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Florida Coaching Search Sees Conflicting Reports on Jon Sumrall Interview

Subsequent reporting disputed an initially reported Thursday interview, leaving Sumrall’s near-term status unresolved.

Overview

  • Yahoo Sports, citing Gators Online, reported Florida planned to meet Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall on Thursday as part of its search.
  • ClutchPoints, citing On3’s Pete Nakos, reported the meeting was called off and that Sumrall is not interviewing this week.
  • Sumrall remains a credible candidate based on his record, going 23-4 with two Sun Belt titles at Troy and 17-7 at Tulane, including 8-2 this season and a top-25 ranking.
  • Coverage indicates Florida is evaluating multiple options, with some outlets portraying Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin as a leading target based on reported interest.
  • Sumrall has previously told his team to ignore job rumors during the season, emphasizing weekly preparation.