FSU improves to No. 36 in ESPN SP+ after win against Virginia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

The Florida State Seminoles secured a 38-7 victory over the Virginia Cavaliers in Week 5. This win marks FSU's first triumph against a Power Four opponent this season and has significantly boosted its ranking to No. 36 in ESPN's SP+. The Seminoles' offensive efficiency improved, rising to 22nd nationally after scoring 38 points, while their defense saw major gains with 10 sacks against Virginia. FSU's upcoming game is against Louisville, which presents a projected challenge as the Cardinals are currently favored with a 58% win probability according to the SP+ model.
- •FSU ranks No. 36 in ESPN's SP+ after their win
- •Offense moves up to No. 22 in ratings
- •Defense jumps to No. 50 with improvement
- •FSU plays Louisville next, projected to lose
- •Victory over Virginia was FSU's first against a Power Four team this season
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Where does FSU land in ESPN SP+ following its win vs Virginia
"The FSU Seminoles crushed the Virginia Cavaliers in Week 5. How did the win affect its standing in ESPN's SP+?
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