The Florida State Seminoles are set to kick off their season against the SMU Mustangs on Labor Day, marking the first-ever meeting between these two programs in Tallahassee. This matchup will take place at Doak Campbell Stadium, where fans are eager to see how both teams perform as they begin their conference schedules.
In accordance with the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) regulations, both teams have released their initial availability reports. This year, the ACC requires schools to provide updates 48, 24, and two hours before kickoff for all in-conference games, ensuring fans are kept informed about player statuses. The final availability report for this game will be updated at 5:30 PM on Monday, just two hours before the game begins.
For Florida State, the injury report lists several players with varying statuses. Among those deemed probable to play are defensive back Quindarrius Jones, defensive lineman Darryll Desir, and running backs Zay Parks and Amari Thomas. Other probable players include linebacker Caleb LaVallee and offensive lineman Bradyn Welch-Joiner. However, the Seminoles will be without wide receiver Devin Carter and defensive backs Karson Hobbs, Chuck Kennon, and Jordan Crutchfield, who are all ruled out for the game. Additionally, tight end Gavin Markey is listed as doubtful, while wide receiver Tae’Shaun Gelsey and defensive back K.J. Kirkland are both questionable.
On the other side, the SMU Mustangs have their own set of injury concerns. Safety Ahmaad Moses, safety Jaden Milliner-Jones, and wide receiver Daylon Singleton are all listed as questionable for the matchup. The Mustangs will be missing linebacker Caden Marshall, cornerback Deuce Gilbert, and running backs EJ Kelly, Christian Rhodes, and Link Rhodes, as well as linebacker Kenneth Goodwin III and offensive lineman Abel Hoopii, all of whom are ruled out.
This game is significant for both teams as they look to establish momentum early in the season. Florida State, under head coach Mike Norvell, aims to build on last year's performance and make a statement in their conference. Meanwhile, SMU, led by head coach Rhett Lashlee, is looking to assert themselves in the competitive landscape of college football.
The matchup is set to begin at 7:30 PM ET and will be broadcast live on ESPN. Fans can also stream the game via the WatchESPN platform or the ESPN app. For those wishing to listen, the Seminoles Radio Network will provide coverage, and fans can tune in on Channel 84 or through the SXM App.
As the teams prepare for this exciting Labor Day clash, the stakes are high for both Florida State and SMU. With the spread favoring SMU by 2.5 points and an over/under set at 53.5 points, analysts and fans alike are eager to see how the game unfolds and which team will come out on top in this early-season showdown.
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