FSU opens season with win over New Mexico State, 34-17
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Last updated Sep 1, 2026
The Florida State Seminoles defeated the New Mexico State Aggies 34-17 on Saturday night at Doak Campbell Stadium, starting the season 1-0. Florida State struggled to assert control until the fourth quarter, despite cornerback Quindarrius Jones making a significant impact with an interception and a pass breakup. Head coach Mike Norvell commented on the team's areas for improvement, including third-down efficiency and offensive line performance. He noted the importance of maintaining focus and consistency as they prepare for their upcoming ACC matchup on Labor Day.
- •FSU scores first victory of the season against New Mexico State.
- •Quindarrius Jones records an interception and a pass breakup.
- •Norvell highlights team's need for improvement in various areas.
- •Next game is against an ACC opponent on Labor Day.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Don’t Know How They Started Another Season With Mike Norvell’ — CFB Analyst Rips Florida State’s ‘Embarrassing’ Plan of Action to Shreds
- 3:16 PMYahoo Sports — What FSU head coach Mike Norvell said after New Mexico State win
"Florida State opened the 2026 season with a 34-17 win over New Mexico State, but the final score did not tell the whole story. The Seminoles had several stretches where they struggled with consistency and execution, leaving head coach Mike Norvell under intense pressure once again.
"The FSU Seminoles beat the New Mexico State Aggies to start the 2026 season. Here is everything Mike Norvell said after the game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 5:00 AM‘Don’t Know How They Started Another Season With Mike Norvell’ — CFB Analyst Rips Florida State’s ‘Embarrassing’ Plan of Action to Shreds
Florida State opened the 2026 season with a 34-17 win over New Mexico State, but the final score did not tell the whole story. The Seminoles had several stretches where they struggled with consistency and execution, leaving head coach Mike Norvell under intense pressure once again.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 3:16 PMWhat FSU head coach Mike Norvell said after New Mexico State win
The FSU Seminoles beat the New Mexico State Aggies to start the 2026 season. Here is everything Mike Norvell said after the game.
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