Florida State fires defensive coordinator Tony White

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 1 Nov, 23:02 · Archive

Florida State has fired defensive coordinator Tony White, who previously held the same role at Nebraska.

Florida State has fired defensive coordinator Tony White, effective immediately. White joined Florida State's staff for the 2025 season following a two-year stint as defensive coordinator at Nebraska.

The firing comes as part of a broader coaching change at Florida State. Head coach Mike Norvell has also been fired, with Rick Stockstill, an FSU Athletics Hall of Fame member, named interim head coach.

During his 20 games as defensive coordinator at Nebraska, White's defence gave up an average of 25.44 points per game. This season, Florida State ranks 111th out of 138 FBS programmes in rushing yards allowed per game. The university has yet to formally confirm the dismissals.

How it is being reported

• REPORT: Former Nebraska defensive coordinator Tony White fired by Florida StateFlorida State has fired their defensive coordinator, and former Nebraska assistant coach, Tony White, according to Pete Nakos with On3.WOWT · 1 Nov, 22:34
• REPORT: Former Nebraska defensive coordinator Tony White fired by Florida StateFlorida State has fired their defensive coordinator, and former Nebraska assistant coach, Tony White, according to Pete Nakos with On3.1011Now · 1 Nov, 22:34

In this story: Tony White · Florida State · Mike Norvell · Nebraska · Rick Stockstill

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