Florida State's Mike Norvell Shuts Down Hot Seat Talk
Summary
Florida State’s football coach Mike Norvell said he does not feel pressure about his job going into the 2026 season despite recent poor team records. Norvell’s team had a very good season in 2023 but struggled afterward, and his contract buyout is very costly if the school wants to fire him.Key Facts
- Florida State’s football team went 13-1 in 2023 but then had records of 2-10 in 2024 and 5-7 in 2025.
- Coach Mike Norvell dismissed talk about being on the “hot seat” (at risk of being fired) before the 2026 season.
- Norvell’s contract buyout is about $58 million now but will decrease to $45.6 million after the 2026 season and $36.8 million after 2027.
- Norvell’s overall record at Florida State is 38 wins and 24 losses, with a 22-26 record in ACC conference games.
- Florida State won the ACC championship in 2023 but has not made a bowl game since.
- Rivals like Miami have made the College Football Playoff and appear strong this season.
- Florida State faces tough games against Alabama, Florida, and several ACC opponents this year.
- It is uncertain whether Florida State will pay the large buyout if Norvell struggles again.
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