Florida State projected to finish 6-6 in 2026 season
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

USA TODAY Sports forecasts Florida State to achieve a 6-6 overall record and a 4-4 mark in ACC play for the 2026 season. This projection indicates a slight improvement for the Seminoles, who finished 5-7 last year, and would place FSU back in bowl eligibility contention. The schedule includes significant matchups against SMU, Alabama, and rival Florida. Florida State's season opener is against New Mexico State on Saturday at 7 p.m. ET at Doak Campbell Stadium.
- •Florida State projected to finish 6-6 overall and 4-4 in ACC play.
- •Team needs to improve from last season's 5-7 record.
- •Seminoles host New Mexico State to open the season.
- •Key matchups include SMU and Alabama in the early schedule.
- •Miami is predicted to win the ACC with a 10-2 record.
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Florida State prediction lands right on the bowl bubble
"USA TODAY Sports projects Florida State to finish 6-6 overall and 4-4 in ACC play during the 2026 season.
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