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Florida Closing in on Decision to Fire Head Coach Billy Napier: Report

Florida Closing in on Decision to Fire Head Coach Billy Napier: Report

Summary

The University of Florida is considering firing their head football coach, Billy Napier, due to underperformance. Napier has a losing record in his three years and pressure is mounting after a poor start to the 2025 season. Florida may decide during their bye week on whether to make a coaching change before facing Georgia.

Key Facts

  • Billy Napier, Florida Gators head coach, has a 21-23 record in 45 games.
  • The team started the 2025 season with a 2-4 record, including losses to high-ranked teams.
  • Florida has only won against Long Island University and Texas this season.
  • There is growing pressure from fans for Florida to fire Napier.
  • Florida's athletic director is considering a coaching change during the upcoming bye week.
  • If Napier is fired, the school would owe him a $21.3 million buyout.
  • Florida's next game is against Mississippi State, followed by a bye week.
  • Possible interim coaches include Jabbar Juluke and Russ Callaway.

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