Florida State considers options for coaching vacancy after Jimbo Fisher
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 11:02 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Florida State is exploring candidates for their coaching vacancy following Jimbo Fisher's unsuccessful tenure at Texas A&M. Fisher, who led Florida State to a national championship in 2013, has been criticized for failing to meet expectations during his time with the Aggies. Analysts suggest that Florida State should avoid a reunion with Fisher and seek innovative leadership instead. The university recently invested heavily in a buyout for Coach Mike Norvell, who has been in charge since 2020. As FSU evaluates potential hires, names like Eli Drinkwitz and P.J. Fleck have been mentioned as possible candidates.
- •Florida State is looking for a new head coach after Jimbo Fisher's failure at Texas A&M.
- •Fisher led FSU to a national championship in 2013 but has not achieved similar success since.
- •Analysts recommend against re-hiring Fisher, citing past performance and program needs.
- •Mike Norvell is currently going through a buyout after FSU’s investment in his contract.
- •Names like Eli Drinkwitz and P.J. Fleck are emerging as potential candidates.
- 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Florida State should thank Jimbo Fisher for the memories, then lose his number
"Jimbo Fisher failed at Texas A&M. Why would Florida State want this reunion?
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