500 STRONG

This game-used Nike football comes from FSU’s 39-21 win over Colorado on September 27, 2008, marking Bobby Bowden’s 500th all-time game coached. He became just the third coach with 500 career games in major college football history. Played in Jacksonville, the game featured a dominant performance from RB Antone Smith, who rushed for 154 yards and three touchdowns, while the Seminole defense kept the Buffaloes in check. Though not all 500 games are officially recognized by the NCAA, this milestone was deeply meaningful for Bowden and the FSU faithful.