Florida State prepares for season opener against New Mexico State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Florida State football opens its 2026 season against New Mexico State at Doak Campbell Stadium on August 27. The team aims to recover from disappointing seasons in previous years. Under head coach Mike Norvell, FSU has recorded a mixed 3-3 record in season openers since his arrival. Florida State has historically performed well, boasting a 57-22 record in season openers, and is looking to improve that mark against New Mexico State, whom they have faced once before in 1964, winning 36-0. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
- •FSU is 3-3 in season openers under Mike Norvell.
- •The Seminoles face New Mexico State for the second time ever.
- •Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET at Doak Campbell Stadium.
- •FSU has a historical record of 57-22 in season openers.
- •The last matchup with New Mexico State was in 1964.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — FSU's record in season openers during the Mike Norvell era
"Florida State football is looking to get 2026 off on the right foot with an opening-day tune-up game against New Mexico State.
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