No. 3 Miami hosts Florida State as a 3-touchdown favorite in Saturday night rivalry game

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami is set to host Florida State in a highly anticipated college football rivalry game. The third-ranked Hurricanes (5-0, 3-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) are favored by three touchdowns over the unranked Seminoles (3-3, 1-2). Miami coach Mario Cristobal and Florida State coach Mike Norvell both see this matchup as the pinnacle of college football.

Florida State, with one of the worst records over the past three years, is experiencing a significant downturn, while Miami boasts one of the best records in that span. Miami's recent performance is impressive, leading the nation in points per game, yards per game, and yards per play. The rivalry between the two teams is characterized by back-and-forth outcomes, with 18 of the last 25 meetings decided by eight points or less.

Florida State, despite having a talented roster and several NFL prospects, has struggled recently, losing crucial games and failing to advance in the College Football Playoff. Miami, on the other hand, has been dominant, with a superb season and standout players such as quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Vandrevius Jacobs.