Overview
- Kickoff is set for noon ET at Doak Campbell Stadium with television on ACC Network and streaming on Fubo, DirecTV, SlingTV, and ESPN Unlimited.
- Florida State climbed to No. 14 after a 31-17 win over then-No. 8 Alabama that featured 230 rushing yards and four touchdowns.
- East Texas A&M arrives 0-1 after a 42-13 defeat at SMU, gaining 351 yards but scoring only on a late Eric Rodriguez rushing touchdown.
- FSU will be without running back Roydell Williams and tight end Randy Pittman, creating opportunities for a deeper rotation at both positions.
- Co-backup quarterbacks Brock Glenn and Kevin Sperry are listed behind the starter and could play, while Lions quarterback Ron Peace missed the opener with injury.