Florida State drops in ESPN power index after winning season opener

Florida State moved from No. 28 to No. 32 in the ESPN Football Power Index following a 34-17 season-opening victory against New Mexico State. Despite securing the win at Doak Campbell Stadium, the Seminoles slid four spots in the power rankings model. The team held a 27-17 lead late into the fourth quarter before a touchdown from Ousmane Kromah provided the final margin. ESPN’s model evaluated the performance against preseason expectations rather than the final score alone. Florida State currently holds a 1-0 record heading into its next matchup. The Seminoles return to the field on Labor Day to host SMU for the team's first ACC game of the season.

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