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- The hosts viewed Florida State's home game against SMU as a season-defining test of whether its roster talent translates into wins against stronger opposition. - They warned that a hypothetical SMU loss followed by a bye and another loss at Alabama could intensify pressure on the program before Central Arkansas, presenting a conditional schedule scenario rather than reporting those losses as results.

- Florida State failed to create one-on-one pass-rush wins and had to blitz to generate pressure, while busted coverages added another defensive concern. - The offensive line appeared to miss on multiple personnel takes, forcing the offense to keep a tight end in protection and limiting how many of its best skill players could be deployed together. - Ashton Daniels showed some positive signs but still needs a more comfortable performance against SMU after Florida State's uneven opener.

- Florida State looked unsettled early, with the right side of the offensive line identified as a problem and a careless interception preventing the smooth performance expected against New Mexico State. - The defense also generated little pass rush and allowed explosive plays, leaving recurring trench and coverage concerns despite time remaining to stabilize the opener.