Former Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher has been actively lobbying to return to Tallahassee and replace current Seminoles coach Mike Norvell, according to a report from ClutchPoints. The speculation comes as Florida State's football program navigates a challenging season, though it remains unclear whether the university administration has any interest in bringing Fisher back for a second stint.
Fisher, who led Florida State to a national championship in 2013 during his eight-year tenure from 2010-2017, departed for Texas A&M in 2018. He was fired by the Aggies in November 2023 after a disappointing run. Norvell, hired in 2020, has compiled a mixed record with the Seminoles, including a 13-1 season in 2023 that ended with an ACC championship but a controversial College Football Playoff exclusion.
The report by Lorenzo J. Reyna indicates Fisher has been making his case to decision-makers, but Florida State's level of interest is unknown. Any potential move would involve significant financial considerations, as Fisher is still owed substantial buyout money from Texas A&M.
