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Florida State Faces Notre Dame in Highly Anticipated Matchup: Can the Seminoles Overcome the Odds?

In this highly anticipated matchup between the Florida State Seminoles and Notre Dame Fighting Irish, the Seminoles hold a slight historical advantage with a 6-5 record against Notre Dame. However, Notre Dame has won the last three meetings, including a close contest in 2021. With Notre Dame opening as the favorite by -24.5 points, the current line stands at Notre Dame -26. Stay tuned for analysis of each team's recent form and rosters, as well as predictions for the game. Kickoff is set for 7:30 ET at Notre Dame Stadium in Indiana.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Seminoles +1450 | Fighting Irish -5000
• Spread: Seminoles +26 (-110) | Fighting Irish -26 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 42.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Notre Dame will win straight-up is 98%.

Florida St. vs Notre Dame Stats

Florida St. Seminoles

Despite high expectations coming into the new season after a successful run last year, the Florida State Seminoles have struggled significantly, currently sitting at a disappointing 1-8 record. Their lone win came against California, and they have since suffered multiple losses against tough opponents. The offense, led by Brock Glenn in place of the injured DJ Uiagalelei, has struggled to find consistency, with top performers including Ja'Khi Douglas and Lawrence Toafili. Defensively, the team ranks in the middle of the pack in terms of points and yardage allowed. In terms of power ranking, Florida State is currently ranked 119th, with their offense and defense ranking 132nd and 82nd respectively. With a challenging schedule ahead, the Seminoles will need to regroup in order to salvage the remainder of their season.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish Analysis

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have faced challenges this season but are currently sitting at a 7-1 record. Coach Marcus Freeman has guided the team to a successful run after a tough loss to Northern Illinois early in the season. The team is favored to make the college football playoff at -250 and has odds of +3000 to win the national championship. Key players like Riley Leonard, Beaux Collins, and Jeremiah Love have contributed to the team's success, with Leonard also making an impact in the run game. The defense, under coordinator Al Golden, has been impressive, ranking fourth in points allowed and seventh in yardage. Additionally, Notre Dame holds a power ranking of 2 and ranks #21 for offense, averaging 36.63 points per game, and #5 for defense, giving up an average of 12.13 points per game. They have a successful record ATS and have had recent matchups against Florida State, where the latter team has had some success.

Florida State Faces Uphill Battle Against Notre Dame, Betting Odds Remain Uncertain

The Florida State team has faced challenges this season, impacting their performance. Despite this, I am hesitant to wager nearly four touchdowns in favor of Notre Dame. While Notre Dame has shown strong play, their strategy is not focused on securing large leads to cover significant point spreads. A majority of their games have concluded with victory margins below 26.0 points. Considering the rival status of this upcoming game, I am opting to support Florida State in hopes of a competitive showing. Notre Dame's offensive approach prioritizes a run-first strategy and relies on their formidable defense. In light of these factors, I predict a final score falling within the range of 24-0 or 27-6. As such, I am taking a calculated risk on Florida State for this match.

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