Florida State and Alabama set for quarterback matchup this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Florida State Seminoles will face the No. 10 Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Florida State's Ashton Daniels has thrown for 327 yards, with two passing and two rushing touchdowns, but also has one interception. Alabama’s Keelon Russell, who has history as a reserve, has played two games as QB1 this season, recording 444 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Both quarterbacks are seeking improvements leading into this matchup, especially after lackluster performances in previous games. The game is scheduled for September 19, with broadcast coverage on ABC at 3:30 p.m. ET.
- •Florida State is 2-0 heading into the matchup.
- •Alabama has also won its first two games of the season.
- •Daniels has at least one rushing touchdown in each game this season.
- •Russell faced challenges against Kentucky, throwing two interceptions.
- •The game will be aired on ABC.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Comparing Florida State and Alabama's quarterbacks
"It's Week 3, and it's Florida State's Ashton Daniels vs. Alabama's Keelon Russell. Who has the edge?
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