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Last season's thrilling matchup between Virginia and Florida State seemed destined to be determined by which team had the ball last. And it did, with the Cavaliers winning 46-38 after a lengthy review determined that FSU's Duce Robinson failed to control a potential touchdown pass before stepping out of the end zone in the second overtime.

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Three Florida State defensive players to watch against Virginia

Defense has not been Florida State's strong suit this season. Through four games, the Seminoles rank 16th in the 17-team ACC in total yards allowed (429.8 per game) and passing yards allowed (290).

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Virginia Football vs Florida State: Preview, Announcers And More

Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Fla. is one of the more intimidating arenas in college football. Coach Tony Elliott communicated that fact to his team.

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Ten important notes for Virginia vs Florida State

Saturday, Virginia and Florida State play each other for the first time since the Cavaliers upset the Seminoles (then ranked No. 8) in double overtime at Scott Stadium.

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These three matchups could determine Virginia's game against Florida State

In their 20 previous meetings, Virginia rarely has held an advantage in talent over Florida State. Starting with Bobby Bowden's glory days from the late 1980s through the 2000s, the Seminoles have annually produced as many four- and five-star prospects and NFL draft picks as almost any program in the country.

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Three questions Virginia must answer against Florida State

It's not often that Virginia is favored against Florida State in football, especially on the road. Since the Seminoles joined the ACC in 1990, the Cavaliers have a 5-15 record against them, including a 1-9 mark in Tallahassee.

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Three Virginia Cavaliers to watch against Florida State

Through its first four games, Virginia has generally performed at an elite level in most facets of play. Coach Tony Elliott is not interested in that. His attention is on Saturday's contest at Florida State, which is a crucial chance for the Cavaliers to keep climbing up the ACC standings.

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Scouting report on Florida State — what does Virginia need to know?

Florida State is a blue blood program, according to Virginia's Coach Tony Elliott. He regaled his team with tales of the former greatness present in Tallahassee, Fla.

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Florida State vs. Virginia odds: Opening point spread revealed

College football is quickly nearing the midway point of the season, when the contenders really start to separate themselves from the pretenders. For Florida State and Virginia, Saturday afternoon could prove a real chance to enter the contender category.

Virginia adds Notre Dame, all 2027 football opponents confirmed

The Cavaliers have their 2027 slate settled. Wednesday, Virginia announced that its final slot for 2027 non-conference opponents will be used to play Notre Dame at Scott Stadium.

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Virginia a sizable favorite at Florida State according to SP+

Saturday, the biggest test of Virginia's season to date arrives at Florida State. Notoriously a difficult place to play, Doak Campbell Stadium provides a new challenge for the Cavaliers.

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Tony Elliott's history lesson about Florida State: 'They've always had the best talent in college football'

If you were born in the 21st century — as all of Virginia's football players were — you might not have the same respect for Florida State that Tony Elliott does.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / September 30

Updated starting lineup and rotation projection for Virginia following first exhibition

Virginia's 2026-27 season is officially underway, as the Cavaliers played a close game against Vanderbilt Saturday. Though actual the regular season is still weeks away, this preseason context provided insight into Coach Ryan Odom's plans for the rotation.

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Important notes and quotes from Tony Elliott ahead of Florida State game

Virginia has a major test at hand Saturday, heading to Tallahassee, Fla. to take on Florida State. The history between these two programs runs deep — particularly with lingering memories of a ferocious field storm at Scott Stadium.

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TILOCK: Beau Pribula has quietly been one of the best quarterbacks in college football

Virginia football currently sits at 3-1 (1-0 ACC) heading into a road visit at Florida State. That lone loss has dragged the Cavaliers out of the national spotlight, but overall, this team has put up elite numbers — especially at home.

Virginia Cavaliers News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / September 29

Updated FPI game-by-game predictions ahead Virginia's duel with Florida State

Since the last Football Power Index check-in two weeks ago, a lot has changed around for Virginia around the ACC. Some games that were previously near-locks (Duke and Wake Forest) are now likely to be high-stakes matchups in the ACC standings.

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Three reasons Virginia can beat Florida State — and three reasons it might not

Last season's memorable meeting between Florida State and Virginia in Charlottesville was a pivotal moment for both programs. The Cavaliers used their dramatic 46-38 victory as a springboard to their first-ever outright regular-season Atlantic Coast Conference title.

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Three keys to Virginia's chances of a road win at Florida State

After dropping 12 of its first 13 contests with Florida State, Virginia has won four of the last seven. The Cavaliers have claimed two straight meetings, including last year's 46-38 double-overtime thriller in Scott Stadium.

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Game time set For Virginia's week six matchup vs Syracuse

Monday, the ACC announced its next set of game times. Virginia's Oct. 10 bout with Syracuse will kick off at 7:30 on the ACC Network. The Cavaliers have yet to play at noon this year.

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Three biggest storylines for Virginia vs Florida State

Virginia will be in the national spotlight once again, taking on Florida State at 3:30 Saturday on a national broadcast. The game is a valuable chance for the Cavaliers to prove themselves against a Power Four team slightly better than middling NC State.

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Virginia has a valuable test in the form of a Florida State rematch

The Cavaliers defense is tied for 12th in scoring defense among all Power Four teams. That is true even though they allowed 38 points to West Virginia.

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Week five ACC power rankings: Virginia’s road to Charlotte evolves

The 2026 regular season is officially 25% complete. At this point, clear tiers have emerged in the ACC, although great fluctuations continue as upsets occur and shocking defeats emerge.