Summary
Jon Sumrall has been chosen to replace Billy Napier as the head football coach at the University of Florida. There was public dissatisfaction with Florida's athletic director, Scott Stricklin, particularly in how he managed the hiring process, including conversations with Lane Kiffin, who was also considered for the position. Sumrall, who coached at Tulane, is seen as a gamble due to his lack of experience in leading major football programs.
Key Facts
- Jon Sumrall agreed to become the new head football coach at the University of Florida.
- Sumrall previously coached at Tulane and does not have head coaching experience at a major college football program (Power 4).
- Florida fans have criticized athletic director Scott Stricklin for his handling of the coaching search.
- Lane Kiffin was a candidate for the Florida job but chose a position at LSU instead.
- Initial talks between Kiffin and Stricklin reportedly did not go well.
- Stricklin wanted to hire a general manager reporting structure similar to what exists at Ole Miss, which Kiffin did not favor.
- Florida is taking a risk with Sumrall hoping he can improve the team's performance.
