FSU Football hiring Tom Herman as a member of their support staff
Florida State University is adding former Texas and FAU head coach Tom Herman to its football program as a member of the support staff.
Where it stands
Florida State University is expanding its football program's personnel by hiring Tom Herman. The former Texas and Florida Atlantic University head coach joins the team in a support staff capacity ahead of the 2026 season.
Coverage from The New York Times, CBS Sports, ESPN, 247Sports, and Tomahawk Nation confirms the move. Reporting highlights Herman's background as a head coach at the collegiate level and his new transition into a support role for the Seminoles.
Observers are looking for confirmation regarding the specific responsibilities Herman will hold within the program. Future updates will clarify his official title and day-to-day duties.
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The reporting (5)
- Florida State hiring former Texas, FAU coach Tom Herman to staff The New York Times · 48d ago
- Report: Tom Herman to join Florida State coaching staff ahead of 2026 season Tomahawk Nation · 48d ago
- Florida State set to hire former Texas coach Tom Herman in support staff role ahead of 2026 season CBS Sports · 48d ago
- Source: Tom Herman joins Florida State's coaching staff ESPN · 48d ago
- FSU Football hiring Tom Herman as a member of their support staff 247Sports · 48d ago
Answered
What is Tom Herman's role at Florida State?
He is joining the program as a member of the support staff.
When will Herman begin his new position?
The hiring is set for the upcoming 2026 season.
What previous head coaching experience does Herman have?
He previously served as the head coach at Texas and FAU.
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