Florida State hosts SMU in ACC football opener on Labor Day
247Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Florida State faces SMU in a prime time ACC football game on Monday night. The Seminoles enter the contest seeking a 2-0 record to start the season. Coach Mike Norvell has prioritized this matchup as a critical early test for his program. The game carries additional weight beyond the conference standings, as the school prepares to host a significant list of prospective recruits for the event. The program has been working to build momentum as they progress through the early portion of their schedule. The outcome of this game will influence the team's standing in the conference rankings as they look to maintain an undefeated start to their campaign.
- •Florida State plays SMU on Monday night in an ACC opener.
- •The Seminoles are looking to reach a 2-0 record.
- •Mike Norvell is hosting a full list of visiting recruits for the game.
- •The matchup is scheduled for prime time on Labor Day.
- 5:48 PM247Sports — Recruiting storylines to watch as Florida State looks to move to 2-0 vs. SMU - 247Sports
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