{
  "id": 8272239,
  "title": "Joel Klatt predicts a rough afternoon ahead for FSU vs Alabama",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/joel-klatt-predicts-a-rough-afternoon-ahead-for-fsu-vs-alabama",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T16:50:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/joel-klatt-predicts-rough-afternoon-165026943.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt foresees a challenging game for Florida State against Alabama Crimson Tide. Klatt predicted Alabama to triumph 38-10 and cover a 19.5-point spread in their upcoming matchup on Saturday. Both teams are moving in different directions: Florida State is 1-1 after a home loss to SMU, while Alabama improved to 2-0 with a road win over Kentucky.\n\nKlatt suggested Florida State is currently in distress, citing the departure of Mike Norvell and the recent firing of athletics director Michael Alford, with Bruce Warwick stepping in as interim. Concerning FSU's offense, Klatt doubts the Seminoles can effectively establish their rushing attack against Alabama. The team has relied on running backs Ousmane Kromah and Samuel Singleton Jr. so far, with quarterbacks Ashton Daniels and the passing game yet to consistently score impressive plays. Against SMU, FSU gathered 199 rushing yards but only 125 through the air.\n\nHowever, Klatt was more optimistic about Alabama's performance in the second half of their game against Kentucky. The Crimson Tide trailed 17-13 at halftime but scored 32 unanswered points, rushing 155 yards overall and holding the Wildcats to just 62 total yards after halftime. This could signify a crucial turning point for Alabama’s freshman quarterback Keelon Russell and their offense, particularly if they can maintain a balance between running and passing plays.\n\nAdditionally, Klatt noted the added incentive of a revenge element in Saturday's game. Florida State defeated Alabama 31-17 in Tallahassee to start the 2025 season, and Klatt believes this should eliminate any doubt about the Crimson Tide overlooking the Seminoles. The Florida State and Alabama game will kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC at Bryant-Denny Stadium.",
  "summary": "Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt predicts a decisive Alabama victory over Florida State and expects the Crimson Tide to cover the spread in Tuscaloosa.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}