Florida State opened with a win over New Mexico State, but it was far from dominant—trailing by just seven points midway through the third quarter. The real breakthrough came in the fourth, raising concerns ahead of their next test: No. 19 SMU. With QB Ashton Daniels showing promise but also flaws, and the offensive line struggling to protect him, Florida State’s defense couldn’t stop New Mexico State’s efficient offense. That kind of performance might be survivable against a lesser opponent, but SMU brings a dangerous QB in Kevin Jennings, who led last year’s explosive offense despite injuries and roster losses. Facing a tough road game on Labor Day night, Florida State’s shaky opener doesn’t inspire confidence against a seasoned ACC team.

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Florida State’s Week Zero opener against New Mexico State shattered The CW’s sports broadcast records, drawing 1.96 million average viewers and peaking at 2.4 million — a massive win for a non-marquee matchup. It dominated the coveted 25-54 demo, becoming the network’s top-rated sports program and second-highest primetime show across all networks in that group. With FSU’s national brand pulling in nearly 45 million in projected revenue under the new conference model, this game proves college football’s power — even when the opponent isn’t household name. Next up: FSU vs. No. 19 SMU on ESPN, Sept. 7 at 7:30 PM ET.

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Florida State’s passing game exploded in their debut, showcasing elite depth as QB Ashton Daniels distributed to seven different receivers. Samuel Singleton Jr., lining up at RB, led all receivers with four catches for 54 yards and a TD, proving his versatility against linebackers. Duce Robinson brings size and big-play ability, averaging over 16 yards per catch, while Micahi Danzy delivers explosive speed—like his 44-yard touchdown. The balanced attack also features Jayvan Boggs’ big plays and Landen Thomas’ reliability, making defenses scramble. With chemistry building, this receiver corps could become one of the ACC’s most dynamic units.

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