Florida State vs. Houston

Yes, Houston is great again defensively. The Cougars are giving up only 59.3 points a game, fourth-best in the nation. Still, this is way too many points for the Cougars to lay against an explosive Atlantic Coast Conference opponent in Florida State. The Seminoles are averaging 86.5 points per game. A big reason for this point spread being so large is that the Seminoles have hit a rough patch with back-to-back losses to Georgia and Texas A&M. Florida State had opened 5-1 under first-year head coach Luke Loucks, with the only loss coming to defending national champion Florida on the road. The Seminoles were 17.5 underdogs against the Gators and only lost, 78-76. The Seminoles can throw that same scare into Houston because of its experienced roster, offensive talent, and ability to push tempo in transition. Take Florida State.