FSU's Mike Norvell faces significant buyout amid tough season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 12:47 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Florida State University coach Mike Norvell's tenure faces scrutiny following a narrow loss to Miami 43-35 in double overtime on October 14. This defeat marks the Seminoles' 12th consecutive road loss under Norvell, leaving them with a 3-4 record this season. Speculation about Norvell's future has increased due to the disappointing performance and his substantial $47.7 million buyout clause if fired before December 1, 2026. Currently, FSU needs to win four of their last five games to avoid another losing season. The team now enters a bye week to regroup.
- •FSU lost to Miami 43-35 in double overtime on October 14.
- •Norvell's buyout is $47.7 million if fired before December 1, 2026.
- •The Seminoles have lost 12 straight road games under Norvell.
- •FSU is 3-4 this season and needs to win four of five remaining games.
- •Norvell has a 41-38 record with FSU, including five losing seasons.
- 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — What is Mike Norvell's buyout with FSU?
"FSU would owe Mike Norvell one of the biggest buyouts in college football history if they fired him.
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