Florida State explores restructuring athletics director role after leadership changes

Florida State University is considering splitting its athletics director position into three separate roles to address ongoing leadership challenges. Following the termination of Michael Alford, university president Richard McCullough and Board of Trustees chair Peter Collins aim to modernize the athletic department's business model. This restructuring may include positions focused on revenue generation and compliance as FSU adapts to the financial demands of college sports. The university's recent settlement with the ACC could also influence future conference dynamics.

• 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — Could FSU's traditional athletics director job be split into three?