Tony White accepts blame for FSU defense after Alabama loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Florida State's defensive coordinator Tony White took responsibility for the team's defensive troubles following a loss to Alabama on September 21. The Seminoles surrendered 567 yards, allowing Alabama to score on nine consecutive possessions. White noted defensive breakdowns mirrored previous failures against Virginia last season. Florida State's record stands at 1-2 after three games, with the team allowing 1,471 total yards and 94 points. White emphasized the focus is on correcting mistakes ahead of the team's next game against Central Arkansas on September 27.
- •Tony White blames himself for defensive failures against Alabama.
- •FSU allowed Alabama to score on nine straight possessions.
- •Seminoles have a 1-2 record after three games this season.
- •Next game is against Central Arkansas on September 27.
- •FSU's defense ranks 117th in pressure rate nationally.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Tony White takes responsibility for FSU defense
"Defensive coordinator Tony White says he is to blame for Florida State's defensive struggles against Alabama.
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