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Florida State needs a road win against rival Florida to become bowl eligible.

The Florida Gators are in a coach search after firing Billy Napier, while FSU plans to retain Mike Norvell.

FSU's defense must prepare for Florida's talented sophomore quarterback, DJ Lagway.

It is rivalry week as Florida State football prepares for another Sunshine State Showdown against longtime rival Florida at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Ben Hill Stadium in Gainesville.

Each program has pressing issues.

The Gators will finish with a losing record and are in the middle of a head-coaching search. FSU (5-5, 2-6 ACC) , which announced earlier this week it will retain head coach Mike Norvell , needs a win to gain bowl eligibility.

Ironically, FSU's last road win was at UF two yea

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