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It is Week 1 of the college football season, as Florida State football hosts SMU football. This is the first game of the year for SMU, as Florida State comes in 1-0.

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Mike Norvell Named Loser Despite FSU Football's Season Opening Win

The Florida State Seminoles technically won their 2026 season opener. However, the 34-17 result over New Mexico State didn't exactly inspire confidence in Seminole fans that a successful fall is on the horizon.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 2

Texas Tech Red Raiders may be just fine with Will Hammond at QB

The Texas Tech Red Raiders were the talk of college football, and frankly, the talk of the sports world in general, because of their quarterback controversy earlier this offseason.

No. 12 Texas Tech fired up for kickoff, end of drama-filled offseason

NCAA clears Cincinnati in Brendan Sorsby gambling case

The 'Big 12 football championship winners' quiz

College Football News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / September 1

FSU OC Tim Harris Jr. Sees Promise, But Offensive Line Needs To Be Better

The Florida State Seminoles are fielding an entirely new offensive line for the second straight year. It certainly looked like that on Saturday, as the unit worked side-by-side against an actual opponent for the first time.

Florida State Seminoles News / Yardbarker / August 31

Mike Norvell’s Florida State future could be in serious jeopardy

Florida State Seminoles football coach Mike Norvell entered the 2026 season with a lot at stake.

Why Brian Kelly, Dan Mullen could be great fits at their old schools

The best fits for potential 2027 Power Four head coach openings

CFB Week 0 winners, losers: How Bill Belichick got his groove back, Big yikes for Sonny Dykes and more

Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Five takeaways from college football’s opening weekend

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 31

FSU DC Names One Concerning Issue From Season Opener

Florida State’s defense left Saturday’s season opener with plenty of positives, but there were a few glaring issues that FSU cannot afford as the Seminoles enter the first part of a grueling schedule.

Florida State Seminoles News / ACC Digital Network / August 31

Watch: Florida State vs. FGCU Match Highlights | 2026 ACC Volleyball

Chris Jones News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 30

FSU LB Chris Jones Not Satisfied, Says Defense Didn't Meet The Standard

The Florida State Seminoles technically won their 2026 season opener against the New Mexico State Aggies. Regardless, the 34-17 result didn't provide much confidence to a fan base that has taken plenty of beatings since December 2023.

Ashton Daniels News / ACC Digital Network / August 30

Watch: QB Ashton Daniels Flashes In FSU Debut vs. New Mexico St.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 30

CFB Week 0 winners, losers: Bill Belichick got his groove back

CFB Week 0 winners, losers: How Bill Belichick got his groove back, Big yikes for Sonny Dykes and more

The final Week 0 wrapped up with eight FBS games, led by a power conference showdown across the pond, a statement Virginia win and one remarkably successful FBS debut.

Belichick, UNC put rocky offseason behind them with win over TCU

Belichick got roasted for his first big decision of the season

Lincoln Riley makes telling admission about new USC DC Gary Patterson

Kalen DeBoer provides key injury update ahead of Alabama's opener

College football is back: Five questions that will define 2026 season

Florida State Seminoles News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 29

Parking And Game Day Traffic Tips For FSU Football Fans To Remember

The Florida State Seminoles are back in action. The final Saturday of August marks the 2026 season opener for the Seminoles, with New Mexico State making the trek to the Sunshine State.

Florida State Seminoles News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 27

FSU Football's Rare Partnership With Miami Brings In More Money

With just days remaining before Florida State opens its 2026 season against New Mexico State, the Seminoles are adding a new look to their home field. Florida State Athletics announced Thursday that it has entered a multiyear partnership with Progressive Insurance, making the company the presenting sponsor of the Seminoles’ rivalry with Miami.

College Football News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 27

37-TD QB Visiting FSU Football This Season

The Florida State Seminoles will open their 2026 campaign in front of a rocking crowd in Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday. A decent number of recruits are expected to be amongst the attendees, both in the 2027 cycle and future classes.

Mike Norvell News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 27

Mike Norvell Confirms Injury To Promising FSU Football Freshman WR

The Florida State Seminoles are just over 48 hours away from kickoff against the New Mexico State Aggies. Moving towards the contest, head coach Mike Norvell has remained relatively shy regarding the extent of injuries.

Mike Norvell News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / August 26

Mike Norvell Wants Fast, Physical, and Relentless FSU Football In Week 0

Florida State’s long offseason is finally giving way to game week, and head coach Mike Norvell has a clear vision for how the Seminoles should look when they take the field against New Mexico State this Saturday.

Florida State Seminoles News / Softball On SI / August 26

Florida State Softball Adds Slugging Catcher in Late Transfer Portal Move

Lonni Alameda and her Florida State staff have continued to work hard this offseason, building a strong roster for 2027. The program announced the signing of slugger, catcher, and infielder Kaiyah Ratu on Wednesday.

Thomas Castellanos News / Yardbarker / August 26

Texas Tech lands potential Brendan Sorsby replacement

The quarterback situation at Texas Tech has taken another unexpected turn.

No. 1 RB recruit got $1M to join Georgia, but he didn't choose Bulldogs for money

Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith puts huge hype on freshman RB Legend Bey

Akron announces winner of bizarre promo to become OC

Preseason mock draft has QBs going 1-2-3; history suggests that's unlikely

Ranking five must-watch college football games this weekend

Mike Norvell News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24

Mike Norvell reveals the reason for withholding Florida State’s depth chart

The Florida State Seminoles open the season in Week 0 on August 29 against New Mexico State at Bobby Bowden Field in Tallahassee, Fla. However, the Seminoles and head coach Mike Norvell aren’t tipping their hands one bit.

Trey Benson News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Former Florida State Standout Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Florida State fans who followed Trey Benson’s rise with the Seminoles learned Monday that the former star running back has been waived by the Arizona Cardinals.

Johnny Wilson News / Viral Sports News / August 22

Former Florida State Seminoles Star Suffers Brutal NFL News

Florida State Seminoles fans have been watching wide receiver Johnny Wilson bounce back and forth between the waiver wire and the Philadelphia Eagles’ active roster, and now, the Eagles have made a final decision on the towering weapon.

Roydell Williams News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Former Florida State Bust Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Florida State Seminoles running back Roydell Williams’ NFL opportunity ended almost as quickly as it began, as the Indianapolis Colts have waived the undrafted free agent to clear a roster spot for veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen.

Thomas Castellanos News / Yardbarker / August 6