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Florida State faces New Mexico State in 2026 opener on August 29

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 4:16 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Florida State faces New Mexico State in 2026 opener on August 29

Summary

Florida State University will play the New Mexico State Aggies in a Week Zero matchup on August 29 at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. This game fills the void left by the canceled home-and-home with Notre Dame. Florida State, under pressure in 2026, seeks a solid start against a struggling Aggies team that has had only seven wins over the past two seasons. New Mexico State is set to hold a quarterback competition as it prepares for the game with players like Adam Damante expected to lead the offense.

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By the Numbers

•Game scheduled for August 29, 7:00 p.m. ET.
•Florida State leads the all-time series 1-0 against New Mexico State.
•New Mexico State had a 4-8 record in 2025.
•Quarterback competition ongoing for New Mexico State ahead of the opener.
•Florida State seeks a strong start before facing SMU the following week.

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What they're saying

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Mike Norvell’s seat may be piping hot, but it should be cool for a Week Zero matchup against the New Mexico State Aggies, one of the worst teams in college football over the last two seasons. Needing to fill in a game for the canceled home-and-home with Notre Dame, FSU scheduled NMSU, looking for an […]
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