The 2025 college football season is a chance for a fresh start for both Alabama and Florida State.
Alabama struggled in its first season after Nick Saban’s retirement, going 9-4 under first-year head coach Kalen DeBoer, their fewest wins in a season since 2007. That mark was a resounding success compared to what the Seminoles endured, going from the top 10 of the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll to a stunningly poor 2-10 record that included just one win against an FBS opponent.
By the end of the day Saturday, one of those clean slates will have an early blemish.
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A marquee matchups of a loaded Week 1 slate will take place in Tallahassee, Florida, where No. 8 Alabama will take on Florida State in Doak Campbell Stadium in a meeting of two of the most historically decorated programs in college football.
Will the Seminoles and coach Mike Norvell be able to escape the immense hole they dug for themselves last year? Will the Tide be able to offer some reassurance that they can remain a national powerhouse even without Saban intensely roaming the sideline?
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Florida State jerseys
Florida State will don its classic gold-garnet-gold garb its opener against Alabama at Doak Campbell Stadium.
Alabama football depth chart
Here’s a look at Alabama’s depth chart vs Florida State for their Aug. 30 matchup.
What time does Alabama vs Florida State start?
Date: Saturday, August 30
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Where: Doak Campbell Stadium (Tallahassee, Florida)
What channel is Alabama vs Florida State on today?
TV: ABC
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Alabama vs Florida State predictions
Colin Gay, Tuscaloosa News: Alabama 31, Florida State 17New quarterback and new offensive coordinator on a big stage starts Alabama football’s 2025 season. Expect some bumps along the way, but, especially with a defense in the second year under Wommack’s tutelage, Alabama should be able to make a statement in Week 1.
Liam Rooney, Tallahassee Democrat:Alabama 34, Florida State 17I think this game will be closer than many expect in the first half as the Seminoles get a home crowd boost at the newly renovated Doak Campbell Stadium, and Alabama’s Simpson takes a few drives to settle in. However, the Tide pull away in the second half with the trio of star receivers making impact plays.
Alabama vs Florida State injury updates
Alabama running back Jam Miller, the Crimson Tide’s leading rusher last season, will miss the game after suffering an upper-body injury earlier this month.
Alabama defensive tackle Tim Keenan III will ‘probably not’ be ready for the season opener due to a lower-body injury he sustained in practice this week, coach Kalen DeBoer said on August 27.
Who is starting for Alabama at quarterback?
Ty Simpson will be Alabama’s starting quarterback heading into the 2025 season. He’s taking over for Jalen Milroe, the Tide’s starter each of the past two seasons who is now in his rookie season with the Seattle Seahawks.
Who is starting for Florida State at quarterback?
After last season’s disastrous 2-10 run, Florida State went out and got a new quarterback, adding Boston College transfer Thomas Castellanos. Castellanos threw for 3,614 yards, 33 touchdowns and 19 touchdowns the past two seasons with the Eagles, along with 1,307 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns.
Alabama schedule 2025
Here’s the Crimson Tide’s full 2025 schedule and results:
Saturday, August 30: at Florida State
Saturday, September 6: vs. Louisiana-Monroe
Saturday, September 13: vs. Wisconsin
Saturday, September 27: at No. 4 Georgia
Saturday, October 4: vs. Vanderbilt
Saturday, October 11: at Missouri
Saturday, October 18: vs. No. 18 Tennessee
Saturday, October 25: at No. 13 South Carolina
Saturday, November 8: vs. No. 9 LSU
Saturday, November 15: vs. Oklahoma
Saturday, November 22: vs. Eastern Illinois
Saturday, November 29: at Auburn
Florida State schedule 2025
Here’s the Seminoles’ full 2025 schedule and results:
Saturday, August 30: vs. No. 8 Alabama
Saturday, September 6: vs. East Texas A&M
Saturday, September 20: vs. Kent State
Friday, September 26: at Virginia
Saturday, October 4: vs. No. 10 Miami
Saturday, October 11: at Pitt
Saturday, October 18: at Stanford
Saturday, November 1: vs. Wake Forest
Saturday, November 8: at No. 6 Clemson
Saturday, November 15: vs. Virginia Tech
Friday, November 21: at NC State
Saturday, November 29: at No. 17 Florida