FSU fires Mike Norvell amid roster considerations and coaching search
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 9:22 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Florida State University has fired head football coach Mike Norvell as of November 1, 2026. The decision comes as the program faces critical roster decisions and the need for a strategic coaching choice moving forward. Norvell's tenure has been under scrutiny as the program looks to improve its performance. The administration is expected to explore various candidate options to lead the team effectively in future seasons.
- •FSU fires Mike Norvell on November 1, 2026.
- •The program must address roster priorities after his departure.
- •A coaching search is underway to fill the leadership role.
- 9:22 PMCBS Sports — Florida State football coaching search 2026: Candidates, hot board, names to watch from Seminoles experts
- 9:03 PMESPN NCAAF — FSU fires Mike Norvell: Top candidates and roster priorities
"The Noles247 team just revealed their top FSU coaching candidates after Mike Norvell was fired on Sunday, Nov. 1
"FSU must make a smart decision on what comes next.
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External links- CBS SportsNov 1, 2026, 9:22 PMFlorida State football coaching search 2026: Candidates, hot board, names to watch from Seminoles experts
The Noles247 team just revealed their top FSU coaching candidates after Mike Norvell was fired on Sunday, Nov. 1
- ESPN NCAAFNov 1, 2026, 9:03 PMFSU fires Mike Norvell: Top candidates and roster priorities
FSU must make a smart decision on what comes next.
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