Ahead of the rivalry matchup, the Hurricanes\u2019 head coach made it clear that UM hasn’t looked past the Seminoles even though they’re a three-touchdown favorite heading into the night. <\/p>\n
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Sep 19, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Florida State running back Ousmane Kromah (32) runs the ball at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated Florida State 50-36. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect<\/p>\n
\u201cA 21-6 lead at Alabama and a seven-point game with four and a half minutes left is real,\u201d Cristobal said.<\/p>\n
FSU still trailed 43-36 with four and a half minutes left against the Crimson Tide, but couldn\u2019t get the defensive stop it needed. It stayed a one-possession game until Alabama scored a touchdown with 2:15 left. Ashton Daniels threw an interception to end the final drive, giving Alabama the chance to kneel out the clock. <\/p>\n
Last Friday, the Seminoles fell to Louisville 44-20, but Cristobal was adamant that the scoreboard doesn’t always tell the whole story. FSU built a lead and looked to put on a dominant performance until a critical 4th-down stop let the Cardinals regain momentum. <\/p>\n
\u201cI think you have to look at scores as they relate to last Friday. A fourth-and-2 conversion makes it 21-nothing, and the game\u2019s practically over,” Cristobal continued. “A 21-6 lead at Alabama and a seven-point game with four and a half minutes left is real.<\/p>\n
Florida State is averaging 409.5 offensive yards per game and is tied for No. 16 nationally with 34 explosive plays of 20-plus yards through six games, according to CFBStats.com<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cRushing touchdowns, top 15 in the country as well. They generate a lot of explosive plays with great quarterback play, both by throwing it and running it,” Cristobal said. “A very strong running game behind a really experienced and tough and physical offensive line. And all in all, a great challenge and a great opportunity for our football team, and looking forward to getting back to Hard Rock.\u201d<\/p>\n A Warning to Miami Against Assuming a Win Nov 11, 2023; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Jordan Travis (13) is pressured during the second half against the Miami Hurricanes at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect<\/p>\n Cristobal’s outlook on the upcoming matchup came with a warning about how quickly expectations can become a problem for a team that assumes it will win.<\/p>\n “If anyone is assuming that they should win or they\u2019re entitled to winning, they\u2019re out of their minds,\u201d Cristobal continued. \u201cThey\u2019re going to get beat.\u201d<\/p>\n The Hurricanes enter the matchup ranked No. 1 in scoring offense and defense and are expected to dominate FSU at home. DraftKings.com<\/a> currently lists Miami as 21-point favorites. <\/p>\n The game is set to kick off at 7:00 p.m. ET in Miami, Florida and will broadcast on ESPN.<\/p>\n Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.<\/p>\n If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.<\/p>\n Sign up for our\u00a0free newsletter<\/a>\u00a0and follow us on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0X<\/a>, and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0for the latest news.<\/p>\n![\"Florida](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/01m52xywna2s4m482zgy.jpg\" "\\"Florida")
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