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Florida State ends nearly three-year road drought under interim coach

Rick Stockstill secured his first win as interim head coach as the Seminoles defeated Boston College 31-24.

American football players in white and black uniforms competing on a green field during a night game
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At a glance

  • Florida State won 31-24 at Boston College
  • Rick Stockstill won his first game as interim head coach
  • The victory ended a nearly three-year road drought for the Seminoles

Florida State defeated Boston College 31-24, marking the Seminoles' first road victory in nearly three years. The win came in the debut of interim head coach Rick Stockstill.

The result ended a lengthy stretch without success away from home for the programme.

Why it matters

The road win represents a significant turnaround for Florida State after an extended period without success in away matches.

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