Can Florida State Seminoles Outmaneuver Charleston Southern Buccaneers Again?
In a display of dominance at Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium, the Florida State Seminoles secured a convincing 41-7 victory over the Charleston Southern Buccaneers. This win improved the Seminoles' record to 2-9, while the Buccaneers fell to 1-11 for the season. A crowd of 43,711 fans witnessed as the home team showcased their prowess on both ends of the field.
Seminoles' Offensive Showcase
The Florida State Seminoles' offense was on full display, amassing a total of 415 yards with an impressive average gain per play. Quarterback Luke Kromenhoek led the charge with 209 passing yards and three touchdowns, boasting an efficiency rating of over 200 and completing 65 percent of his attempts. His connection with wide receiver Ja'Khi Douglas was particularly noteworthy; Douglas racked up 82 receiving yards on just three receptions, including a spectacular longest touchdown catch of 71 yards.
On the ground, running back Caziah Holmes found the end zone twice among his three attempts totaling 38 rushing yards, showcasing an explosive average yardage that contributed significantly to Florida State's scoring efforts. The team's overall rushing performance accounted for two touchdowns and averaged five yards per attempt across all carriers.
Defensive Dominance and Special Teams
The Seminoles' defense also made critical contributions to this comprehensive win by limiting their opponents to just seven points throughout four quarters. Ashlynd Barker stood out defensively with an interception return for 57 yards which set up one of many scoring opportunities for his team. The special teams unit complemented this effort perfectly; kicker Ryan Fitzgerald successfully converted two field goals and five extra points, contributing significantly to the final score.
Punter Alex Mastromanno deserves special mention for his role in controlling field position through punting excellence—achieving an average net yardage that kept Charleston Southern consistently on their back foot.
Looking Ahead
The next challenge awaiting Florida State is against their rivals, the Florida Gators at Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee on November 30th at 1:00 PM EDT. Fans eager not to miss this encounter can tune into ESPN2 for live coverage as these two teams battle it out in what promises to be another exciting chapter in their storied rivalry.
As we reflect on this game's highlights and look forward to future matchups, share your thoughts about how you think these performances will shape up against upcoming opponents.