The Seminoles rushing attack has struggled to this point. FSU just hasn’t gotten the production that was expected heading into the year, especially with such a loaded backfield. As a team, FSU totaled just 76 yards on the ground against Louisville. With 31 attempts, that’s a measly 2.5 yards a carry.
On the contrary, Florida State’s passing game exploded in the second half, leading some to believe that the ‘Noles should be more pass happy moving forward. Offensive coordinator Walt Bell maintains that the numbers don’t necessarily tell the whole story, and the reason for explosive passes was partially due to their commitment to the run game.