Alabama Crimson Tide secures historic win over Florida State in Tuscaloosa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 3:57 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

The No. 10 Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Florida State Seminoles 50-36 on Saturday evening in Tuscaloosa. This victory marked Alabama's first win over Florida State at home since 1974, avenging their loss in 2025. Alabama fell behind early but surged in the second quarter with strong offensive performances from Keelon Russell, who threw for three touchdowns, and Trae’Shawn Brown, who contributed significantly on the ground. The Crimson Tide will next host the South Carolina Gamecocks on September 26 as they continue their pursuit of a College Football Playoff berth.
- •Alabama's win is their first over Florida State in Tuscaloosa since 1974.
- •Keelon Russell threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Trae’Shawn Brown rushed for 86 yards and a touchdown.
- •Alabama overcame an early 14-3 deficit to win.
- •Crimson Tide hosts South Carolina on September 26.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama news: Crimson Tide secures 1st win over Florida State in Tuscaloosa since 1974
"Keelon Russell and the No. 10 Alabama Crimson Tide enjoyed an explosive performance on offense as they made history in their 50-36 win over the Florida State Seminoles on Saturday evening. Going into the matchup, Alabama sought payback against Florida State. They lost to the Seminoles 31-17 in the 2025 contest, presenting the stakes that these […] The post Alabama news: Crimson Tide secures 1st win over Florida State in Tuscaloosa since 1974 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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