Florida State University’s football team is gearing up to face off against in-state rival Miami this Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. The highly anticipated matchup will be televised on ABC, with Sean McDonough, Greg McElroy, and Molly McGrath as the broadcasting crew.
Adding to the excitement, this Saturday is also Military Appreciation Day at FSU, where the university will honor and show gratitude to the armed forces.
FSU enters the game on an impressive 15-game winning streak, making it the longest active streak in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the third longest active streak in the country. Throughout this streak, the team has outscored opponents 609-262, showcasing their dominance on the field.
With a current season record of 9-0 and a flawless 7-0 record in ACC play, FSU is enjoying their best season since 2014. This marks the ninth time in program history that FSU has started a season with at least 9-0. The team has already secured a spot in the ACC Championship Game and a win against Miami would complete an undefeated conference regular season.
The Seminoles are currently ranked No. 4 in all three major polls – the Associated Press poll, the USA Today Coaches Poll, and the College Football Playoff Rankings. With their impressive ranking and performance, FSU is undoubtedly one of the strongest teams in the nation.
Leading FSU’s charge is head coach Mike Norvell, who boasts a 27-16 record in his four seasons at FSU and an impressive career record of 65-31. Norvell has an exceptional winning percentage of .808 in the month of November, making him a formidable presence on the sidelines.
On the other side of the field, Miami has had a decent season with a 6-3 overall record and a 2-3 record against ACC opponents. The Hurricanes’ head coach, Mario Cristobal, has a career record of 73-70 and a 11-10 record at Miami.
Despite Miami leading the all-time series against FSU with a 35-32 record, FSU has emerged victorious in their last two meetings, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this weekend’s game.
Following the Miami game, FSU will host its final home game of the season against North Alabama before wrapping up the regular season with a showdown against the Florida Gators on November 25th in Gainesville.
As the countdown to kickoff continues, fans and football enthusiasts eagerly await the clash between these two fierce rivals. The stakes are high, and both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory. Stay tuned to “The Puck Drop” for the latest updates and analysis on this exciting matchup.
