Florida State Football Coach Mike Norvell Facing Pressure Ahead of Alabama Game

Florida State head coach Mike Norvell is reportedly under increasing pressure, with speculation mounting that Saturday's game against Alabama could be his last with the Seminoles. The team is a significant underdog heading into the Week 3 matchup.

Just under three years ago, Norvell was celebrated for guiding Florida State to an undefeated regular season and leading the team's pushback against the College Football Playoff selection committee. However, the current sentiment in Tallahassee appears to have shifted, with reports of moving trucks seen outside Norvell's home and the Seminoles facing a 20.5-point spread against Alabama.

Meanwhile, Alabama, under coach Kalen DeBoer, has shown early season strength. After facing scrutiny in his first two seasons, DeBoer has led the Crimson Tide to decisive victories over East Carolina (48-10) and Kentucky (45-17). Quarterback Keelon Russell, despite being a redshirt freshman, has benefited from the team's strong defensive performance.

The outlook for Florida State's defense appears challenging. In their recent game against SMU, the Seminoles' defense allowed 585 yards of offense, including 430 passing yards, and the Mustangs averaged 8.7 yards per play. The defense also struggled against New Mexico State in Week 0.

The Seminoles' offense also presents concerns. While their running game remains a strength, quarterback Ashton Daniels has encountered difficulties moving the ball through the air in his initial starts. The team's offensive predictability and defensive struggles could make their task against Alabama particularly difficult, especially with Norvell's job security reportedly on the line.

The betting prediction favors Alabama, with the recommendation being to bet on Alabama covering the 20.5-point spread.