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Predicting ACC football scores in Week 6: FSU looks to keep momentum vs. Louisville

Florida State enters Week 6 of ACC play on a roll, looking to extend its momentum with a visit to Louisville—a team that has stumbled after a strong start. The Cardinals, once a top offensive unit in the conference, have dropped two straight games and now sit at 2-3, with quarterback Lincoln Kienholz listed as probable but nursing an injury.

Meanwhile, Florida State’s dynamic quarterback Ashton Daniels has become a dual threat, both through the air and on the ground, while head coach Mike Norvell’s squad has shown resilience after a recent win over Virginia. The Seminoles’ defense, paired with Louisville’s shaky secondary, could spell trouble for the Cardinals, who rank last in the ACC in defense despite their explosive offense.

The game in Louisville could hinge on whether Kienholz can stay healthy and keep his team’s high-powered attack alive, or if Florida State’s balanced attack and disciplined defense will take control in a close matchup.

Elsewhere in the ACC, Pittsburgh makes its first appearance in the rankings this season, facing a North Carolina team that has lost its last two games. The Panthers’ offense will be tested without star quarterback Mason Heintschel, who suffered a season-ending injury against Virginia Tech, leaving Holden Geriner to lead the charge.

North Carolina, meanwhile, has shown flashes of competitiveness but has yet to recover from back-to-back losses, including a narrow miss against Clemson and a tough fight against Notre Dame. With both teams boasting strong defenses, the game could come down to Pitt’s ability to sustain its offensive production without Heintschel’s playmaking, while North Carolina looks to bounce back with a win in a critical conference matchup.

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