Florida State Seminoles are planning to make a huge significant change just weeks before they play Alabama originally appeared on A to Z Sports.

Nov 30, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jam Miller (26) runs the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second half at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 28-14. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images / Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

FSU will start tearing up the turf at Doak Campbell Stadium on Aug. 19, replacing it with a 'lay and play' surface that is immediately playable

Preview the Alabama Crimson Tide's college football week 1 matchup with Florida State, including live stream, TV channel, odds, and game information.

Alabama's football team, once college football's most dominant force with six national championships in 12 seasons, is aiming to reclaim its top status by 2025.

Florida State football now know the QB they will face in the week one showdown vs. Alabama, with Ty Simpson reportedly named the starter.

Following Saturday's practice, FSU wide receivers coach and pass-game coordinator Tim Harris Jr. discussed his unit, lauding the chemistry the group has with quarterback Tommy Castellanos, as well as one standout athlete who he expects to have a breakout season.

Even with a player like Milroe under center, Alabama still went 9-4 in 2024. Head coach Kalen DeBoer enters year two after missing the College Football Playoff, and received some unfortunate news on a starter from last year.

The school confirmed Monday morning that, in addition to the $265 million renovation to the Seminoles’ stadium, the playing field is being replaced in time for FSU’s hugely-anticipated season opener against Alabama on Aug.