FSU’s ACC Test Against SMU | Florida State Seminoles Football News

Florida State’s got a must-win ACC opener against SMU, a ranked team with playoff pedigree—and they’re counting on key captains and stars to rise. Head coach Mike Norvell knows this is a test of unit cohesion, technique, and communication after a shaky win. Defensive tackle Daniel Lyons must dominate inside, safety Ashlynd Barker needs to lead the defense like a field general, and tight end Landen Thomas could exploit SMU’s shaky secondary. This isn’t just another game—it’s their chance to prove they’ve evolved from early-season struggles and are ready for elite competition. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/001f4c65c4cf3f34