The Florida State Seminoles and the NC State Wolfpack are set to face off in a crucial matchup for bowl eligibility on Friday night at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, North Carolina. Both teams enter the contest with records of 5-5, and this will mark their first meeting since 2022.
Florida State comes into the game after a strong performance against Virginia Tech, where they secured a 34-14 victory. The Seminoles improved their Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) record to 2-5, with quarterback Tommy Castellanos contributing significantly. He completed 12 of 24 passes for 189 yards and a touchdown while also scoring two rushing touchdowns. Wide receiver Duce Robinson played a pivotal role, catching six passes for 134 yards, helping the team pull away in the second half. The Seminoles’ defense also stepped up, forcing two turnovers.
On the other hand, NC State is looking to bounce back after a tough 41-7 defeat against then-No. 15 Miami, which pushed their ACC record to 2-4. Quarterback CJ Bailey struggled, finishing with 120 passing yards, two interceptions, and only a late 10-yard touchdown run to avoid a shutout. The Wolfpack’s offensive unit managed just 143 total yards while their defense was overwhelmed, allowing 581 yards to Miami.
Historically, Florida State leads the all-time series against NC State with a record of 27-16. However, the Wolfpack has been dominant in recent years, winning the last three encounters and five of the last six since 2017. The last matchup ended with NC State securing a narrow 19-17 victory at home on October 8, 2022.
This matchup is shaping up to be an exciting college football event that fans won’t want to miss. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET, and viewers can watch the game live on ESPN or stream it on Fubo. Fubo provides extensive college football coverage, featuring major conferences and key matchups throughout the season.