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Florida State Fires Coach Mike Norvell With $50 Million Left on Contract

Florida State Fires Coach Mike Norvell With $50 Million Left on Contract
World Sports · 05:09:49 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Florida State University has fired head football coach Mike Norvell despite $50 million remaining on his contract, according to a report from Front Office Sports published on November 1, 2026.

The decision comes after Norvell led the Seminoles program since 2020. The substantial buyout represents one of the largest in college football history.

Front Office Sports reporter Kennington Smith III broke the story, which signals a major shift for the Atlantic Coast Conference program.

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