SMU defeats Florida State 27-24 at Doak Campbell Stadium

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SMU defeats Florida State 27-24 at Doak Campbell Stadium
Summary

SMU defeated Florida State 27-24 on Sunday in Tallahassee after a game delayed for over 100 minutes by a power outage. Quarterback Kevin Jennings threw for multiple touchdowns to help the Mustangs outgain the Seminoles 585-324. Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels threw for 125 yards in the loss. Despite forcing four turnovers, the Seminoles managed only seven points off those takeaways and failed to sustain offensive drives late in the game. Fans at Doak Campbell Stadium expressed frustration throughout the contest, booing coach Mike Norvell as the team fell to another close loss. Florida State continues its season with an upcoming schedule that includes games against Alabama, Virginia, Louisville, and Miami.

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  • SMU defeated Florida State 27-24 at Doak Campbell Stadium.
  • The game featured a 100-minute kickoff delay due to a pregame power outage.
  • Florida State forced four turnovers but scored only seven points off those opportunities.
  • SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings recorded 585 total yards for the Mustangs.
  • Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels finished with 125 passing yards in the defeat.
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When Florida State fans weren't tomahawk chopping, they were booing Mike Norvell. Another close loss for FSU. Sound familiar?

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