Paul Finebaum makes stunning statement about FSU football nobody saw coming

Paul Finebaum gave a strong statement about FSU after their impressive 2-0 start.
Jan 6, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; ESPN broadcaster Paul Finebaum during media day at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Jan 6, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; ESPN broadcaster Paul Finebaum during media day at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images

The Florida State Seminoles have been doing everything right in the last two weeks.

They took down No. 8 Alabama on Labor Day weekend in convincing fashion and decimated FCS squad East Texas A&M by 74 points.

With this gained notoriety, the Seminoles have gained the attention of friendly and not-so-friendly media personalities such as Paul Finebaum, who has provided his vote of confidence for FSU.

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But is that a good thing?

For those who are familiar with the stock market, you might know the name Jim Cramer. People often bet the opposite of Kramer's predictions, making "Inverse Cramer" a popular exchange traded fund (ETF).

Hopefully for FSU fans, Finebaum's predictions do not model those of Cramer's, because the ESPN personality is "In" on Florida State.

What Did Paul Finebaum Have To Say About FSU Football's Recent Success?

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Oct 5, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; SEC Nation analyst Paul Finebaum looks on prior to the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Missouri Tigers at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images. | Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Here's what ESPN's Paul Finebaum had to say about Florida State following their 2-0 start with an impressive resume.

"But Florida State is back, mark it down right here," Finebaum said. "Sell all your stock in everything else. They have a long way to go, but I think Mike Norvell re-stocked his roster and they are looking legitimate. They do have a couple of big games ahead, though."

The potential problem with Finebaum's approval was his initial adamant belief that the SEC and its high-profile players, such as Texas, Alabama, and Arch Manning, would dominate the opening weekend.

However, that was not the case.

Now that Finebaum is in FSU's corner, Seminole fans will be hoping that Inverse Finebaum doesn't perform well in the stock market.

The Seminoles have a bye week before taking on the Kent State Golden Flashes on Sept. 20 at 3:30 ET in Tallahassee, and then travel to Charlottesville, Virginia, to face UVA on Friday night, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. ET.

What Is FSU's Schedule For The Remainder Of The Season?

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Nov 4, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; A Florida State Seminoles helmet on the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Week 1: vs. Alabama, Win, 31-17

Week 2: vs. East Texas A&M, Win, 77-3

Week 3: Bye

Week 4: vs. Kent State

Week 5: at Virginia

Week 6: vs. Miami

Week 7: vs. Pitt

Week 8: at Stanford

Week 9: Bye

Week 10: vs. Wake Forest

Week 11: at Clemson

Week 12: vs. Virginia Tech

Week 13: at NC State

Week 14: at Florida

2-0 Overall, 0-0 in Conference Play


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Jackson Bakich
JACKSON BAKICH

Born in Orlando but raised in Lake County, Florida, Jackson Bakich is currently a senior at Florida State University. Growing up in the Sunshine State, Bakich co-hosted the political talk radio show "Lake County Roundtable" (WLBE) and was a frequent guest for "Lake County Sports Show" (WQBQ). Currently, he is the Sports Editor of the FSView and host of "Tomahawk Talk" (WVFS), a sports talk radio program covering Florida State athletics in Tallahassee.

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