Florida State’s defensive backfield takes a significant hit ahead of its matchup against Clemson, with starting cornerback Quindarrius Jones officially ruled out for the October 31 contest. Jones, who had returned to the lineup for games against Virginia, Louisville, and Miami after missing two earlier fixtures, is listed as out on the first injury report released on October 28. His absence leaves the Seminoles (3-4, 1-3 ACC) without a critical piece of their secondary as they host the Tigers (4-3, 2-2 ACC) at 7 p.m. on the ACC Network.
Seminoles lose key defensive starter and leading rusher as Tigers prepare for ACC clash
The injury news compounds an already devastating loss for FSU’s offensive attack, as leading rusher Ousmane Kromah is also listed as out following a season-ending fracture and dislocation in his left ankle sustained against Miami on October 17. While starting linebackers Chris Jones and Omar Graham Jr. are listed as probable, the Seminoles will be without their primary playmakers in the backfield and a key defensive anchor. Chris Jones, FSU’s leading tackler, remains a vital presence on the field, but the team must navigate this week’s challenge with a depleted roster.
On the Clemson side, the injury report shows a more manageable situation, with backup wide receiver Gordon Sellars III listed as questionable due to a concussion. The Tigers enter the game with their core offensive weapons available, giving head coach Dabo Swinney’s squad a potential edge in personnel depth. As both teams look to improve their ACC standings, the absence of FSU’s top defensive and offensive talents could prove decisive in a matchup where every play counts.
Source: Yahoo Sports
