Gus Malzahn announced his retirement from coaching Monday, stepping away after 35 years in the profession.The 60-year-old most recently served as offensive coordinator at Florida State Seminoles football. He spent the 2025 season with the Seminoles after previous head coaching stops at UCF, Auburn and Arkansas State.
Malzahn was part of Auburn’s 2010 national championship staff as offensive coordinator and earlier made the jump to college coaching from the high school ranks when he left Springdale High School in 2006 to become offensive coordinator at the University of Arkansas.
“After 35 years, it’s time for me to step away from coaching,” Malzahn said in a statement. “I am excited to spend more time with my family and focus on the next chapter of my life.”
Florida State head coach Mike Norvell announced that co-offensive coordinator and receivers coach Tim Harris Jr. has been promoted to offensive coordinator.
Florida State led the Atlantic Coast Conference in total offense and rushing offense in 2025. The Seminoles posted nine 400-yard performances, including back-to-back games of more than 700 yards for the first time in program history.
“I want to thank Coach Malzahn for his effort and dedication to our program over the last 14 months,” Norvell said. “He did a wonderful job coordinating our offense and calling plays in 2025, and he has set a strong foundation for us to continue building on in 2026.”
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