Overview
- Attorney Darren Heitner said he has filed an appeal after the NCAA rejected Castellanos’ waiver for an extra season.
- The case argues Castellanos exceeded the participation limit by only one postseason game that would not count under the newer policy.
- As a UCF freshman in 2022, he entered the AAC title game after starter John Rhys Plumlee suffered a hamstring issue while backup Mikey Keene opted out to preserve eligibility.
- Castellanos started every game for Florida State in 2025, throwing for 2,760 yards with 15 touchdowns and nine interceptions, and leading the team with 557 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns.
- He has said he would return to FSU if the waiver is approved, as coach Mike Norvell prepares for 2026 after confirming he will remain in charge.