ranked as the 10th overall offensive tackle. We are excited to partner with Lucas again and see him put his talent on display.
“I’ll be giving my all throughout my time at Florida State. I’m planning on being a Seminole for life
and I want to produce.”
Darrell Jackson
Darrell Jackson
Defensive Lineman
After transferring from arch-rival Miami, Jackson did not receive a waiver to play in the teams 2023 season. Looking ahead to 2024 however, Jackson will have a heavy workload and look to make a name for himself in Tallahassee. Coming in at 6’6’’ and 300 pounds Jackson is a force to be reckoned with in the trenches.
“It feels amazing… I’m happy to be here playing in my backyard.”
Hykeem Williams
Hykeem Williams
Wide Receiver
The lone five star of Florida State’s 2023 recruiting class, Hykeem Williams, was one of the best players in the entire state of Florida as a high school Senior. In his true freshman season at FSU Williams played in 8 games, he caught 5 passes for 80 yards and a touchdown. He is primed to carry a bigger role in the 2024 season, as a 6’2’’ 208 pound receiver Hykeem has major big play ability.
“Florida State. It’s all about trusting the process, and I trust in Coach Dugans.”
Patrick Payton
Patrick Payton
Defensive Lineman
Another big addition to the Noles in 2024, bringing Patrick Payton back was very high on the list of to do’s. A breakout star in 2022, Payton turned heads again in 2023, setting the record since 2014 for batted passes in a season at 10. On top of that, he also recorded 44 total tackles, 14.5 tackles for loss, and 7.0 sacks.
“We have one of the best teams in the nation. We have a great quarterback. We have great coaches,
O-Line, D-Line. I feel like we're going to do something special this year.”
Ryan Fitzgerald
Ryan Fitzgerald
Kicker
Fitzgerald will be returning for another year with the Seminoles poised to make a big impact in special teams. Coming off of his best collegiate season, Fitzgerald went 19/21 on FG with a long of 48 yards, while also making every PAT.
Robert Scott Jr.
Robert Scott Jr.
Offensive Lineman
Standing at 6-5 and weighing 313 pounds, Robert Scott, an Arkansas native, showcased his skills in 7 games for the Seminoles this past season. His imposing presence and performance make him a valuable asset for FSU.
“I appreciate the opportunity to come back to a great coaching staff, and that means a lot to me.“
Conrad Hussey
Conrad Hussey
Defensive Back
Hussey played a huge role in his true freshman season, originally from the South Florida powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas Conrad was a consensus four-star recruit coming out of highschool. He played in all 14 games for the Noles this season and tallied 22 total tackles, 2 forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and one interception. He resigned with The Battle’s End for the upcoming 2024 season and primed for another great season.
“I’m ready to take the field with my teammates and show the world what FSU can do.”
GET TO KNOW YOUR NOLES
WHAT IS NIL?
NIL broadly refers to an individual athlete’s name, image, and likeness and typically refers to the now-permitted practice of college athletes monetizing their names, images, and likenesses.
The NCAA lifted restrictions on athletes earning money through use of their NIL on July 1, 2021. Prior to this decisions, student athletes could be stripped of their athletic eligibility for receiving compensation of any kind while competing in college sports.
Athletes are still prohibited from being compensated for on-field activities or performance. However, players are now able to monetize their name, image, or likeness. This can include a broad array of activities including sponsorships, endorsements, and advertising opportunities.
Under these new laws and NCAA rules, schools and booster organizations COULD NOT fund or provide NIL deals to athletes.
This gave rise to 3rd-party organizations like The Battle’s End that can directly compensate athletes for the right to market the NIL of those athletes and help them maximize the value of their name, image, and likeness.
NIL gives athletes the ability to maximize their individual brand, pursue interests beyond their sport, support their families, and give back to their communities.
