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Gus Malzahn Retires After 35 Years as Florida State Promotes Tim Harris Jr.

Florida State turned to Tim Harris Jr. to maintain the offensive gains built in 2025.

Overview

  • Malzahn, 60, announced he is stepping away to spend more time with family after one season as Florida State’s offensive coordinator.
  • Head coach Mike Norvell elevated co-offensive coordinator and receivers coach Tim Harris Jr. to offensive coordinator to preserve continuity.
  • Under Malzahn in 2025, Florida State led the ACC in total offense (472.1 yards per game) and rushing (218.7), with nine 400-yard games and back-to-back 700-yard outings.
  • The timing surprised many in college football because most staffs were already settled and the transfer portal window had largely closed.
  • Malzahn’s career highlights include a 105-62 head-coaching record at Arkansas State, Auburn and UCF, Auburn’s 2013 SEC title and BCS title-game appearance, and the 2010 national championship as Auburn’s offensive coordinator.