Noles247 has learned that quarterback James Blackman has suffered an MCL sprain in his left knee.

Blackman suffered the injury in the third quarter of Saturday’s 35-24 win against Louisville. He was treated by medical trainers and attempted to throw on the sideline as he tried to re-enter the game, but he did not return after having his leg heavily wrapped.

The knee is swollen and Blackman is still limping as of Sunday, but there does not appear to be any significant damage to the knee outside of the sprain and a bone bruise, a source told Noles247.

That’s good news for FSU and Blackman given that the starter is 86 of 124 (69.4 percent) for 970 yards and 9 touchdowns to 2 interceptions.

He was replaced by Alex Hornibrook, who proved to be capable as he completed 15 of 20 passes for 255 yards.

Blackman was expected to have an MRI today, according to coach Willie Taggart.

It’s unclear at this time when Blackman will be able to return to practice.

Taggart praised Blackman's leadership after the game when asked about the way Blackman supported teammates and Hornibrook following his injury.

"James unfortunately got hurt, but he's our starting quarterback. He's a great teammate, and he didn't do anything that we didn't expect for him to do," Taggart said. "Just continue to be a great teammate even after he got hurt. Got wrapped up and came back out there leading his team."