Florida State vs. Pitt: Preview and Odds

Pitt true freshman Mason Heintschel is coming off a dominant performance last weekend against BC, passing for 323 yards and four touchdowns to no interceptions. However, it will be his first true road game in a rowdy Doak Campbell Stadium alongside Florida State's pass rush to put the frosh to the test.

FSU will have to look out for junior wide receiver Kenny Johnson, who had an outing of his own against Boston College. He had a career-high nine receptions for 115 yards and a score last weekend.

The Panthers are also expected to return star running back Desmond Reid, who has been out for the last two games with a lower-body injury. Through the first three games, he has 213 yards from scrimmage and a score on 30 plays.

Florida State's Brings its Own Brand of Offense

Despite the recent turnover issues for dual-threat quarterback Tommy Castellanos, the Seminoles bring a potent offense to the table. They lead the ACC in rushing, averaging 6.2 yards per carry, and have amassed 20 touchdowns through five games. In the air, they average 9.8 yards per catch, earning them a top 10 spot.

Florida State has surpassed 400 yards of total offense in four straight games. The Seminoles’ 404 yards against Miami were the most allowed by the Hurricanes’ defense this year. FSU ranks among the nation’s best on offense, leading the ACC in rushing touchdowns and total offense.

Pitt’s defense was dominant last week, holding the Eagles to just 27 rushing yards and 89 passing yards while forcing three turnovers. The unit currently ranks third in the country.

It will be up to Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi and DC Randy Bates if they hope to slow down Florida State enough to pull off the upset. And it will be up to FSU's Mike Norvell and Co. if they hope to get out of their two-game slump and back into the conversation.

Redemption for the 'Noles or rolling on for the Panthers? It all goes down in Tallahassee on Saturday at noon.

Here is how to watch:

Game Information: No. 25 Florida State Seminoles vs. Pittsburgh Panthers

Current Records: Florida State (3-2, 0-2 ACC) vs. Pitt (3-2, 1-1 ACC)

Date/Time: Saturday, October 11, 12:00 p.m. EST

Where: Tallahassee, Florida - Doak Campbell Stadium (67,277)

TV/Streaming: WatchESPN/ESPN app

Commentators: Play-by-Play: Dave Pasch, Analyst: Dusty Dvoracek, Sideline: Taylor McGregor

Radio: Seminole Sports Network or on SiriusXM Radio Channel No. 137 or No. 193

Tallahassee - 94.9 FM - WTNT

Ft. Walton Beach - 1400 AM - WFDM

Jacksonville - 690 AM - WZNZ

Tampa - 1010 AM - WHFS

Tampa - 92.1 FM - WHFS

Bainbridge, Ga. - 101.9 FM - WBGE

Brunswick, Ga - 790 AM - WSFN

Waycross, Ga. - 1350 AM - WFNS

Lake City - 1340 AM - WDSR

Marianna - 100.9 FM - WJAQ

Melbourne - 1060 AM - WIXC

Miami/West Palm Beach - 850 AM - WFTL

Orlando - 660 AM - WDYZ

Panama City - 94.5 FM - WFLF

Pensacola - 92.3 FM - WNRP

Port St Lucie - 1590 AM - WPSL

Spread: FSU -10.5 (-110), Pitt +10.5 (-110)

Over/Under:  Over 57.5 (-112), Under 57.5 (-108)

Moneyline: FSU (-375), Pitt (+295)

Series History:  Pitt holds a 6–5 edge in the all-time series, though Florida State has won two of its three meetings since Pitt joined the ACC in 2013.

Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

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