Analyst questions Florida State potential after narrow win over New Mexico State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 1:48 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
Florida State defeated New Mexico State 34-17 in its Week 0 college football matchup. Despite the victory, college football analyst Josh Pate expressed skepticism regarding the team’s overall quality following a performance that featured more evenly matched play than anticipated. The Seminoles entered the season aiming to rebound from a combined 7-17 record over the previous two campaigns. Coach Mike Norvell faces immediate pressure to secure a 12-team playoff berth amidst a challenging schedule. Upcoming games against opponents including SMU, Louisville, Miami, and Clemson present a difficult path for the program through the remainder of the schedule.
- •Florida State recorded a 34-17 win against New Mexico State in Week 0.
- •Josh Pate criticized the Seminoles for appearing evenly matched with their opponent during the game.
- •The team holds a 7-17 combined record over the last two seasons.
- •The Seminoles face upcoming games against SMU, Alabama, Virginia, Louisville, Miami, and Clemson.
- •Mike Norvell remains head coach despite scrutiny regarding the team's playoff aspirations.
- 1:48 AMYahoo Sports — “I Just Don’t Think Florida State’s Team is That Good”: CFB Analyst Rips Seminoles After Week 0 Win
"The 2026 Florida State Seminoles are in an intriguing position. After a pair of seasons missing the College Football Playoff, they are looking to get back to the success they had a few years ago. With a Week 0 win already in their pocket as they attempt to get back into a bowl game, there […] The post “I Just Don’t Think Florida State’s Team is That Good”: CFB Analyst Rips Seminoles After Week 0 Win appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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