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Florida State predicts 8-4 finish for 2026 football season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:04 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Florida State predicts 8-4 finish for 2026 football season

Summary

Florida State football faces a challenging schedule in 2026, set to open against New Mexico State on August 29. Their schedule includes four Top 25 opponents and a history of mixed results in season openers since 2020. The Seminoles are emphasizing a culture reset under head coach Mike Norvell. Predictions for the season include wins against Central Arkansas, Virginia, Boston College, Pitt, and NC State, but losses are expected against ranked opponents like Alabama and Miami.

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•Florida State opens against New Mexico State on August 29, 2026.
•Predicted losses to No. 20 SMU, No. 11 Alabama, and No. 7 Miami.
•Predicted wins against Central Arkansas, Virginia, Boston College, Pitt, and NC State.
•Seminoles have faced challenges in recent season openers, going 3-3 since 2020.
•Mike Norvell emphasizes a culture reset for the upcoming season.

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5:04 AMYahoo Sports — Prediction: Florida State Football to Finish Season 8-4

What they're saying

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Facing a grueling slate of Top 25 heavyweights, the Seminoles must rely on a culture reset to survive an unforgiving road through Tuscaloosa and Miami.
— Yahoo Sports

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