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For the second week in a row, Florida State football’s defense is its own worst enemy. FSU’s defense continues to hustle backward, and the biggest reason is that the Seminoles cannot stop the run.
Because of this, FSU remains winless after falling to Boston College on Labor Day, 28-13.
While the Seminoles’ defensive front played better physically and set the edge, Boston College still pounded the ball at FSU’s throat. Unlike Georgia Tech, the Eagles were straight-up and running downhill with their backs.
In two games, the Seminoles have allowed 456 rushing yards. Against Boston College, the Seminoles gave up 263 yards on the ground and two rushing touchdowns.
“We got to play better,” FSU linebacker DJ Lundy said after the game. “We got to find a way to stop the run. We’re going tp do that. I promise you.”
Boston College keeps converting third-down on FSU’s defense
Sep 2, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Boston College Eagles running back Treshaun Ward (0) runs the ball and is tackled by Florida State Seminoles defensive back Shyheim Brown (1) during the second half at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-USA TODAY Sports
Another issue for FSU’s defense is third-down stops. As FSU’s Mike Norvell said after the game, the Seminoles’ third-down execution was extremely poor.
Boston College was efficient on third-down plays. At one point, the Eagles were 6 of 7. The Eagles finished the night with a third-down percentage of 56.3, while FSU’s offense only had 21.3 percent.
As a result, Boston College continued to own FSU- in time of possession with 39.09 to FSU’s 20:51. A combination of not stopping the run and third downs doomed FSU’s defense the whole night.
“On third down, we have to figure out how to get off the field and give the ball to the offense,” Lundy said after the game.
“We had too many…
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Author : Tallahassee Democrat
Publish date : 2024-09-03 09:52:37
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