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A look at how Florida State’s secondary is reshaping its approach under new leadership, emphasizing effort, unity, and strategic alignment.
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A look at how Florida State’s secondary is reshaping its approach under new leadership, emphasizing effort, unity, and strategic alignment.
With a 13-0 start in 2023 and a 5-7 record in 2025, the Seminoles are under intense pressure to rebound. Coach Mike Norvell's future, standout talent like Duce Robinson and Ashton Daniels, and a challenging slate of games against Alabama, Miami and Clemson will define the 2026 campaign.

The addition of Tom Herman to Florida State's staff comes as the program looks to reverse a recent slump, with his extensive coaching background offering a potential catalyst for improvement.

The Seminoles announce Tom Herman’s addition to their staff as they look to rebuild the offense after Gus Malzahn’s retirement.

The Seminoles announced the hiring of Tom Herman, a seasoned coach with a distinguished record, as part of their support staff, marking a strategic move aimed at bolstering quarterback development and offensive strategy.

After a distinguished tenure at Texas and a series of high‑profile roles, Tom Herman is slated to bolster Florida State’s staff for the 2026 campaign, aiming to lift the program out of consecutive losing seasons.

Florida State announces the addition of Tom Herman to its coaching staff for the 2026 season, bringing decades of offensive expertise after stints at Texas, Houston and Florida Atlantic.
Florida State announced the hiring of Tom Herman, a veteran offensive mind, to support head coach Mike Norvell and offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. The move comes as the program integrates 57 new players and seeks to rebound from a 7-17 record over the past two seasons.

Tom Herman, a veteran coach with a national championship pedigree, is set to join Florida State's football staff, raising questions about his upcoming role.

After stints as a head coach at Houston, Texas and Florida Atlantic, Tom Herman is now an assistant at Florida State, where he will work under Mike Norvell amid a shifting offensive landscape.

The launch of College Football 27 sparked a player revolt over microtransactions, forcing EA Sports to pull the paid features within a day. The incident highlights wider financial pressures in college athletics, from billion‑dollar broadcast deals to eligibility rule changes.

Florida State head coach Mike Norvell announced that former Texas and Houston head coach Tom Herman will transition into a support role, bringing decades of championship experience to the program.

With the 2026 season looming, Florida State's coaching staff and standout athletes share their vision for a team built on experience, new talent and renewed ambition.

Six weeks remain before the 2026 college football season kicks off, and Florida State is already in the thick of preparation.
After a 7‑17 record over the past two seasons, Florida State appoints Tom Herman as an assistant under head coach Mike Norvell, installs Ashton Daniels as the starting quarterback, welcomes back wide receiver Duce Robinson, and leans on defensive coordinator Tony White to revamp a unit ranked 28th nationally.

Analysts Bobby Carpenter and Bill Bender dissect the 2026 ACC football landscape, spotlighting Mario Cristobal’s rise, Dabo Swinney’s challenges at Clemson, and the emergence of dark‑horse teams, while Tom Herman’s move to Florida State adds another layer to the narrative.

After lucrative contracts at Texas, Houston and Florida Atlantic, Tom Herman now earns $25 per hour assisting Florida State's defense, marking a striking shift in his career.

Both the Longhorns and the Aggies boast top‑ranked classes, Heisman‑caliber talent and budgets that exceed $30 million, making their annual clash a national narrative.

The Seminoles announce the addition of Tom Herman to their staff, where he will work closely with defensive coordinator Tony White to stress-test and refine defensive concepts ahead of the 2026 campaign.

A detailed look at the 2013 negotiations that nearly brought Nick Saban to Texas, the $100 million contract offer, and the lasting impact on both programs.

Steve Sarkisian has turned the Texas Longhorns into a consistent SEC contender, leveraging roster retention, transfer portal success, and top recruiting to chase a national championship.

The growing rivalry between LSU and Texas is shaped by recruiting battles, geographic closeness, and the intertwined histories of coaches Steve Sarkisian and Ed Orgeron.
Shawn Eichorst, the newly appointed athletic director at the University of Wisconsin, outlines his priorities, drawing on his Texas and Nebraska experience to guide the Badgers' football program.
Florida Atlantic University has filed a lawsuit against four former football players, alleging violations of their name, image and likeness contracts after they entered the transfer portal and committed to new programs.