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In a closely contested season opener, the Florida State Seminoles were edged out by the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets with a final score of 21-24. This initial setback places the Seminoles at an early season record of 0-1, while the Yellow Jackets start off on a positive note at 1-0. The game, hosted at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, was a testament to both teams' determination to kick off their season with a win.

<img src="/imgproxy/Mcl47Zq5m1MKnx9kReGtERkihZLXOXscBllKPruTBek/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzUyZjk2OThkYjZiOTg5MWI5YzQwYWFmZjdhYjFhNGUwLmpwZw==?image_id=7f84f5dc-6e4b-40db-ba22-fbd3c9bba082" alt="Aug 24, 2024; Dublin, IRL; Georgia Tech place kicker Aidan Birr is congratulates by teammates after scoring the winning the field goal against Florida State at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports" title="Aug 24, 2024; Dublin, IRL; Georgia Tech place kicker Aidan Birr is congratulates by teammates after scoring the winning the field goal against Florida State at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports" /> The Seminoles displayed a well-rounded offensive approach throughout the contest. Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei was notably efficient, completing 19 out of his 27 pass attempts for an impressive total of 193 yards and achieving an approximate completion rate of 70 percent without succumbing to any interceptions. His ability to consistently move the chains was crucial, though it ultimately did not result in any touchdown passes.

Florida State's running game also made significant contributions to their offensive efforts. Running backs Lawrance Toafili and Roydell Williams each scored once, with Toafili amassing 32 yards on eight carries and Williams adding another 38 yards from twelve rushes. Their performances were key in sustaining drives and scoring points for their team.

<img src="/imgproxy/2vMKzjrqNXrLBIced2t-CxoDgpW55QtYw8RJNuEDMtc/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzMzMDViN2U5ZGEwN2RmNjkxZWMyOWY5NWRhYmNjOTk3LmpwZw==?image_id=4a0f8a15-2bad-4344-a219-58304e52e01f" alt="Aug 24, 2024; Dublin, IRL; Georgia Tech defensive lineman Kevin Harris II tackles Florida State University quarterback DJ Uiagalelei at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports" title="Aug 24, 2024; Dublin, IRL; Georgia Tech defensive lineman Kevin Harris II tackles Florida State University quarterback DJ Uiagalelei at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports" /> The special teams unit had its moments of brilliance as well, particularly highlighted by kicker Ryan Fitzgerald who nailed two field goals from beyond fifty yards, one being from an extraordinary distance of fifty-nine yards.

Despite these commendable individual efforts and controlling possession for more than half the game (30:39), Florida State fell short against Georgia Tech's defense when it counted most. The Seminole defense showed tenacity but found it challenging to halt Georgia Tech's scoring opportunities effectively.

<img src="/imgproxy/Z2MzBp4bwupEJK7qKsxOQumhUpaRD-de4lmBT_-_vas/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2NhM2FlMmQ3ODkxZmE5ZDk1ZjU2ZWVkMmM0YzI2NWM2LmpwZw==?image_id=085d8945-bfb5-4acc-af0a-425c593c8a49" alt="Aug 24, 2024; Dublin, IRL; Florida State University running back Roydell Williams is tackled by Trenilyas Tatum and Kyle Efford of Georgia Tech at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports" title="Aug 24, 2024; Dublin, IRL; Florida State University running back Roydell Williams is tackled by Trenilyas Tatum and Kyle Efford of Georgia Tech at Aviva Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports" /> Defensively, Shyheim Brown emerged as a standout player with nine tackles and one tackle for loss among his notable achievements that occasionally stifled Georgia Tech’s progress. Nonetheless, Florida State’s defense could not manage sacks or interceptions during this encounter which limited their chances to change the course of the game significantly.

Looking forward after this narrow loss overseas, Florida State is set to regroup before facing their next opponent - Boston College Eagles - at Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee on September 2nd at 7:30 PM EDT. This upcoming match promises excitement as both teams aim for victory early in this college football season and will be broadcast live on ESPN for fans eager to follow along.

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