Overview
- An initial report that Florida would meet with Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall was quickly followed by On3’s Pete Nakos reporting the meeting was called off.
- Multiple outlets then reported that Sumrall removed his name from immediate consideration for the Florida vacancy.
- Sumrall mocked the interview rumor on social media, saying his most important meeting was with his quarterbacks, and has emphasized his in-season focus.
- Coverage continues to describe Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin as Florida’s top target as the search advances.
- Sumrall’s résumé remains a draw for major programs, with a 40-11 head-coaching record, two Sun Belt titles at Troy, and an 8-2, No. 24-ranked Tulane this season.