Ah, the transfer portal—college football’s version of musical chairs, but with a twist of social media drama. We’ve got Koby Gross, a former FSU tight end, who’s making headlines since he’s back on the transfer merry-go-round.
Let’s walk through his journey. Gross started off as this top JUCO prospect, which got him a ticket to FSU in 2021. But, you know how it goes—sometimes things just don’t click. He spent a season mostly on the scout team, which is basically the football equivalent of being cast as an extra when you’re aiming for a star role.
After that short stint with the Seminoles, he packed his bags and drove over to FAMU in 2022—a solid move for him, it seems. His role with the Rattlers kept growing each season. By 2024, Gross wasn’t just part of the team, he was making waves—24 catches, 257 yards, and three touchdowns. That’s enough to earn him a shout-out on the All-Southwestern Athletic Conference second team. Not too shabby, right?
In total, Koby played 28 games at FAMU, with 36 grabs, 381 yards, and six touchdowns to his name. Oh, and he was getting it done in the classroom too, making the SWAC Commissioners Honor Roll back-to-back in 2022 and 2023. Brain and brawn—that’s a dual threat right there.
Last season, FAMU’s record was 7-5, with a 5-3 conference play mark under the new head honcho, James Colzie III. A bit of trivia for you: Colzie knows the FSU scene like the back of his hand. He played both football and baseball there in the 90s before joining the coaching ranks. Talk about a Florida State legacy!
And now, back to Koby. Dude initially decided to return to the Rattlers for 2025. But—drum roll—May 2 rolls around and bam, Gross is ready to hit the portal again as a grad student. It’s like being halfway across the bridge and deciding to take a U-turn for another view. His roots call back to San Ramon, California, so maybe he’s feeling the West Coast vibes again? Who knows.
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So, what’s next for our guy Koby? Well, he clearly caught some attention and has the experience—so whether it’s a big-time program or a school looking for an instant playmaker, Gross is in the mix now with options wide open. The portal can be a wild ride, but for someone who’s already navigated it before, it’s just another step in the journey, am I right?
And for all you FSU fans—or just folks who love the drama—follow along at @FSUWire on X or catch up on Facebook. There’s always more where that came from in the world of college football. Keep your popcorn ready.
