But the facts remain the same. The ACC holds every ounce of leverage, and Clemson and FSU saying they’ll stay in the league only under their terms is the ultimate walk-back, a desperation play. Which in turn means if the ACC goes along, it’s only offering those schools the dollar-lined off-ramp they’re desperately seeking.

Florida State put forth its most disappointing performance of the season on Saturday night as the Seminoles were ran over in Dallas to the tune of a 42-16 loss. It was one of the largest margins of defeat that FSU has faced in years under head coach Mike Norvell as a highly anticipated campaign in Tallahassee continues to go down the drain.

ACC foes match up when the No. 15 Clemson Tigers (3-1) and the Florida State Seminoles (1-4) play on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium. Keep scrolling to read more about Clemson vs.