Overview
- Florida State fell to 4-5 overall and 1-5 in the ACC after a 24-10 loss at Clemson, its fifth defeat in six games.
- Athletic director Michael Alford has said Norvell will coach through 2025, followed by a comprehensive assessment before 2026.
- Reports place Norvell’s buyout in the $53 million to $60 million range, with some estimates saying a full staff change could approach $100 million.
- Analyst Josh Pate argues FSU already has the money and warns that waiting reduces buyout mitigation and slows a coaching search.
- Norvell publicly defended his tenure and vowed the Seminoles will win another championship, as the team prepares to host Virginia Tech.