No. 19 SMU defeated Florida State 27-24. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The game took place on September 7, 2026, in Tallahassee, Florida. SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings (No. 7) threw passes in the first half. Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels (No. 14) rushed for a touchdown in the first half. SMU wide receiver Jalen Cooper caught a touchdown pass in the first half.
Before the game, there was a blackout at Florida State's stadium, causing a delay. The stadium scoreboard displayed a message about the delay.
SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee talked to Jennings during the game. Florida State offensive lineman Xavier Chaplin (No. 77) lined up against SMU defensive end Ira Singleton IV (No. 9).
At the end of the game, Nick Reed's field goal secured the victory for SMU. The match was part of the NCAA football league.