NCAAF · October 9, 2026 · 7:00 PM ET
FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES @ LOU
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Matchup Analysis
Two teams looking to reset their ACC footing
Florida State is 3-2 after consecutive wins over Central Arkansas and Virginia, while Louisville is 2-3 after consecutive losses to Wake Forest and NC State; Louisville's latest defeat was a 31-28 road loss at NC State on October 3, 2026.
SourceLouisville’s passing attack tests the Seminoles’ softer spot
Louisville averages 287.4 passing yards per game in 2026, while Florida State allows 265.6 passing yards; the Seminoles allow 119.2 rushing yards per game.
SourceDaniels showed a major running threat against Virginia
Ashton Daniels ran for 136 yards and five touchdowns in Florida State's 38-7 win over Virginia on October 3, 2026, giving Louisville another dimension to account for.
SourceAvailability watch: Kienholz is probable
Louisville listed quarterback Lincoln Kienholz as probable and Keyjuan Brown as questionable for October 9, 2026; Florida State listed 10 players out on its October 7 report, including Sam Singleton Jr. and Devin Carter.
SourceRed-zone execution could swing scoring chances
Florida State scored on all 21 of its 2026 red-zone trips, while Louisville allowed scores on 83.3% of opponents' red-zone opportunities.
SourceLouisville needs to avoid giving away free yards
Louisville averaged 82.4 penalty yards per game in 2026, ranking 130th in the FBS, which could undermine its drives or lead.
SourcePick Ideas
Florida State +3.5
Action Network's matchup data lists Florida State at 2-0-1 against the spread as a 2026 underdog, supporting a modest +3.5 lean.
Under 59.5 points
Florida State's first five 2026 games went under four times, while Louisville's went over four times, so the 59.5 under is a cautious lean.
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