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Florida State's Hot Seat: Norvell Under Fire
30 Aug
Summary
- Mike Norvell faces immense pressure at Florida State.
- Seminoles aim to cover a 31.5-point spread vs. NMSU.
- Florida State's recent record shows a dramatic decline.
Mike Norvell, head coach of Florida State, is facing intense scrutiny as he enters his seventh season. Despite leading the Seminoles to an undefeated regular season in 2023, the team's subsequent performance has been disappointing. Florida State won only two games in 2024 and finished 2025 with a 5-7 record, a sharp decline from their previous success.
This season's opener against New Mexico State sees Florida State as a substantial favorite, with a 31.5-point spread. However, New Mexico State, projected as the 125th-best team, is expected to be a challenging opponent, particularly with their turnover-hunting strategy.
Florida State's upcoming schedule includes tough matchups against SMU and a rematch with Alabama in the first two weeks. The pressure on Norvell is mounting, with his job security potentially on the line depending on the team's performance throughout the season.
The bet focuses on New Mexico State covering the 31.5-point spread, driven by their tendency to force turnovers and Florida State's potential caution to avoid injuries before critical upcoming games.
