- Game: Pittsburgh Panthers vs Florida State Seminoles
- Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Location: Doak Campbell Stadium, Tallahassee, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Point Spread: Seminoles favored by (-9.5)
- Total Points Over/Under: 58
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On Saturday, October 11, 2025, the Florida State Seminoles (3-2) will host the Pittsburgh Panthers (3-2) at Doak Campbell Stadium. The Seminoles are being projected as 9.5-point favorites, according to Vegas odds. The total for the game is set at 58 points.
The Pittsburgh Panthers enter this matchup with a 3-2 record for the season. In their most recent game, they triumphed over the Boston College Eagles with a dominant score of 48-7. When it came to defense, the Panthers allowed only 27 rushing yards on 24 carries, averaging an impressive 1.1 yards per rush. They permitted 14 completions on 30 attempts for 189 yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 46.7%. Throughout the game, Pittsburgh executed 88 plays for a total of 503 yards, with their rushing game accounting for 172 yards on 43 carries—an average of 4.0 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Pittsburgh Panthers boast an average of 41.0 points per game. However, they are ranked 110th nationally in rushing yards, averaging just 116.0 yards per game. Overall, Pittsburgh has tallied 2,115 total yards this season, with 16 touchdowns through the air and 7 on the ground. Additionally, they have earned 103 first downs but have also faced setbacks with 37 penalties resulting in 324 lost yards. The team has turned the ball over 8 times.
Defensively, the Panthers rank 38th in the country for points allowed, conceding an average of 19.6 points per game. They limit opponents to an average of 1.7 yards per rush and 64.6 rushing yards per game, totaling only 323 rushing yards surrendered over 5 games. Through the air, the Panthers have given up 1,136 passing yards, placing them 64th in Division 1, with an average of 227.2 yards allowed per game and a completion percentage against of 63.5%. Overall, they allow 291.8 yards per game, ranking them 22nd in the nation, and they have conceded 7 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground.
The Florida State Seminoles also carry a 3-2 record this season. In their last outing, they faced a narrow defeat to the Miami Hurricanes, ending 28-22. Florida State rushed for 3.5 yards per attempt, totaling 132 yards from 38 carries. Overall, they amassed 404 yards and ran 83 plays, averaging 4.9 yards per play. The Seminoles’ secondary allowed a completion rate of 74.1%, yielding 241 yards on 20 of 27 passing, while their defense restricted runners to 97 yards on 32 attempts (3.0 yards per rush).
The Florida State offense is ranked 3rd in the nation, averaging an impressive 560.8 yards per game. However, the Seminoles have accumulated 228 yards from penalties on 22 infractions, ranking them 118th nationally. They average 295.4 rushing yards, totaling 1,477 yards on the ground this season. The offense has recorded 139 first downs but has struggled with turnovers, giving away 5 interceptions and 4 fumbles. In terms of scoring, they rank 5th in Division 1 with an average of 46.8 points per game. To date, Florida State has achieved 1,327 passing yards, averaging 265.4 yards per game through the air, placing them 39th nationally.
On defense, the Seminoles have allowed a total of 543 rushing yards (averaging 108.6 yards per game) and 4 rushing touchdowns this season. They have also given up 9 passing touchdowns and average 195.8 passing yards against them, ranking 48th in the nation. Altogether, they’ve allowed 104 points so far this season, recorded 0 fumbles recovered, and secured 6 interceptions. Their defense has been involved in 319 plays, ranking 40th in college football, and they allow 20.8 points per game, sitting at 46th in Division 1.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s clash between the Panthers and Seminoles against the spread?
Pick: Opt for the Seminoles -9.5
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