FSU Versus Miami
Florida State Visits No. 4 Miami for October 17 Rivalry Matchup on ESPN
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Although Miami leads the overall series, Florida State holds a 21-19 edge in games played in Miami; the teams are tied 29-29 since the rivalry became an annual matchup in 1969.
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Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels rushed for 136 yards and a program-record five touchdowns in the Seminoles’ win over Virginia.
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Florida State has lost to SMU and Alabama this season, while its game against Louisville on the Friday before the Miami matchup gives the Seminoles an extra day of rest afterward.
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Florida State last beat Miami in 2023 and won at Miami during the 2022 season.
The SEC and ACC have set kickoff times for key matchups on October 17, headlined by No. 4 Miami hosting Florida State at Hard Rock Stadium with a 7 p.m. ET start on ESPN. The Hurricanes enter undefeated at 5-0 after a road win over Clemson, while the Seminoles sit at 3-2 following a dominant 38-7 victory over Virginia.
This ACC rivalry clash carries major implications for both programs. Miami leads the all-time series 37-33 and has won two straight meetings, but Florida State holds a 21-19 edge in games played in Miami and the teams are tied 29-29 since becoming annual opponents in 1969.
Florida State Surges Behind Daniels' Record Performance
Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels put on a rushing clinic against Virginia, accumulating 136 yards and an NCAA program-record five rushing touchdowns in the lopsided 38-7 win. The explosive showing showcased the Seminoles' offensive firepower heading into their critical Miami test.
The Seminoles' path to October 17 includes a Friday night matchup against Louisville, providing an extra day of rest before the Miami showdown. FSU's 3-2 record masks tougher losses — defeats to SMU and Alabama earlier this season have kept the team from climbing the rankings.
Miami's Undefeated Run Tests Championship Credentials
The fourth-ranked Hurricanes arrive with a pristine 5-0 record and momentum from a road victory over Clemson. Miami's bye week before October 17 gives the team extra time to prepare for their biggest test of the season against a historic rival.
Miami's recent dominance in the rivalry includes wins in 2024 and 2025. However, Florida State's strength at Hard Rock Stadium — winning there in 2022 — suggests the Hurricanes cannot overlook their ACC foe despite being conference favorites.
Rivalry's Complex History Adds Weight to October Showdown
The FSU-Miami rivalry spans decades with a surprisingly balanced ledger since 1969. The teams are deadlocked 29-29 in the annual matchup era, despite Miami's overall series advantage. Florida State's last win came in 2023 before Miami reeled off two consecutive victories.
October 17 represents a crucial inflection point for both programs' seasons. A Miami victory strengthens the Hurricanes' playoff credentials, while an FSU upset would validate the Seminoles' explosive talent and keep their hopes alive in an increasingly competitive ACC landscape.
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