['Florida State opens the 2025 season Saturday night at Doak Campbell Stadium against New Mexico State, with both programs looking to set the tone in a Week Zero kickoff.', "For the Seminoles, a season opener at home under the lights is a chance to re-establish Doak Campbell as one of college football's most intimidating stages. For New Mexico State, the opportunity is straightforward and enormous — walk into a Power Four venue on opening weekend and announce yourself to the rest of the country.", 'Week Zero is about momentum. One team will leave Tallahassee with a foundation to build on; the other will spend the next week answering questions before the schedule ramps up. Kickoff is set for 7:00 PM EDT on August 29th.']
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