Florida State Coordinators Recap Final Spring Scrimmage

Defensive coordinator Tony White and offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. discuss takeaways from the team's spring camp.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:40pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in garnet and gold hues depicting various football actions and players, conceptually representing the Seminoles' efforts to reconstruct their team during the offseason.Florida State's coordinators provide a cubist-inspired glimpse into the team's progress during spring camp as they work to rebuild the program.Seminole Today

Florida State football completed its final spring scrimmage over the weekend, with defensive coordinator Tony White and offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. providing updates on their respective units. The Seminoles are coming off a 7-17 record over the past two seasons under head coach Mike Norvell, and will look to rebuild the roster through the transfer portal ahead of the 2026 season opener against New Mexico State on August 29.

Why it matters

Florida State is looking to bounce back after a tough stretch the past two seasons, and the spring scrimmages and practices are crucial for the coaching staff to evaluate the team's strengths and weaknesses heading into the offseason. The coordinators' assessments provide insight into the progress being made on both sides of the ball as the Seminoles aim to return to their winning ways.

The details

During Monday's media availability, defensive coordinator Tony White and offensive coordinator Tim Harris Jr. recapped the team's third and final spring scrimmage. White and Harris discussed various aspects of their respective units, including player development, scheme implementation, and standout performances. The coordinators' feedback will help inform head coach Mike Norvell's decisions as he and his staff work to finalize the depth chart and game plan for the upcoming season.

  • Florida State began spring football on the week of March 7.
  • The team will conclude spring practices this Wednesday, April 15.
  • The Seminoles open the 2026 season against New Mexico State on August 29.

The players

Tony White

Florida State defensive coordinator.

Tim Harris Jr.

Florida State offensive coordinator.

Mike Norvell

Florida State head football coach.

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What they’re saying

“We began spring football on the week of March 7 and will conclude this Wednesday, April 15.”

— Tony White, Florida State defensive coordinator

“Florida State is 7-17 in its last two seasons under Norvell and 38-34 overall in six years.”

— Tim Harris Jr., Florida State offensive coordinator

What’s next

The Seminoles will have one final day of spring practice on Wednesday, April 15, before turning their attention to the offseason and preparations for the 2026 season opener against New Mexico State on August 29.

The takeaway

Florida State's coordinators provided valuable insight into the progress made during spring camp, highlighting areas of improvement and standout performances as the Seminoles look to bounce back from a tough stretch the past two seasons. With one final practice remaining, the coaching staff will have a clearer picture of the team's strengths and weaknesses heading into the offseason as they work to rebuild the roster and game plan for the upcoming campaign.