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Jimbo Fisher Seeks College Coaching Comeback While Earning $76M A&M Buyout

At 59 in peak health, he’s positioning himself for a college head-coaching return through his ACC Network analyst platform.

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Overview

  • He told the “Trials to Triumph” podcast that at 59 he remains healthy, eager to coach and believes he still has much to offer the college game.
  • His overall head coaching record stands at 128–48, capped by Florida State’s 2013 national championship and three straight ACC titles.
  • Fisher pointed to injuries to his quarterbacks, inconsistent playcalling and roster chaos for the struggles that ended his tenure at Texas A&M.
  • A fully guaranteed $76 million buyout from Texas A&M keeps him under contract despite pursuing new sideline roles.
  • He has joined the ACC Network as a weekly “ACC Huddle” analyst, maintaining a presence as Power Five programs consider coaching openings.