Particle.news
Download on the App Store
12 ARTICLES
·
1h ago

No. 3 Miami Visits No. 18 Florida State in Prime-Time ACC Test

Miami arrives in Tallahassee with a top-10 defense after a bye to face FSU’s high-output attack.

Fourth-year redshirt sophomore Donald Chaney, Jr. evades an FSU defender during the 27-20 loss in Tallahassee. Photo credit: Charisma Jones
In the second half of the seven-point loss against Florida State University, Head Coach Mario Cristobal watches the FSU kicker and holder intently before they extend their lead.
Image
Donald Chaney Jr. #2 of the Miami Hurricanes runs the ball during the first half of a game against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak Campbell Stadium on Nov. 11, 2023 in Tallahassee, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Kickoff is Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET at Doak Campbell Stadium with national coverage on ABC.
  • Betting markets list Miami as roughly a 4.5-point favorite entering its first road game of the season.
  • The Hurricanes bring an elite unit allowing about 11.5 points per game and 244.5 yards, while the Seminoles average roughly 53 points and around 600 yards behind dual-threat QB Tommy Castellanos.
  • Analysts have questioned Miami QB Carson Beck’s downfield accuracy, spotlighting whether he can unlock explosive plays in a hostile environment after using the bye week to recalibrate.
  • FSU safety Ashlynd Barker is listed as questionable and RB Roydell Williams is listed as a co-starter after time out, and the ACC will provide live referee replay audio during reviews for added transparency.