The FSU Seminoles beat the New Mexico State Aggies on Saturday, opening up the 2026 seaosn with a 34-17 win in Doak Campbell Stadium that didn’t encourage confidence within the fan base.
Regardless of that, Florida State did earn the win and is aware of the place they should enhance forward of their large Week 1 showdown with the SMU Mustangs. One participant who did shine was operating again Samuel Singleton Jr., who seemed like somebody the Seminoles have to feed transferring ahead.
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He excelled as a runner, receiver, and returner within the sport and was chosen to interrupt the rock after the sport. He completed the sport with 9 carries for 42 yards and a landing, 4 receptions for 54 yards and one other, and 68 return yards, together with a 46-yard kickoff return.
The Seminoles overhauled their roster over the offseason, including gamers to enhance their returning gamers like Singleton, and 26 gamers made their FSU debut. The group included true freshmen huge receiver/returner Jasen Lopez, linebackers Izayia Williams and Daylen Inexperienced, and defesive again Jordan Crutchfield.
With 69 performs on offense and 66 on protection, here’s a have a look at the whole snap depend for the Seminoles, by way of Professional Soccer Focus.
Quarterback
Aug 29, 2026; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) throws downfield through the fourth quarter towards New Mexico State at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Necessary Credit score: Melina Myers-Imagn Photos
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Operating Again
Florida State Seminoles operating again Samuel Singleton Jr. (3) sprints in direction of the top zone. The Florida State Seminoles defeated the New Mexico State Aggies 34-17 at Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Extensive Receiver
Aug 29, 2026; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State huge receiver Duce Robinson (0) stands on the sphere through the first quarter towards New Mexico State at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Necessary Credit score: Melina Myers-Imagn Photos
Tight Finish
Aug 29, 2026; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State tight finish Landen Thomas (18) runs for a acquire previous New Mexico State linebacker Sone Aupiu (14) through the fourth quarter at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Necessary Credit score: Melina Myers-Imagn Photos
Offensive Line
Florida State Seminoles quarterback Ashton Daniels (14) calls a play earlier than the snap. The Florida State Seminoles lead the New Mexico State Aggies 17-7 on the half on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Defensive Line
Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Rylan Kennedy (15) and New Mexico State Aggies operating again TJ Washington Jr. (0) eye the ball because it soars via the air. The Florida State Seminoles defeated the New Mexico State Aggies 34-17 at Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Linebacker
Florida State Seminoles linebacker Chris Jones (10) celebrates a deal with. The Florida State Seminoles defeated the New Mexico State Aggies 34-17 at Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
Defensive Again
Florida State Seminoles defensive back Ja’bril Rawls (6) and Florida State Seminoles defensive back Ashlynd Barker (7) wag their fingers after [reventing a pass from being completed. The Florida State Seminoles defeated the New Mexico State Aggies 34-17 at Doak Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
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This article originally appeared on FSU Wire: Snap counts from FSU’s win over New Mexico State
