FSU Football Opens Double-Digit Favorite Over Wake Forest Despite Recent Struggles

Florida State University (FSU) football is entering a critical matchup against Wake Forest as favorites despite a challenging recent performance, including a four-game losing streak and a program-record nine consecutive ACC losses. FSU opened as an 8.5 to 9.5 point favorite in betting lines, which has surprised many bettors given the Seminoles' struggles, including injuries, penalties, and turnovers that have hampered their offense. Wake Forest, meanwhile, has been on a three-game winning streak, overcoming injuries at the quarterback position and beating teams like SMU, which had a strong ACC record before their loss. Analysts suggest that if FSU can play a clean game, minimizing penalties and turnovers, they have a good chance to cover the spread or even win outright due to their better matchups and recent recovery time from injuries. Despite skepticism among fans and players about the team's motivation under head coach Mike Norvell, sportsbooks and experts maintain confidence in FSU's potential to snap their losing streak at home. The game is set for Saturday night at Doak Campbell Stadium, where FSU hopes to secure their first ACC win of the season against a rising Wake Forest team.