FSU football secures win over Central Arkansas amid penalty issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Florida State achieved a 34-7 victory against Central Arkansas at Doak Campbell Stadium on September 27, 2026. Coach Mike Norvell expressed frustration over the team's 10 penalties, which totaled 115 yards and allowed Central Arkansas to extend drives. While FSU’s offense was effective, scoring on all but one drive, the penalties limited their opportunities as Central Arkansas maintained possession for nearly 40 minutes. FSU, now 2-2, faces Virginia next in the ACC on October 3.
- •Florida State improves to 2-2 after defeating Central Arkansas.
- •The Seminoles recorded 10 penalties leading to 115 yards.
- •Ashton Daniels threw a 29-yard touchdown pass to Duce Robinson.
- •Central Arkansas held the ball for 39:12, recording 22 first downs.
- •FSU plays Virginia on October 3 in their next matchup.
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — FSU football wins but penalties frustrate Norvell
"Florida State beat Central Arkansas 34-7, but coach Mike Norvell was frustrated by 10 penalties and sloppy play.
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