Florida State interim coach Rick Stockstill leads Seminoles to win in debut, ends road losing streak

Florida State beat Boston College 31-24 in Rick Stockstill’s first game as interim coach, ending a road losing streak that dated back to 25 November 2023. The win came after the school dismissed Mike Norvell and gave Stockstill, a former Seminoles quarterback, a successful start in charge.

With the score level at 24, Florida State drove 90 yards over 14 plays, and Amari Thomas scored an 11-yard touchdown with 2:29 remaining; he also had a 20-yard rushing score. The Seminoles had trailed 17-7 in the second quarter before scoring twice late in the half. Ashton Daniels threw for 178 yards and an interception, while Boston College’s Mason McKenzie passed for 166 yards, two touchdowns and an interception.