Clemson Tigers vs Florida State Seminoles Predictions

Clemson vs. Florida State odds

Florida State is a 6-point home favorite and -230 on the moneyline. Clemson is +6 and +190, while the total is 49.5 with the over at -112 and the under at -108. Those prices identify Florida State as the likely winner, but backing the Seminoles against the spread requires them to win by at least seven.

Absences weaken both sides

TigerNet lists Clemson wide receivers Gordon Sellars III and Cole Turner, running back David Eziomume, offensive lineman Mason Wade, defensive tackle Markus Strong, cornerbacks Corian Gipson and Shavar Young Jr., and safety Polo Anderson as out. The losses at receiver and in the secondary make Clemson difficult to trust as a 6-point underdog.

Kickoff Status, which reproduces the ACC availability report, lists Florida State running backs Ousmane Kromah and Samuel Singleton Jr., three defensive backs and four linebackers as out. Kicker Conor McAneney and defensive back K.J. Kirkland are questionable, while quarterback Malachi Marshall is available. Those defensive absences reduce the appeal of laying 6 points with the Seminoles.

Prediction and betting outlook

Florida State is the projected winner because the SPF market favors the Seminoles at home. However, no records, recent results, season statistics or confirmed starters are available to show that Florida State can cover the spread or justify a -230 moneyline. The absences alone don't establish value on Clemson or either side of the 49.5 total, so the betting lean is Pass.