Florida State Hires Gus Malzahn as Offensive Coordinator

Florida State University has made significant coaching changes following a disappointing 2-10 season, hiring Gus Malzahn as their new offensive coordinator after he resigned from the University of Central Florida (UCF). Malzahn, who has a record of 28-24 at UCF and previously coached at Auburn, is expected to take over play-calling duties from Mike Norvell, who is under pressure to improve an offense ranked among the lowest in the nation. Meanwhile, UCF is now in search of a new head coach for the fourth time in ten years, with candidates like Tim Harris Jr. and Scott Frost being considered. Additionally, Florida State has secured Tony White as its defensive coordinator; he previously coordinated Nebraska's defense and is known for his successful 3-3-5 scheme. White's defenses rank consistently in the top 25 nationally, indicating his strong track record. The coaching changes reflect both programs' needs for revitalization as they navigate competitive challenges in their respective conferences.