Florida State adds Tom Herman to coaching staff for 2026 season
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 12:04 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Florida State has hired Tom Herman as part of its coaching staff for the 2026 season, as confirmed by ESPN. Herman, a former Texas head coach known for his offensive prowess, joins a Seminoles team aiming to improve after a 7-17 record in the previous two years. His expertise is expected to assist head coach Mike Norvell and newly appointed offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. in managing play-calling duties. The addition comes as the team integrates 57 new players and multiple coaching changes ahead of their upcoming season opener against New Mexico State on August 29.
- •Tom Herman joins Florida State's coaching staff for 2026 season.
- •FSU aims to improve after a 7-17 record over the last two seasons.
- •Herman previously coached at Texas and is known for offensive strategy.
- •The Seminoles begin their season against New Mexico State on August 29.
- 12:04 AMESPN NCAAF — Source: Herman joins Florida St. coaching staff
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — FSU football reportedly hires former Texas coach Tom Herman as assistant
- 9:27 PMCBS Sports — Florida State set to hire former Texas coach Tom Herman in support staff role ahead of 2026 season
"Florida State is Tom Herman to its coaching staff for the 2026 season, a source confirmed to ESPN.
"Florida State football is adding former Texas head coach Tom Herman to its coaching staff
"The Seminoles' offensive transition this offseason continues with a familiar name
Sources
External links- ESPN NCAAFJul 14, 2026, 12:04 AMSource: Herman joins Florida St. coaching staff
Florida State is Tom Herman to its coaching staff for the 2026 season, a source confirmed to ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 11:12 PMFSU football reportedly hires former Texas coach Tom Herman as assistant
Florida State football is adding former Texas head coach Tom Herman to its coaching staff
- CBS SportsJul 13, 2026, 9:27 PMFlorida State set to hire former Texas coach Tom Herman in support staff role ahead of 2026 season
The Seminoles' offensive transition this offseason continues with a familiar name
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