Florida State defeats New Mexico State in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Florida State secured a 34-17 win against New Mexico State during their 2026 season opener on Saturday night. The Seminoles utilized a balanced offensive attack, recording over 200 yards both on the ground and through the air. Running back Ousmane Kromah led the team with 115 rushing yards on 14 carries, while Samuel Singleton Jr. recorded 54 receiving yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Ashton Daniels made his debut for the program, finishing 17 of 27 for 202 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Despite the win, the team faces areas for improvement, particularly within pass-blocking, as they prepare for a matchup against the SMU Mustangs next week. The Seminoles converted eight of their 14 third-down attempts during the contest.
- •Florida State beat New Mexico State 34-17 in the 2026 season opener.
- •Ousmane Kromah rushed for 115 yards on 14 carries.
- •Ashton Daniels threw for 202 yards and one touchdown in his Florida State debut.
- •Samuel Singleton Jr. led the team with 54 receiving yards.
- •Florida State hosts the SMU Mustangs next week.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Top defensive players in FSU's win vs. New Mexico State
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Top offensive players in FSU's win vs. New Mexico State
"Florida State was able to grind out a win in its season opener against New Mexico State. Here are the offensive players of the game.
"Florida State's defense only allowed 17 points in the first game of the season. Here's the top defensive players for the game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:30 PMTop defensive players in FSU's win vs. New Mexico State
Florida State's defense only allowed 17 points in the first game of the season. Here's the top defensive players for the game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:00 PMTop offensive players in FSU's win vs. New Mexico State
Florida State was able to grind out a win in its season opener against New Mexico State. Here are the offensive players of the game.
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