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FSU football loses to Alabama amid defensive struggles and turnovers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 10:04 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

FSU football loses to Alabama amid defensive struggles and turnovers

Summary

Florida State football fell to Alabama 50-36 on September 20, 2026, extending its road losing streak to 10 games. Despite a strong performance from quarterback Ashton Daniels, who accumulated 377 yards and four touchdowns, the Seminoles' defense allowed 567 total yards and 50 points. Florida State held a 21-6 lead before Alabama scored on nine consecutive drives, highlighting ongoing defensive failures. Head coach Mike Norvell expressed frustration over the team's inability to stop opponents, indicating rising pressure on his tenure ahead of upcoming games against Central Arkansas and ranked opponents Virginia, Louisville, and Miami.

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By the Numbers

•FSU led Alabama 21-6 before losing control of the game.
•The Seminoles allowed 567 total yards and nine straight scoring drives.
•Daniels threw three interceptions, complicating FSU's offensive efforts.
•Norvell's team next faces Central Arkansas before a challenging stretch.

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Florida State football's defensive failures wiped out what could have been an upset over Alabama, and seat cooling win for Mike Norvell.
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