No. 3 Miami (4-0, 0-0 ACC) and No. 18 Florida State (3-1, 0-1 ACC) face off in a Week 6 “Battle for Florida” at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee.
This rivalry always carries extra weight, but it’s the first time since 2016 that both teams meet as ranked opponents. Miami enters undefeated and gaining national traction, while Florida State looks to rebound from a double-overtime road loss to Virginia.
Miami’s defense has been elite, allowing just 76.3 rushing yards per game (tied for eighth nationally) and led by DL Rueben Bain Jr. (22 tackles) and DB Bryce Fitzgerald (2 INTs). Offensively, QB Carson Beck has thrown for 972 yards and 7 touchdowns, while RB Mark Fletcher Jr. powers the ground game with 388 yards and 5 TDs.
Florida State’s offense has been explosive, averaging more than 50 points per game. QB Tommy Castellanos has totaled 848 passing yards, 4 TDs, and 217 rushing yards, forming a dangerous one-two punch on the ground with RB Gavin Sawchuk (234 yards, 6 TDs). WR Duce Robinson leads the receiving corps with 346 yards and provides the deep threat Miami must account for.
Despite Florida State’s offensive fireworks, their defense has struggled against power rushing attacks and tackling in space. That’s something Miami’s balanced offense will aim to exploit.
Prediction
This is a loaded matchup. Miami’s combination of defense and balanced offense gives them a slight edge, especially on the road. FSU will fight hard with the home crowd and their offensive explosiveness, and they may keep it close early. Expect Miami to win a tight one late.
Projected Score: Miami 30, Florida State 23
How to Watch Miami vs. Florida State
Kickoff for this rivalry game between Miami and Florida State is set for 7:30 PM Eastern at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee.
The game airs live on ABC and streams on the ABC and ESPN apps and websites.
You can watch the game for free on your local ABC affiliate with an antenna, or at no additional cost through most existing cable, satellite, or live-TV streaming packages.
If you’re a cord-cutter without an active livestreaming plan, you can watch the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo TV, or YouTube TV.
YouTube TV even offers a 20-minute free preview, without having to register for a trial — if you just want to catch part of the game.
Miami vs. Florida State
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM Eastern
Venue: Doak Campbell Stadium, Tallahassee, FL
TV: ABC
Streaming: ABC and ESPN apps and websites
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