The 2024 season was a wake-up call for head coach Mike Norvell, who promised it wouldn’t happen again. Since the winter, he’s evaluated every part of the program, including his leadership style and the team’s execution.
In response, Norvell has embraced a more CEO-style approach, a strategy increasingly popular among top college football coaches. But will this shift translate into real progress in 2025? Some analysts think so.
Why Mike Norvell’s New Coaching Approach Could Be the Game-Changer
In a recent episode of “The Jeff Cameron Show,” shared by “Florida State Football – Warchant TV,” Cameron discussed Norvell’s shift to a CEO-style leadership approach at Florida State. He expressed confidence that this change will positively impact the program.
“I think the demand will be easier for him because he can see it. He doesn’t have to be consumed with the next play; he doesn’t have to be consumed by even game planning,” Cameron said.
“He can be consumed with interpersonal relationships and really kind of find out where these kids’ heads are, for the good and the bad. So, I think it could be a big thing for him. I think it could help this organization quite a bit.”
After a 2–10 season in 2024, one where the Seminoles’ offense ranked among the worst in the nation, Norvell wasted no time reshaping his staff.
Offensive coordinator Alex Atkins was let go, and in came Gus Malzahn, the veteran play-caller and former head coach with stints at Arkansas State, Auburn, and UCF. On the defensive side, Tony White was brought in.
Norvell fully handed over control of the offense to Malzahn. By stepping away from the grind of daily play-calling, he can now operate as a CEO, focusing on the program’s broader needs. And well, it’s certainly a step in the right direction, especially as college is becoming more like the pros. Plus, the traditional dynamic between player and coach has changed.
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In today’s landscape, recruiting is more transactional, and keeping talent on campus can be just as critical, if not more so, than bringing in new stars. Norvell’s new role positions him to meet those demands head-on.
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