FSU Football Schedule 2026: Full Dates & Kick Off Times

Florida State enters the 2026 season with 12 regular-season games, beginning with a Week 0 opener against New Mexico State on Saturday, August 29, 2026, and concluding with a rivalry matchup against Florida on Friday, November 27, 2026.

The Seminoles play 8 Atlantic Coast Conference games and 4 non-conference contests, including a marquee road trip to Alabama on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

FSU Football Schedule 2026: Full Season Overview

The 2026 Florida State football schedule features 7 home games at Doak Campbell Stadium and 5 road contests. Mike Norvell’s program navigates a transitional ACC scheduling model, playing one fewer conference game than most league opponents while adding high-profile non-conference matchups.

Complete 2026 Seminoles Game Schedule

Date	Day	Opponent	Location	Venue	Conference
August 29, 2026	Saturday	New Mexico State	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	Non-Conf
September 7, 2026	Monday	SMU	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	ACC
September 19, 2026	Saturday	Alabama	Tuscaloosa, AL	Bryant-Denny Stadium	Non-Conf
September 26, 2026	Saturday	Central Arkansas	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	Non-Conf
October 3, 2026	Saturday	Virginia	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	ACC
October 9, 2026	Friday	Louisville	Louisville, KY	Cardinal Stadium	ACC
October 17, 2026	Saturday	Miami	Miami Gardens, FL	Hard Rock Stadium	ACC
October 31, 2026	Saturday	Clemson	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	ACC
November 7, 2026	Saturday	Boston College	Chestnut Hill, MA	Alumni Stadium	ACC
November 13, 2026	Friday	Pittsburgh	Pittsburgh, PA	Acrisure Stadium	ACC
November 21, 2026	Saturday	NC State	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	ACC
November 27, 2026	Friday	Florida	Tallahassee, FL	Doak Campbell Stadium	Non-Conf

Note: Kickoff times and television broadcast information remain unannounced as of February 5, 2026.

Key Matchups in the 2026 FSU Football Schedule

Non-Conference Games

• Alabama (September 19, 2026) — Florida State travels to Tuscaloosa for the first time since 1974. The Seminoles defeated Alabama 31-17 in Tallahassee during the 2025 season opener, marking their first win over the Crimson Tide since 2007. This road contest represents the Seminoles’ most challenging non-conference test.
• Florida (November 27, 2026) — The annual rivalry resumes on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Florida State hosts the Gators at Doak Campbell Stadium, continuing a series that dates to 1958. The game serves as Senior Night for the Seminoles.
• New Mexico State (August 29, 2026) — Florida State opens the season in Week 0 against the Aggies, one of the earliest possible start dates in college football. The Seminoles have never faced New Mexico State in program history.
• Central Arkansas (September 26, 2026) — The Bears from the United Athletic Conference make their first-ever appearance against Florida State, providing a homecoming weekend opponent.

Atlantic Coast Conference Schedule

• SMU (September 7, 2026) — The Mustangs visit Tallahassee for a Labor Day Monday matchup, marking Florida State’s ACC opener. SMU joined the conference for the 2024 season after transitioning from the American Athletic Conference.
• Miami (October 17, 2026) — Florida State makes the 450-mile trip to Hard Rock Stadium for a mid-October rivalry game. The Seminoles hold an 18-6 all-time record against the Hurricanes in games played in Miami.
• Clemson (October 31, 2026) — The Tigers visit on Halloween for a primetime showdown. Florida State designates this game as Military Appreciation Day at Doak Campbell Stadium. The series has produced seven top-10 matchups since 2013.
• NC State (November 21, 2026) — The Wolfpack arrives for Florida State’s homecoming game. The contest falls on the penultimate weekend of the regular season, potentially carrying ACC Atlantic Division implications.
• Louisville (October 9, 2026) — The Cardinals host Florida State on Friday night, one of three Friday games on the Seminoles’ schedule. Louisville’s Cardinal Stadium seats 61,000 fans.
• Pittsburgh (November 13, 2026) — Florida State’s second Friday night road game of the season takes place in western Pennsylvania. The Panthers won the ACC Championship in 2021 and maintain a physical defensive identity under head coach Pat Narduzzi.
• Virginia (October 3, 2026) — The Cavaliers visit Tallahassee for Florida State’s designated Cancer Awareness game. Virginia upset the Seminoles 38-46 in Charlottesville during the 2025 season, ending a six-game losing streak in the series.
• Boston College (November 7, 2026) — The Eagles host Florida State at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill. The game represents the Seminoles’ only trip to the Northeast during the 2026 campaign.

FSU Football Schedule 2026: Home and Road Breakdown

Home Games at Doak Campbell Stadium

Florida State plays 7 home contests at the 79,560-capacity Doak S. Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee:

1. New Mexico State (August 29, 2026)
2. SMU (September 7, 2026)
3. Central Arkansas (September 26, 2026)
4. Virginia (October 3, 2026)
5. Clemson (October 31, 2026)
6. NC State (November 21, 2026)
7. Florida (November 27, 2026)

The home schedule includes 4 Atlantic Coast Conference opponents and 3 non-conference games. Florida State designates specific themes for marquee home games: Cancer Awareness (Virginia), Military Appreciation (Clemson), Homecoming (NC State), and Senior Night (Florida).

Road Games

The Seminoles travel for 5 away contests across four states:

1. Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (September 19, 2026)
2. Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky (October 9, 2026)
3. Miami in Miami Gardens, Florida (October 17, 2026)
4. Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts (November 7, 2026)
5. Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (November 13, 2026)

Geographic distribution: Florida State plays 1 game in Alabama, 2 in Florida (outside Tallahassee), 1 in Kentucky, and 2 in the Northeast corridor.

Atlantic Coast Conference Scheduling Changes for 2026

The 8+2 Model

Florida State plays 8 conference games during the 2026 season, while most ACC programs transition to a 9-game league schedule. The conference implemented a bridge year, allowing five programs—Florida State, Clemson, Georgia Tech, Miami, and Louisville—to maintain 8 ACC contests while mandating they schedule 2 Power Four non-conference opponents.

Florida State satisfies this requirement with games against Alabama (Southeastern Conference) and Florida (Southeastern Conference). The scheduling structure provides flexibility before the ACC’s full adoption of a 9-game conference slate in 2027.

Conference Opponents

• Permanent ACC opponents for Florida State include Miami and Clemson, appearing annually on the schedule regardless of division or scheduling model changes.
• Rotating opponents in 2026: SMU, Virginia, Louisville, Boston College, Pittsburgh, and NC State.
• Non-appearing ACC programs: Duke, Georgia Tech, North Carolina, Stanford, Syracuse, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest, and California do not face Florida State during the 2026 regular season.

2026 Florida State Football Schedule: Week-by-Week Analysis

Week 0: New Mexico State (August 29)

Florida State opens in Week 0, available to teams facing Football Championship Subdivision opponents or schools located in Hawaii. The Aggies compete in Conference USA at the FBS level, eliminating FCS classification concerns. New Mexico State finished 3-9 in 2025 under head coach Tony Sanchez.

Week 1: SMU (September 7)

The Labor Day Monday contest provides a national television window for Florida State’s conference opener. SMU hired Rhett Lashlee as head coach in 2021, implementing an up-tempo spread offense that averaged 35.4 points per game in 2024. The Mustangs reached the ACC Championship Game in their conference debut season.

Week 3: Alabama (September 19)

Florida State’s trip to Tuscaloosa represents a 52-year gap since the programs last met in Alabama. The Crimson Tide underwent coaching changes following the 2024 season, with offensive coordinator Kalen DeBoer entering his second year as head coach. Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium holds 100,077 spectators.

Week 4: Central Arkansas (September 26)

The Bears provide homecoming weekend opposition following the Alabama road trip. Central Arkansas competes in the United Athletic Conference, joining North Alabama, Austin Peay, and six other programs in a conference formed for the 2023 season. The Bears won 5 games in 2025.

Week 5: Virginia (October 3)

Tony Elliott enters his fourth season as Virginia’s head coach after posting a 3-9 record in 2025. The Cavaliers run a pro-style offense anchored by quarterback Anthony Colandrea, who passed for 3,006 yards as a sophomore. Florida State designates this game for cancer awareness fundraising and patient recognition.

Week 6: Louisville (October 9)

The Friday night road game creates a short preparation week following the Virginia contest. Louisville employs Jeff Brohm’s offensive system, emphasizing quick-tempo passing and outside zone runs. The Cardinals averaged 31.9 points per game in 2025.

Week 7: Miami (October 17)

Mario Cristobal’s Hurricanes feature one of the ACC’s most talented rosters, ranking in the top 15 nationally for recruiting class average over three consecutive cycles. Miami plays in the 65,326-seat Hard Rock Stadium, located 15 miles north of the university campus.

Week 9: Clemson (October 31)

Dabo Swinney’s program enters Year 17 under the same head coach, the longest active tenure at one ACC school. Clemson won national championships in 2016 and 2018 but has not reached the College Football Playoff since 2020. The Tigers emphasize defensive line development and have produced 12 NFL first-round picks since 2015.

Week 10: Boston College (November 7)

Bill O’Brien returned to college coaching at Boston College for the 2024 season after NFL stints with Houston and New England. The Eagles run a power-oriented offense built around Thomas Castellanos’ dual-threat abilities. Alumni Stadium seats 44,500 in Chestnut Hill, making it the smallest venue Florida State visits in 2026.

Week 11: Pittsburgh (November 13)

The second Friday night road game falls in mid-November, potentially affecting College Football Playoff positioning. Pittsburgh ranked 3rd nationally in sacks per game (3.4) during the 2025 season, led by defensive coordinator Randy Bates’ aggressive blitz packages.

Week 12: NC State (November 21)

Dave Doeren’s Wolfpack visit for homecoming weekend. NC State won 10 games in 2024 but dropped to 5-7 in 2025, creating questions about program’s trajectory. The Wolfpack returns 17 starters from their 2025 roster, including quarterback Grayson McCall.

Week 13: Florida (November 27)

The rivalry game concludes the regular season on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Florida hired Billy Napier in December 2021, compiling a 15-18 record through three seasons. The Gators return quarterback DJ Lagway, who threw 16 touchdowns as a freshman in 2025.

FSU Football Roster Construction for 2026

Transfer Portal Additions

Florida State signed 23 transfer players during the 2025-2026 offseason window, focusing on immediate-impact starters rather than developmental depth. The transfer class addresses specific positional deficiencies created by NFL Draft departures and portal exits.

Offensive Transfers

Ashton Daniels (Quarterback) — The Auburn and Stanford graduate transfer brings dual-threat capabilities to Florida State’s offense. Daniels started 8 games at Stanford in 2024, completing 61.3% of passes for 1,847 yards with 12 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. His 466 rushing yards rank 4th among Power Four quarterbacks who transferred following the 2024 season.

Quintrevion Wisner (Running Back) — The former Texas Longhorn rushed for 766 yards and 6 touchdowns in 2024 before entering the transfer portal. Wisner’s 5.1 yards-per-carry average suggests efficiency in Mike Norvell’s outside zone scheme. Analysts project a 1,000-yard season based on projected workload and offensive line improvements.

Xavier Chaplin (Offensive Tackle) — Auburn’s starting left tackle in 2024 measures 6-foot-7 and 340 pounds. Chaplin allowed 2 sacks across 11 starts, earning third-team All-SEC recognition from Pro Football Focus. He provides immediate blindside protection for the quarterback position.

Nate Pabst (Offensive Line) — The Penn State transfer started 26 games at guard and tackle across three seasons in the Big Ten. Pabst’s versatility allows Florida State to deploy him at right tackle or move him inside to guard, depending on personnel combinations.

Defensive Transfers

Rylan Kennedy (Defensive End) — Texas A&M’s former edge rusher recorded 6.5 sacks across two seasons in College Station. Kennedy’s 6-foot-4, 255-pound frame fits Florida State’s emphasis on length and athleticism on the defensive front. He replaces pass-rush production lost to the NFL Draft.

Chris Jones (Linebacker) — The Southern Miss transfer led Conference USA with 118 tackles in 2024. Jones provides immediate depth at the Will linebacker position in defensive coordinator Tony White’s 3-3-5 scheme.

Mikai Gbayor (Linebacker) — The Nebraska transfer contributed 74 tackles and 1.5 sacks in 2024. Gbayor’s physicality suits Florida State’s need for run-stopping ability in the middle of the defense.

Karson Hobbs (Cornerback) — Notre Dame‘s boundary corner brings experience from the Fighting Irish’s man-coverage system. Hobbs started 9 games in 2024, recording 32 tackles and 4 pass breakups. He competes to replace Earl Little Jr., who transferred to Ohio State.

Special Teams Transfers

Gabe Panikowski (Kicker) — The Oklahoma State transfer previously led the Football Championship Subdivision with a 90.6% field goal conversion rate at Idaho State. Panikowski made 19-of-21 field goal attempts in 2023, including 7-of-9 from beyond 40 yards.

Daniel Hughes (Punter) — The 27-year-old Australian punter transferred from New Mexico after averaging 45.4 yards per punt in 2024. Hughes stands 6-foot-5, providing a high launch point that improves hang time and coverage opportunities.

High School Recruiting Class

Florida State signed 31 high school prospects in the 2026 recruiting cycle, ranking 13th nationally according to composite recruiting services. The class emphasizes wide receiver and linebacker depth while adding quarterback Jaden O’Neal as the future starter.

27 early enrollees arrived in January 2026, participating in spring practice and competing for depth chart positions before the season opener.

Mike Norvell Reclaims Play-Calling Duties

Coaching Staff Changes for 2026

Gus Malzahn retired as offensive coordinator on February 2, 2026, ending a one-season tenure that produced 33 points per game in 2025. Malzahn’s departure prompted Mike Norvell to reclaim full offensive play-calling responsibilities for the first time since the 2024 season.

Tim Harris Jr. received a promotion to offensive coordinator while maintaining his wide receivers coaching duties. Harris joined Florida State’s staff in 2022 after coaching tight ends at Georgia State. He coordinated recruiting efforts for the Seminoles’ wide receiver room, signing 5-star Brandon Bennett and 4-star Jasen Lopez in the 2026 class.

Tony White returns for his second season as defensive coordinator after transforming Florida State’s total defense ranking from 13th to 4th in the ACC during 2025. White implements a 3-3-5 scheme emphasizing versatile safeties and situational blitz packages. He previously coordinated defenses at Syracuse and Nebraska.

New defensive staff additions:

• Ernie Sims (Linebackers Coach) — The former Florida State All-American linebacker replaces John Papuchis, who departed for Missouri. Sims played 9 NFL seasons and coached at Tennessee-Martin before returning to his alma mater.
• Jake Rothschiller (Assistant Linebackers Coach) — The Minot State assistant brings expertise in the 3-3-5 defensive scheme, having worked under Rocky Long’s disciples at San Diego State and New Mexico.
• Austin Tucker (Quarterbacks Coach) — Tucker joins from Louisiana-Monroe, where he developed dual-threat quarterback Chandler Rogers. He replaces staff departures following offensive coordinator changes.
• Kam Martin (Running Backs Coach) — The former UCF running back played under Josh Heupel’s offense and coached at Texas State before joining Florida State.

Play-Calling History

Mike Norvell called plays in 2022 and 2023, producing a 13-0 regular season in 2023 with 44.2 points per game. He delegated play-calling to Alex Atkins in 2024 and Gus Malzahn in 2025 while focusing on head coaching duties.

Norvell’s offensive philosophy emphasizes:

• Tempo: 75-80 plays per game with quick substitution patterns
• Outside zone runs: Stretch plays attacking defensive ends horizontally
• Play-action passing: Deep shots off run-action fakes
• RPO integration: Read-option concepts combined with quick passing windows

The return to play-calling suggests Norvell believes direct offensive oversight improves quarterback development for Ashton Daniels or Kevin Sperry.

Quarterback Competition

Ashton Daniels vs. Kevin Sperry

Ashton Daniels enters spring practice as the projected starter based on experience and dual-threat ability. The 6-foot-3, 215-pound signal-caller started 8 games at Stanford in 2024, completing 122-of-199 passes (61.3%) for 1,847 yards with 12 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. He added 466 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns on 88 carries.

Daniels’ best performance came against Virginia Tech, where he accounted for 4 total touchdowns (3 passing, 1 rushing) in a 31-7 victory. His mobility fits Mike Norvell’s quarterback run game, which produced 557 rushing yards from Tommy Castellanos in 2025.

Kevin Sperry redshirted as a freshman in 2025 after appearing in 3 games. The 6-foot-2, 205-pound sophomore completed 12-of-17 passes (70.6%) for 194 yards and 2 touchdowns. Sperry’s familiarity with Florida State’s offensive system provides an advantage over transfer quarterbacks learning new terminology.

Coaching staff evaluations from fall 2025 indicated Sperry “impressed coaches” with decision-making accuracy and arm strength during scout team repetitions. His lack of game experience represents the primary obstacle to winning the starting job.

Dean DeNobile serves as the third-string option. The 6-foot-1 quarterback appeared in 1 game during 2025, taking kneel-down snaps in garbage time.

Projected 2026 Depth Chart

Offense

Position	Starter	Backup
QB	Ashton Daniels	Kevin Sperry
RB	Quintrevion Wisner	Ousmane Kromah
WR (X)	Duce Robinson	Tae’Shaun Gelsey
WR (H)	Jayvan Boggs	Devin Carter
WR (Z)	Micahi Danzy	Teriq Mallory
TE	Landen Thomas	Desirrio Riles
LT	Xavier Chaplin	Chastan Brown
LG	André Otto	Sean Poret
C	Bradyn Joiner	Chavez Thompson
RG	Paul Bowling	Jakobe Green
RT	Nate Pabst	Jonathan Daniels

Key offensive notes:

• Duce Robinson returns for his senior season after catching 56 passes for 1,081 yards and 6 touchdowns in 2025. The 6-foot-6 wide receiver withdrew from the NFL Draft to use his final year of eligibility.
• Landen Thomas started 12 games at tight end in 2025, providing blocking support and red-zone targets (2 touchdown receptions).
• Bradyn Joiner anchors the offensive line at center after starting 11 games in 2025.

Defense

Position	Starter	Backup
DE	Darryll Desir	Deamontae Diggs
DT	Kevin Wynn	Jordan Sanders
DE	Mandrell Desir	Rylan Kennedy
LB	Chris Jones	Caleb LaVallee
LB	Mikai Gbayor	Izayia Williams
LB	Blake Nichelson	AJ Cottrill
CB	Ja’Bril Rawls	Quindarrius Jones
CB	Nehemiah Chandler	Karson Hobbs
S	K.J. Kirkland	CJ Richard Jr.
S	Ashlynd Barker	Tre Bell III
Rover	Ma’Khi Jones	Donny Hiebert

Key defensive notes:

• The Desir twins (Mandrell and Darryll) anchor the defensive line after both brothers withdrew from the transfer portal to return for 2026.
• Ashlynd Barker recorded 48 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks in 2025 before initially entering the transfer portal. His return stabilizes the safety position.
• Izayia Williams enrolls as a 4-star linebacker prospect ranked 3rd nationally at the position in the 2026 recruiting class.

2025 Season Review: Context for 2026

Florida State finished 5-7 overall and 2-6 in ACC play during the 2025 season, missing bowl eligibility for the first time since 2020. The record marked a significant regression from the program’s 13-1 finish in 2023.

Offensive Statistics (2025)

• Total offense: 472.1 yards per game (59th nationally)
• Scoring: 33.0 points per game (42nd nationally)
• Rushing: 218.7 yards per game (41st nationally)
• Passing: 253.4 yards per game (61st nationally)
• Third-down conversion: 51% (23rd nationally)
• Red zone scoring: 81% (46-of-57 attempts)

Leading performers:

• Tommy Castellanos (QB): 2,760 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, 9 interceptions; 557 rushing yards, 9 rushing touchdowns
• Gavin Sawchuk (RB): 486 rushing yards, 8 touchdowns on 109 carries
• Duce Robinson (WR): 56 receptions, 1,081 yards, 6 touchdowns

Defensive Statistics (2025)

• Total defense: 328.8 yards allowed per game (4th in ACC)
• Scoring defense: 22.0 points allowed per game (5th in ACC)
• Rushing defense: 138.1 yards allowed per game (3rd in ACC)
• Passing defense: 190.8 yards allowed per game (6th in ACC)
• Sacks: 31 (2.6 per game)
• Turnovers forced: 12 interceptions, 2 fumble recoveries

Leading performers:

• Earl Little Jr. (CB): 76 tackles, 4 interceptions, 83 return yards (transferred to Ohio State)
• Ashlynd Barker (S): 48 tackles, 5 TFL, 3.5 sacks
• Mandrell Desir (DE): 30 tackles, 7.5 TFL, 6.5 sacks

Key Losses

NFL Draft departures: Earl Little Jr. (cornerback), Darrell Jackson Jr. (linebacker), and Jake Weinberg (kicker) declared for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Transfer portal losses: 35 players entered the transfer portal following the 2025 season, including 16 underclassmen with remaining eligibility.

Ticket Information for 2026 Season

Season Tickets

Florida State offers season ticket packages starting at $350 for general admission seats at Doak Campbell Stadium. Premium seating options in the University Center Club sections begin at $1,200 per seat.

Season ticket benefits:

• Access to all 7 home games
• Priority parking pass options
• Discounted pricing for ACC Championship Game tickets
• First access to postseason ticket allocations

Purchase deadline: Season tickets for 2026 typically close in late July before the season opener.

Single-Game Tickets

Individual game tickets go on sale after season ticket renewals conclude, usually in mid-August. Pricing varies by opponent:

• Premium games (Alabama, Clemson, Florida): $75-$150
• Conference games (SMU, Virginia, NC State): $45-$85
• Non-conference games (New Mexico State, Central Arkansas): $35-$60

Parking and Tailgating

Doak Campbell Stadium offers 5 parking zones surrounding the venue:

• Zone 1 (West side): $40 per game, closest to the student section
• Zone 2 (North endzone): $35 per game
• Zone 3 (East side): $30 per game
• Zone 4 (South endzone): $25 per game
• Remote parking (Civic Center): $15 per game with shuttle service

Tailgating begins 4 hours before kickoff for all games. Florida State permits grills, tents, and alcohol consumption in designated parking areas.

How to Watch FSU Football in 2026

Television broadcast assignments for the 2026 Florida State football schedule will be announced between June and August 2026. The Atlantic Coast Conference maintains media rights agreements with ESPN, ABC, and ACC Network.

Expected Broadcast Windows

ABC/ESPN typically carries Florida State’s most competitive matchups:

• Alabama (September 19) — likely noon or 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC
• Clemson (October 31) — potential primetime slot on ABC or ESPN
• Miami (October 17) — noon or 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN
• Florida (November 27) — 3:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. ET on ABC

ACC Network broadcasts most conference games with lower national appeal:

• SMU (September 7) — Labor Day Monday primetime
• Virginia (October 3)
• NC State (November 21)

ESPN+ streams non-conference games against FBS Group of Five opponents:

• New Mexico State (August 29)
• Central Arkansas (September 26)

Streaming Options

ESPN+: All ACC Network broadcasts stream on the ESPN+ platform (subscription required at $10.99 per month).

Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV include ESPN, ESPN2, and ACC Network in their channel lineups.

Florida State’s Path to Bowl Eligibility

Florida State requires 6 wins to qualify for a bowl game in 2026. The schedule provides multiple opportunities to reach that threshold.

Expected Wins (5 games)

• New Mexico State (August 29)
• Central Arkansas (September 26)
• Virginia (October 3)
• Boston College (November 7)
• NC State (November 21)

Competitive Games (4 games)

• SMU (September 7) — 65% win probability
• Louisville (October 9) — 55% win probability
• Pittsburgh (November 13) — 60% win probability
• Florida (November 27) — 50% win probability

Likely Losses (3 games)

• Alabama (September 19) — 20% win probability
• Miami (October 17) — 35% win probability
• Clemson (October 31) — 40% win probability

Bowl projection: An 8-4 regular season record positions Florida State for a mid-tier bowl game such as the Gator Bowl (Jacksonville), Holiday Bowl (San Diego), or Sun Bowl (El Paso).

FSU Football Schedule Frequently Asked Questions

Future FSU Football Schedules (2027-2030)

2027 Schedule Highlights

• Georgia (September 4, 2027) — Home opener against the Southeastern Conference power
• Florida (November 27, 2027) — Rivalry game in Gainesville for the first time since 2025
• Clemson (road) — First trip to Death Valley since 2024

2028 Schedule Highlights

• Georgia (September 16, 2028) — Road trip to Athens, Georgia
• Florida (November 25, 2028) — Rivalry returns to Tallahassee

2029 Schedule Highlights

• Notre Dame (home) — First meeting with the Fighting Irish since the 2014 season
• Florida (November 24, 2029) — Rivalry game in Gainesville

2030 Schedule Highlights

• Notre Dame (road) — Return game at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana
• Florida (November 30, 2030) — Rivalry game in Tallahassee

The Atlantic Coast Conference has not finalized full schedules beyond 2028 as of February 2026.