Florida State Parts Ways with Coach Mike Norvell
Florida State has fired coach Mike Norvell on Sunday, a decision that comes with a significant buyout of nearly $50 million.

Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, November 1, 2026 —
Florida State University has terminated the contract of head football coach Mike Norvell. The decision was announced on Sunday.
The financial implications of this decision include a substantial buyout. Sources indicate that the cost to Florida State associated with Norvell’s dismissal is nearly $50 million.
No further details regarding the circumstances of the firing or subsequent coaching arrangements were provided in the initial announcement.
Story summarized from the original created by BOB FERRANTE, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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