Florida State announces major coaching changes after Seminoles fall to 1-9
It might not improve the team’s chances for success this season, but it’s a moment frustrated Florida State fans have been waiting on for weeks.
On Sunday afternoon, one day after the Seminoles were blown out by Notre Dame 52-3 and fell to 1-9 on the season, FSU finally announced some coaching changes.
Offensive coordinator Alex Atkins, defensive coordinator Adam Fuller and wide receivers coach Ron Dugans have all been relieved of their duties, according to a release from the university.
Linebackers coach Randy Shannon will take over as interim defensive coordinator for the remainder of the season.
The moves were announced as Florida State moves on to its third bye week of the 2024 season. After being idle this Saturday, the Seminoles will close the year with home games against Charleston Southern and rival Florida.
Top 10
- 1Breaking
Second CFP Top 25
Newest CFP rankings are out
- 2New
Updated CFP Bracket
12-Team playoff bracket after 2nd CFP Top 25
- 3Trending
Diego Pavia
Court denies Vandy QB temporary restraining order against the NCAA
- 4
Nico Iamaleava
Tennessee QB dealing with concussion ahead of Georgia game
- 5
Governor slams LSU
Live tiger defended, LSU Tigers ripped
Florida State has lost its last three games — blowout losses to Notre Dame, North Carolina and Miami — by a combined margin of 123-28.
While nothing else has been announced, these likely are the first of several moves as head coach Mike Norvell looks to get Florida State back on track following a dreadful 2024 season.
The Seminoles went 10-3 in 2022 and 13-1 in 2023 and were picked by many to defend their ACC Championship this fall. Instead, they are on track to have the school’s worst campaign in decades.
***COREY CLARK REACTION COLUMN: What happened in South Bend gave Norvell no choice
Stay connected with Warchant.com for more on this story.
*Sign up for premium access to Warchant.com and the On3 Network*
Join Warchant for Market-Leading Florida State coverage!
Warchant.com provides just what passionate FSU fans expect: Market-leading coverage of Seminole athletics and recruiting.
Join the largest Florida State fan community and receive all the benefits that come with it:
- Elite team and recruiting coverage of the program you love.
- Exclusive video and board Q&A’s with Warchant staff.
- Interaction with the most passionate Seminole fans across multiple board forums.
- 10% off all Garnet & Gold purchases while holding an active membership. Member exclusive discounts once a month at even higher savings.
- Access to Warchant member benefits and giveaways at site events.
- So much more!
Talk about this story with other die-hard FSU football fans on the Tribal Council.
