Lightning Delays Florida State-Alabama Clash in Tuscaloosa

Severe weather forces a second lightning delay during the Florida State vs. Alabama football game in Tuscaloosa. Get the latest updates on the matchup.

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September 20, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Tuscaloosa, Alabama — A severe weather event has interrupted the college football showdown between No. 10 Alabama and Florida State, marking the second lightning delay of the day.

The game was halted with 2:36 remaining in the second quarter, with the Seminoles holding a 21-13 advantage. Earlier in the day, the scheduled 2:30 p.m. kickoff had already been pushed back by nearly two hours due to persistent thunderstorms in the region.

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Before the stoppage, Alabama had narrowed the deficit following a 12-play, 75-yard scoring drive that consumed 7:06 of the clock, culminating in a 21-yard touchdown pass from Keelon Russell to Cedarian Morgan. Florida State had previously established a 21-6 lead behind a touchdown pass and a rushing score from quarterback Ashton Daniels, along with a 12-yard touchdown run by Ousmane Kromah.

At the time of the delay, Russell had recorded 142 passing yards on 14-of-19 completions, while Alabama’s initial points came from Connor Talty’s successful 32-yard and 43-yard field goals. The Seminoles were prepared to receive the kickoff when officials cleared the field.

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