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Maguire should start over Golson for FSU vs. Clemson

Sean Maguire is the right quarterback to lead Florida State’s offense next weekend against Clemson, no disrespect intended to Everett Golson. Maguire earned the right on Saturday, leading Florida State in a blowout 45-21 win against Syracuse.

During the game he showed off excellent accuracy and instincts for the big play — an aspect of the offense that has been missing most of the year with Everett Golson as the team’s starter.

Let’s start out by acknowledging the Orange as a mediocre team at stopping the pass. Ranking No. 92 in the nation in terms of passing yards allowed per game (250.