The Florida State Seminoles were looking to end the season on a four-game win streak during the highly anticipated matchup against the Florida Gators. FSU’s in-state bout carried a heavy weight on Noles bowl projections and national perception, fighting under the bright lights for the chance at a 9-win regular season.
In more ways than one, it was a vital game for the Noles and they delivered with a 45-38 victory. The defense struggled to contain Florida for most of the matchup, but came up clutch when it needed to in order to deliver a win.