FSU faces challenges against Boston College with interim coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 4:50 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

The Florida State Seminoles are set to play the Boston College Eagles on Saturday at Alumni Stadium. This game marks FSU's first without head coach Mike Norvell, who has been replaced by interim coach Rick Stockstill. The Seminoles, currently 3-5 overall and 1-4 in the ACC, need three wins in their last four games to qualify for a bowl game. Boston College, with a 4-4 record, has fared better at home, winning three of four games this season. FSU's previous struggles on the road, particularly their 12-game streak of road losses, present additional hurdles for the team as they attempt to turn their season around.
- •FSU has lost its last 12 road games since 2023.
- •Boston College has a 3-1 home record this season.
- •FSU's top receiver Duce Robinson is unavailable.
- •Interim coach Rick Stockstill leads FSU in Norvell's absence.
- •The game is scheduled for Saturday at Alumni Stadium.
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Why FSU could struggle with the Boston College Eagles
"The FSU Seminoles are playing the Boston College Eagles on Saturday. Here is why they could struggle in their first game without Mike Norvell.
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