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Florida State Ends 5-7 With 40-21 Loss at Florida as Norvell Apologizes

University leaders have already committed to Mike Norvell for 2026 after an in-season review.

Overview

  • Florida freshman Jadan Baugh ran for 266 yards and two touchdowns, underscoring FSU’s recurring run-defense problems in the 40-21 defeat.
  • FSU finished without a road win for the second straight year, with its offense averaging 18.6 points per game away from home.
  • Mike Norvell called the performance extremely disappointing and apologized to fans, saying the Seminoles did not coach or play well enough.
  • With Norvell set to return, coaches begin player meetings Sunday as the program weighs potential staff adjustments and roster decisions.
  • Key offseason questions include quarterback Tommy Castellanos’ pending eligibility appeal, retaining top targets such as Duce Robinson, and securing a 27-commit class ranked No. 15 ahead of signing day.