Tony White got "charged up" during FSU's first scrimmage. Tom Herman talked him off a cliff.
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Key Points:
- Florida State defensive coordinator Tony White initially felt frustrated after a recent scrimmage but later recognized the team was progressing as expected upon reviewing the film.
- White credited Tom Herman, brought in this offseason in an OPS role, with helping him manage emotions and providing valuable strategic insights during live scrimmages.
- Herman, a former head coach at Houston and Texas with a 60-36 career record, works closely with White on defense and offers broader personnel and big-picture support for head coach Mike Norvell.
- White compared Herman’s impact to that of Zach Arnett last season, emphasizing Herman’s extensive experience and ability to enhance the team's quality control and overall performance.
- In White’s second year leading FSU’s defense, the team improved nationally from 60th to 24th in yards per play, with Herman’s presence contributing to the development of both players and coaching staff.
