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Power outage delays Florida State-? Game, Fans Light Phones

9/8/2026

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Florida State coach Mike Norvell and coach Rhett Lashlee delayed the game after a power outage disabled lights and audio.
East-side lights returned while the opposite side stayed dark, prompting fans to light phones, wave, and chant during the delay.
Florida State ruled Blake Nichelson out, listed four players doubtful, and debuted its 2026 gold-helmet, garnet-jersey home uniform.

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Florida State coach Mike Norvell and coach Rhett Lashlee delayed the game after a power outage disabled lights and audio.
East-side lights returned while the opposite side stayed dark, prompting fans to light phones, wave, and chant during the delay.
Florida State ruled Blake Nichelson out, listed four players doubtful, and debuted its 2026 gold-helmet, garnet-jersey home uniform.