Texas Tech vs. Florida State

Friday, December 23, 1977, Tangerine Bowl Share

No. 19 Florida State beat Texas Tech 40–⁠17. It was their fourth meeting; after it, Florida State led the series 3–⁠1.

Neutral siteTexas Tech7–⁠5 in 1977

Neutral site19Florida State10–⁠2 in 1977

FinalTV: MizlouAttendance 44,502Payout $190,000 per school (Wikipedia)

MVP Jimmy Jordan (Florida State (offensive & overall))Wikipedia

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Florida State 56% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Florida State leads 4–⁠1 in five meetings, counting the one since this game.