Florida State Seminoles' Quarterback Room Revamp: Meet Coach Austin Tucker and the Recruitment of Hudson West
The Florida State Seminoles made significant changes to their quarterback room after the 2025 season, including a coaching switch and roster adjustments. Head coach Mike Norvell promoted Austin Tucker, the assistant wide receivers coach, to quarterbacks coach, marking Tucker's first on-field role at the FBS level. Tucker's promotion was based on his reputation as an up-and-coming coach and recruiter within the Seminoles' program.
Tucker now has the opportunity to enhance his recruiting skills further as he aims to secure quarterback commitments for the Seminoles. Recently, Florida State offered a scholarship to Hudson West, a rising junior and 2028 quarterback, who mentioned a conversation with Tucker when announcing the news on social media. West, a talented in-state prospect, has garnered interest from various programs, including North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Kentucky, and Cincinnati.
Despite receiving offers from several schools, West has yet to visit Florida State. The next crucial step in his recruitment process would be to visit the Seminoles' campus and potentially participate in a summer camp to showcase his skills in person. This visit would allow Florida State to evaluate West firsthand and continue building a relationship with the promising quarterback prospect.