# Alabama defeats Florida State 50-36

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/alabama-and-florida-state-college-football-matchup
> Updated: 2026-09-19T14:20:00.000Z. Sources: 23. Developments: 2.

No. 10 Alabama defeated Florida State 50-36 in a high-scoring matchup at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 19, 2026. Despite falling behind by an early 21-6 deficit, the Crimson Tide rallied to secure the victory, improving their season record to 3-0 and rising to No. 8 in the AP Top 25 Poll.

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell led the offensive surge, completing 23 of 30 passes for 320 yards and four total touchdowns (three passing, one rushing). His performance included a 57-yard rushing score in the second half. The Crimson Tide offense amassed 615 total yards, supported by a strong second-half rushing attack that averaged 10 yards per carry. Four different Alabama players—Trae'shawn Brown, Daniel Hill, Keelon Russell, and EJ Crowell—recorded at least 50 rushing yards.

Florida State quarterback Ashton Daniels accounted for four total touchdowns with 377 passing yards and two rushing scores, but also threw three interceptions. Duce Robinson recorded 135 receiving yards for the Seminoles. The loss drops Florida State to a 1-2 record.

The contest was marked by weather interruptions, including two lightning delays that forced the teams to skip halftime. Following the second weather delay, Alabama scored on five consecutive possessions to take control of the game. While the comeback was successful, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer noted defensive disappointments, specifically regarding big plays allowed by the unit.

## Claims

- Alabama defeated Kentucky 45-17 in their previous game. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Fanatics Markets lists Alabama as a 92% favorite to win against Florida State. (single source)
- Alabama is favored by 13.5 points in the matchup. (single source)
- The game is scheduled to take place at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (single source)
- Alabama enters the game with a 2-0 record. (single source)
- Florida State head coach Mike Norvell faces significant pressure following recent team performance. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Alabama rallies to defeat Florida State 50-36

No. 10 Alabama rallied from an early deficit to defeat Florida State 50-36, led by Keelon Russell's four touchdowns in a game interrupted by lightning delays.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alabama-hosts-florida-state-in-high-stakes-college-football-matchup

### 2026-09-16: Alabama Crimson Tide set to host Florida State in Week 3 rematch

No. 10 Alabama prepares to host Florida State in a Week 3 matchup, seeking revenge for last season's loss as running back Daniel Hill and quarterback Keelon Russell lead the Crimson Tide offense.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alabama-crimson-tide-prepares-for-florida-state-rematch

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