What FSU head coach Mike Norvell said after SMU loss

FSU head coach Mike Norvell addressed his team's loss to SMU in a post-game press conference. Norvell acknowledged that the Seminoles struggled to capitalize on turnovers, which proved costly in the 27-24 defeat. He emphasized the need for the offense to create points off takeaways, stating that having four turnovers and only seven points from them was a concern.

Norvell also commended the defense for creating takeaways but stressed that the team must better utilize these opportunities. Despite the loss, Norvell praised the special teams' efforts, particularly recovering a muffed kick and forcing a takeaway. He highlighted the quarterback's performance, noting that he extended some plays but at times made it easy for SMU.

Norvell addressed concerns about the team's running style, explaining that they aimed to balance runs and passes while improving consistency. He also discussed the 3rd down defense, attributing inconsistencies to player and coaching factors. Finally, Norvell explained the team's decision to play despite a common trend of close losses, prioritizing player safety and facility preparations.