Florida State will be without the services of some of its top players in this game. Cornerback Derwin James, receiver Ermon Lane, linebacker Matthew Thomas and defensive lineman Josh Sweat have all decided to skip the bowl game and prepare for the NFL Draft, rather than risk injury. The Seminoles also had to deal with several reports Thursday claiming the program wasn't actually even bowl eligible after it was discovered that Florida State's win against FCS foe Delaware State could technically be scratched by the NCAA.
I hope so.When you think of big name teams versus lesser conference you think automatically of a blowout. But FL ST hasn't been that typical team. However they have improved and including three beat downs. One on the road against Florida. I think motivation and So MIss running game is what ypu have to rely on here. If they can't run against FL ST and Fl St is motivatedit could be trouble. But I do like So Miss to do some things and want the game more
SOS Fla St 4, So Miss 134
Fla St top 20 D, So Miss 53rd
OA I rank Fla St in 30's, So Miss mid 70's
Will Fla State give a shit? Probably not... though they know the new coach is watching. Even with the NFL kids sitting out it is a blowout. IF they are fired up. A big IF.
Generally speaking, going against a coaching change is a solid move... even when the new one is named, all the assistant coaches realize they are probably gonners... a mess.