FSU Faces Notre Dame's Top-Ranked Defense

Florida State Seminoles are facing challenges this season, currently standing at 1-8, and their offensive struggles are expected to be exploited by Notre Dame's top-ranked defense in their upcoming game. Notre Dame, currently ranked No. 10 with an 8-1 record under Coach Marcus Freeman, aims to solidify its position in the College Football Playoffs, taking advantage of Florida State's vulnerabilities. At the same time, Notre Dame is also gearing up for a 2026 match against SMU, marking their first encounter in nearly 40 years. Florida State has made minimal changes to their depth chart, with adjustments at running back and tight end positions due to injuries, while Notre Dame must avoid complacency against the struggling yet skilled Seminoles.