Gus Malzahn Joins Florida State as Offensive Coordinator

The former UCF head coach steps down from a high-profile role to reunite with Mike Norvell and revitalize a struggling Seminoles offense.

Gus Malzahn, former UCF head coach, has been hired as Florida State's offensive coordinator, leaving behind a $15 million contract to take on the new role.
Malzahn cited the evolving demands of head coaching, including managing the transfer portal and NIL collectives, as a key reason for his decision to return to a coordinator role.
Florida State's offense was one of the worst in the FBS in 2024, ranking 131st out of 134 schools with an average of 15.4 points per game.
Malzahn and head coach Mike Norvell share a long-standing connection, having first worked together in 2007 at Tulsa, and their offensive philosophies align closely.
Malzahn plans to prioritize a strong run game and fast tempo to jump-start the Seminoles' offense, building on his success with top-ranked rushing attacks during his tenure at UCF.