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Pressure Mounts on FSU’s Mike Norvell After Clemson Loss as Coach Vows Another Title

FSU plans a season-end evaluation, a choice critics say weakens its position in a fast-moving coaching market.

CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 08: Head Coach Mike Norvell of the Florida State Seminoles reacts during the first half of a football game against the Clemson Tigers at Memorial Stadium on November 08, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 20: Head coach Mike Norvell of the Florida State Seminoles looks on during the second half of a game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Doak S. Campbell Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Tallahassee, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Florida State fell to 4-5 with a 24-10 defeat at Clemson, extending the program’s skid to 2-12 in ACC play dating to 2024.
  • Mike Norvell delivered a forceful defense on Monday, acknowledging poor results but declaring he expects to win another championship at FSU.
  • Athletic director Michael Alford has said a comprehensive review will occur after the season, and Norvell will finish the 2025 campaign.
  • Reporting commonly cites a large buyout in the $53–60 million range, and analysts such as Josh Pate argue delaying a decision reduces potential buyout mitigation and serves no financial advantage.
  • On3’s Pete Nakos has reported internal concern that waiting could hurt FSU in the active coaching carousel, and the Seminoles still need two wins in their final three games to reach bowl eligibility.