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Florida State evaluates roster depth ahead of ACC showdown against SMU

4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:52 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Florida State evaluates roster depth ahead of ACC showdown against SMU
Summary

Florida State prepares for an ACC matchup against SMU on Monday following a 34-17 win over New Mexico State to open the season. Running backs Ousmane Kromah and Samuel Singleton Jr. emerged as key contributors, with Kromah recording 115 rushing yards and Singleton totaling 164 all-purpose yards. Cornerback Quindarrius Jones and linebacker Mikai Gbayor also provided notable defensive performances, while right guard Nate Pabst anchored the offensive line without allowing a sack. Head coach Mike Norvell pointed to the team's balance in multiple phases as a primary positive from the opener. The Seminoles now look to maintain this momentum as they face SMU in their second contest of the season.

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Status Watch
  • •Florida State opened the 2026 season with a 34-17 victory against New Mexico State.
  • •Ousmane Kromah led the backfield with 115 rushing yards on 14 carries.
  • •Samuel Singleton Jr. earned ACC Receiver of the Week honors after contributing 164 all-purpose yards.
  • •Cornerback Quindarrius Jones recorded a pass breakup and an interception in the opener.
  • •The Seminoles face SMU on Monday night.
Latest Updates
  • 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — FSU football struggles on offense; defense wasn't much better vs SMU
  • 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — SMU 17, FSU 10: Seminoles struggling to keep up with Mustangs’ offensive production
  • 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Upset Alert: Catching SMU Early Favors Florida State
  • 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — FSU football running game may be best chance at pulling off SMU upset
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Florida State is trying to go blow-for-blow with No. 19 SMU, coming up short so far as the Seminoles trail the Mustangs 17-10. SMU is outgaining 328-165, with quarterback Kevin Jennings currently 14-for-19 with two touchdowns and 224 yards. FSU is once again dealing with third down issues, currently 0-for-6 on offense and allowing the […]

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Florida State has played one game this season, a 34-17 win over New Mexico State. SMU has yet to play a game, and their season opener is a road game and a conference game at that. That benefits the Seminoles. All the pressure is on the Mustangs.

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Florida State football's first stock market is open: Three Seminoles are surging, three are slipping after the 34-17 win over New Mexico State.

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