Alabama Crimson Tide set to host Florida State in Week 3 rematch

The Alabama Crimson Tide is preparing for a Week 3 matchup against the Florida State Seminoles at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 19. Alabama enters the game ranked No. 10 nationally with a 2-0 record, seeking to avenge a 31-17 loss to Florida State from the previous season.

Key storylines for the matchup include the performance of Alabama running back Daniel Hill, who has recorded 151 yards and three touchdowns through the first two games, and the development of quarterback Keelon Russell following a game against Kentucky marked by three first-half turnovers. Alabama's defensive secondary, featuring players like Zabien Brown and Bray Hubbard, will be tasked with containing Florida State's diverse receiving corps, led by Samuel Singleton Jr.

While Florida State enters the game with a 1-1 record following a loss to SMU, the program has faced recent administrative changes and a period of instability after losing seven of its final nine games last season. Alabama, under head coach Kalen DeBoer, aims to continue its upward trajectory following a successful run to the SEC Championship and College Football Playoff in the previous year.