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Florida State relies on three key players against SMU at Doak Campbell Stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:14 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Florida State relies on three key players against SMU at Doak Campbell Stadium

Summary

Florida State hosts SMU on Monday night at Doak Campbell Stadium in an ACC conference opener. The Seminoles seek a win against the 19th-ranked Mustangs, who enter their first game of the season following a 42-16 win over Florida State in 2024. Florida State previously secured a victory against New Mexico State to open its campaign. Coaching staff focus on improved performances from quarterback Ashton Daniels, receiver Duce Robinson, and defensive lineman Mandrell Desir. Daniels aims to replicate his 442-yard, four-touchdown outing against Vanderbilt from last season, while the team looks for increased targets for Robinson. Desir, who led the team in sacks and tackles as a freshman, is expected to provide a greater defensive presence after a quiet start in the season opener.

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By the Numbers

•Florida State hosts SMU in an ACC conference opener at Doak Campbell Stadium.
•SMU enters the game ranked No. 19 in the country.
•Ashton Daniels looks to improve upon his performance from the season-opening win.
•Duce Robinson aims for more targets after a 50-yard outing against New Mexico State.
•Mandrell Desir looks to increase his defensive impact after recording four tackles in the season opener.

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11:14 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Florida State Players that Need to Be Impactful vs. SMU

What they're saying

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Florida State needs three of their most important players, QB Ashton Daniels, WR Duce Robinson and DL Mandrell Desir, to be more impactful on the field against the SMU Mustangs on Monday night, if the Seminoles are to get a victory over nationally-ranked SMU.
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