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Cardinals Fall 35-24 Against Florida State - Game Recap

The Cardinals had no answer for Cam Akers on Saturday as the Seminoles rolled to a 35-24 win at Doak Campbell Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Seminoles were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 61.0.

Cam Akers rushed for 112 yards, while Alex Hornibrook added 18 yards in the win. Keyshawn Helton and Tamorrion Terry added 96 and 73 receiving yards respectively.

Hassan Hall rushed for 57 yards for Louisville, while Javian Hawkins added 52 yards. Malik Cunningham threw for 286 yards for the Cardinals, while receivers Dez Fitzpatrick and Chatarius Atwell had 133 and 69 yards respectively.

Florida State outgained Louisville 522-410 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 26-18 by the Seminoles.

The time of possession battle favored Louisville as their offense was on the field for 33:42, longer than the 26:18 of their opponents.

Florida State heads into a Week 5 battle against North Carolina State. Louisville, meanwhile, will have their next action against Boston College.