Overview
- Athletic director Michael Alford said FSU will increase resources for recruiting and roster development with leadership alignment on structural changes.
- Norvell said the Seminoles are "not far off" from competing for titles, pointing to close losses as the 5-6 team prepares for Florida to reach bowl eligibility.
- Recent reports place Norvell’s buyout near $58–59 million on a deal through 2031, a financial burden widely cited in staying the course.
- Skepticism followed the announcement, with Bud Elliot calling the promised fixes cosmetic and Andy Staples warning the decision could prove costlier in 2026.
- Staff uncertainty lingers as offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn gave a noncommittal answer about returning and reports suggest some inside the program do not expect him back.