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Florida State football will face another Atlantic Coast Conference newcomer for the second week in a row.
This time, it’s on the road.
FSU traveled to Dallas for its first ACC road against at SMU (3-1) Saturday. Like Cal last week, it is its first-ever meeting between the two and will be the Mustangs’ conference opener.
SMU coach Rhett Lashlee is familiar with the Seminoles as a former offensive coordinator for the Miami Hurricanes. He also respects Mike Norvell for his achievements at FSU.
During his weekly press conference, Lashlee didn’t waste any time addressing FSU’s defense, believing it would be the Mustang’s toughest challenge yet.
“I feel pretty confident saying in my time here that this is without question the most athletic and fastest team we have played, and it’s probably the most athletic and fastest team that’s come to Ford Stadium,” Lashlee said.
SMU is coming off an impressive 66-42 victory over its instate rival TCU. The Mustangs average 42.3 points a game, ranking them in the top five in the ACC.
“Sometimes the scariest teams are the ones that have so much talent and just haven’t clicked yet,” Lashlee said. “I mean, nobody missed on the preseason project projections in terms of talent.”
What Rhett Lashlee said about FSU QB DJ Uiagalelei
Sep 14, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (4) passes the ball against the Memphis Tigers during the first half at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images
FSU’s offense is one of the worst in the country. Even after a 14-9 victory, the Seminoles only produced 284 yards of offense, slightly above its season average of 276.5 yards on offense, ranking them 126th nationally.
FSU quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has a 2/3 touchdown-interception ratio and has completed 57.1 percent of his passing for 843…
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Author : Tallahassee Democrat
Publish date : 2024-09-27 06:22:23
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