Seminoles Beat Virginia in ACC Championship Race

Florida State University’s football team, the Seminoles, secured a hard-fought victory over the University of Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday, October 4, 2026, at Doak Campbell Stadium. The win keeps the Seminoles firmly in contention for the ACC championship.

The Seminole defense set an aggressive tone early, disrupting Virginia’s offensive timing and forcing hurried passes. This early success dictated the game’s tempo and prevented the Cavaliers from establishing a rhythm.

Despite a determined second-half push from Virginia, Florida State demonstrated clutch execution. The team converted crucial third downs to extend drives, draining valuable clock time and thwarting the Cavaliers’ comeback attempts.

This gritty win positions the Seminoles strongly in the ACC race as they head into a demanding stretch of conference matchups.