Florida State offensive line coaches discuss unit ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
With 11 days until the season opener, Florida State's offensive line has garnered attention during fall camp. O-line coach Herb Hand and veteran lineman Nate Pabst spoke with local media about the team's progress. Hand noted that while a starting lineup is not yet set, he is optimistic about the team's development. Pabst highlighted the importance of performing consistently regardless of circumstances and mentioned personal growth since his arrival in Tallahassee. The Seminoles aim to establish a physical running game as the foundation of their offense.
- •Florida State's offensive line showing notable progress heading into the season.
- •Coach Herb Hand emphasizes a downhill running game as the team's identity.
- •Veteran lineman Nate Pabst cites growth and consistency as vital attributes.
- •No starting five has been established yet as evaluations continue.
- •Coaching focuses on a 'give-a-crap' mentality among players.
- 10:21 PMYahoo Sports — 'Nothing set in stone' on FSU football's O-line, but Herb Hand likes what he sees
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Herb Hand, Nate Pabst talk FSU offensive line ahead of season opener: “I like the way that the unit’s coming together”
"Florida State’s offensive line has been one of the most talked-about position groups through fall camp, and on Wednesday, both O-line coach Herb Hand and veteran lineman Nate Pabst met with local media to break down where the room stands with 11 days to go until the Seminoles open the season. Hand wasn’t ready to […]
"Florida State football's offensive line is ready, even if Herb Hand isn't ready to show his hand before the Seminoles' season opener.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 10:21 PM'Nothing set in stone' on FSU football's O-line, but Herb Hand likes what he sees
Florida State football's offensive line is ready, even if Herb Hand isn't ready to show his hand before the Seminoles' season opener.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 9:37 PMHerb Hand, Nate Pabst talk FSU offensive line ahead of season opener: “I like the way that the unit’s coming together”
Florida State’s offensive line has been one of the most talked-about position groups through fall camp, and on Wednesday, both O-line coach Herb Hand and veteran lineman Nate Pabst met with local media to break down where the room stands with 11 days to go until the Seminoles open the season. Hand wasn’t ready to […]
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