Mike Norvell’s second stint as head coach at Florida State University has been marked by a steep decline, with the Seminoles posting a 2‑10 record in 2023 and a 5‑7 mark in 2024 after a high‑water mark of 13‑1 just a few years earlier.
The Athletic’s Chris Vannini recently placed Norvell fifth among 138 FBS coaches in his coaching tiers, labeling the Seminoles leader as part of an “up and down” cohort that also includes Tim Albin of Charlotte and Fran Brown of Syracuse.
Norvell’s résumé includes a perfect regular‑season run in 2023 and a conference championship at Memphis in 2019, achievements that have helped shield him from an even lower ranking despite the recent downturn.
The 2026 Schedule and Broadcast Details
The Seminoles are slated to open the season against the New Mexico State Aggies on August 29, 2026, a game that will be televised on the CW Network at 7 p.m. Eastern Time. The matchup represents a critical test for Norvell as he attempts to reverse the program’s downward trend.
With the eyes of fans, analysts and the broader college‑football community on him, Norvell’s next steps will be closely watched, especially as the team looks to rebuild around a roster that still carries the promise of a turnaround.