FSU vs. Miami: How do Seminoles and Hurricanes stack up? Preview, breakdown, prediction

FSU and Miami are playing a primetime game on Saturday at 7:30 pm inside Hard Rock Stadium. Last season, FSU won the game 31-28 in Tallahassee. This season's game is a reflection of the Seminoles' improvement and the Hurricanes' disappointing debut season. Adam Lichtenstein of Sun-Sentinel gives insight into the team's opponents.

FSU and Miami are playing each other on Saturday night. The game is a must-win for both teams. Mario Cristobal's team is 4-4 after eight games. He has succeeded in recruiting the 2022 class and the 2023 class. On the field, they are underperforming.

Miami's defense has been inconsistent this season. They held Virginia to 12 points and UNC to 27, but they also allowed 45 to Duke and Middle Tennessee. The better games are probably closer to the talent level of the defense. They have been better on the big play side of things lately.

Leonard Taylor played 30 snaps last week, which was a season-high for him. The defensive line is the strength of the Miami defense. Jake Lichtenstein, Mitchell Agude, Akheem Mesidor, Antonio Moultrie, and other young players are playing well on the line.

FSU and Miami are playing each other on Saturday. Miami's defense has been susceptible to explosive plays. There have been some busted coverages where people get mixed up and receivers get past.

FSU and Miami are playing each other on Saturday. Tyler Van Dyke and Jake Garcia have struggled this year. Garcia is probably going to start again. There are four games left in the season and it's Tyler's team.

Xavier Restrepo is back from injury and should be able to play for Miami. He played a few snaps last week. If he's healthy and okay, he can be a dangerous weapon in the slot receiver role.

Henry Parrish Jr is the new go-to back for the Miami Hurricanes. Jaylan Knighton hasn't had a great game this year and had some issues with fumbles.

FSU and Miami are playing each other on Saturday. FSU's offensive line is banged up, but they did better last week. Miami's defensive line has been decent, especially in run blocking.

Florida State and Miami are playing each other on Saturday. Miami won last week, but their offense was poor. Tomahawk Nation podcast channel features insider Seminoles recruiting, football, basketball, baseball, softball, and soccer analysis and commentary. It's hosted by staff writers Tim Alumbaugh, Matt Minnick, Michael Rogner, Brian Pellerin, Max Escarpio and Ben Meyerson.