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SMU defeats Florida State 27-24 in Tallahassee ACC matchup

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

SMU defeats Florida State 27-24 in Tallahassee ACC matchup

Summary

SMU held off Florida State in a 27-24 loss for the Seminoles at Doak Campbell Stadium on Labor Day. The contest faced a lengthy weather delay before play commenced, with Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels providing early offensive production through his rushing ability. Daniels accounted for 125 passing yards and one rushing touchdown while teammate Ousmane Kromah added 116 rushing yards on 22 carries. Despite these efforts, the Seminoles struggled with pass protection, allowing three sacks and failing to find consistency on third down, where the team finished 0-for-10 through most of the fourth quarter. The loss drops Florida State to 1-1 on the season. The Seminoles will now enter a bye week before returning to play Alabama on September 19.

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By the Numbers

•SMU defeated Florida State 27-24 at Doak Campbell Stadium.
•Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels rushed for one touchdown and threw for 125 yards.
•Ousmane Kromah recorded 116 rushing yards and one touchdown on 22 carries.
•The Seminoles struggled on third down, failing to convert their first 10 attempts.
•Florida State is scheduled to play Alabama on September 19 following a bye week.

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What they're saying

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Ashton Daniels’ scrambling sparked early momentum, but relentless sacks and a dismal third-down conversion rate forced the Seminoles to survive a sluggish, error-prone performance in Tallahassee.
— Yahoo Sports

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