Oddsmakers have set the early line for the Alabama Crimson Tide’s season opener against the Florida State Seminoles, and the Crimson Tide are coming in as 11.5-point favorites over the Seminoles. The spread, released by The Next Round, reflects the expectations surrounding Alabama as they enter Year 2 under head coach Kalen DeBoer.
Florida State, meanwhile, is looking to bounce back from a rough 2024 season, where they finished 2-10 and struggled to find consistency. Despite playing at home in a newly renovated Doak Campbell Stadium, the Seminoles are sizable underdogs against an Alabama team that, while not dominant last year, still has the talent to compete at the highest level.
The matchup is one of the most anticipated games of Week 1, with both programs eager to make a statement. Alabama is coming off a season where it fell short of expectations, suffering losses to Vanderbilt and Oklahoma. DeBoer’s squad will be looking to start strong and prove they’re still a force in the SEC.
Florida State, on the other hand, has undergone major roster changes, bringing in over 30 newcomers and two new coordinators to turn things around. Head coach Mike Norvell is hoping the influx of talent will help the Seminoles regain their footing after their shocking drop-off from a 13-win season in 2023…