Virginia Cavaliers Fall to Florida State Seminoles in ACC Road Opener
The Virginia Cavaliers football team lost their ACC road opener 38-7 against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. After an early 7-0 lead, Virginia conceded 38 unanswered points due to struggles with missed tackles, dropped…
Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, October 4, 2026 — The Virginia Cavaliers football team opened their Atlantic Coast Conference schedule with a 38-7 road loss to the Florida State Seminoles. The matchup took place at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida.
Virginia initially took a 7-0 lead in the contest. However, the Cavaliers were unable to maintain momentum, conceding 38 unanswered points to the Seminoles. The team’s performance was marked by significant challenges, including missed tackles, dropped passes, and consistent offensive pressure that hindered their ability to score further.
Florida State’s quarterback, Ashton Daniels, was a key figure in his team’s victory, delivering a dominant performance that included multiple rushing touchdowns. The Seminoles’ ability to capitalize on Virginia’s struggles ultimately secured their decisive win.
The loss places Virginia at 0-1 in conference play. The specific factors contributing to the 38 unanswered points and the exact timeline of Florida State’s scoring were not detailed beyond the early lead held by Virginia.
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