Salary Terms, Contract Details Revealed For New FSU Offensive Line Coach Herb Hand

Hand is receiving a sizable bump in his salary at Florida State.

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Florida State officially announced the hiring of new offensive line coach Herb Hand on December 10. Hand joins the Seminoles after four seasons as the offensive line coach at UCF, where he worked with FSU offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn and wide receivers coach Tim Harris Jr.

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On Thursday, the university fulfilled a records request submitted by NoleGameday, providing Hand's Letter of Understanding. The agreement was signed by Hand and Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Michael Alford on December 9.

Length Of Contract:

Hand's contract will span two years and he will be tied to Florida State through the 2026 season.

The first year of the deal began on his official hire date, which wasn't specified in the Letter of Understanding, and lasts through February 28, 2026. The second and final year will begin on March 1, 2026, and end on February 28, 2027.

Salary:

Hand will earn a raise at Florida State compared to his salary at UCF. He reportedly made $500,000 in 2024.

According to the terms of his contract with FSU, Hand will be paid $600K during the first year of his deal and $650K during the second year.

That means Hand will make roughly $600K in 2025-26 and $650K in 2026-27.

Florida State paid former offensive line coach Alex Atkins, who also held offensive coordinator duties, $1.25 million in 2024. They owe Atkins $1.3 million in 2025 and $1.4 million in 2026. He was fired in November.

Miscellaneous Info:

Florida State will provide Hand with a vehicle allowance of up to $650 per month, four tickets to regular season football contests, two tickets to FSU regular season home sporting events based on flexibility, and a cell phone. The Seminoles will also provide a Nike Elite Allotment of $1250.

Hand is being paid a $20,000 bonus for signing the contract that will cover relocation fees and other expenses. He will pay all applicable taxes on all taxable compensation and income, including but not limited to annual compensation, allowances, and bonuses; complimentary tickets; extra room at ACC/NCAA tournament games; ACC/NCAA gifts; and athletic department gifts.

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