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FSU Students React to HC Mike Norvell Firing Despite $50M Buyout: 'Better'

Florida State’s decision to fire Mike Norvell mid-season comes with a reported $50.3 million buyout, making the move a major financial commitment for the university.

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FSU WR Robinson out for season with torn ACL, sources say

Duce Robinson, who leads Florida State in receiving yards and touchdowns, will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Florida State Seminoles News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / November 3

What FSU Football Fans Can Expect From Rick Stockstill as Interim HC

Rick Stockstill is taking over Florida State with a personal stake in what happens in a program still wading through the waters of the aftermath of former head coach Mike Norvell's dismissal.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 3

Florida State shouldn’t bring back Jimbo Fisher, no matter how tempting the nostalgia is

The Seminoles are about to sort through a flood of names, and one familiar option is already getting far too much traction. I can’t believe I have to say this, but no, Florida State should not hire Jimbo Fisher.

Florida State Seminoles News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / November 3

FSU Interim Head Coach Makes Plea To Frustrated Fans: 'Don't Give Up'

Florida State interim head coach Rick Stockstill hadn't even addressed the entire team when he took the podium for his first press conference on Monday.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 2

Arizona State HC Kenny Dillingham talks Florida State opening, Mike Norvell connection

Current Arizona State Sun Devils head coach Kenny Dillingham has a close relationship with now-former Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell.

Florida State fires Mike Norvell, defensive coordinator

Mike Norvell’s buyout revealed after his Florida State firing

3 head-coaching candidates Florida State should target after firing Mike Norvell

Duke's Manny Diaz not taking the bait regarding Florida State opening

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Mike Norvell News / Florida State Seminoles on SI / November 2

Former FSU Football Star QB Speaks Out After Mike Norvell Firing

The Florida State Seminoles parted ways with head coach Mike Norvell on Sunday, drawing mostly praise from a frustrated fanbase that wants the FSU administration

Florida State Seminoles News / ESPN / November 2

FSU interim, alum Stockstill: Noles program dented, not broken

Florida State interim coach Rick Stockstill, who played for the school under Bobby Bowden, says that while the Seminoles program has "got some dents" it's "not broke."

Mike Norvell News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Now that Mike Norvell has been fired, there’s a specific Florida State player that Tennessee needs to try to land as a transfer addition

The Tennessee Vols should be taking a look at Florida State’s roster for potential transfer additions. Florida State fired head coach Mike Norvell on Sunday, which means the Seminoles’ roster is going to be fair game for any program looking for potential transfer additions.

Florida State Seminoles News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 1

Ex-$95 Million College Football Coach Among Favorites to be Named Florida State's Next HC

After seemingly years of college football rumors, Florida State is finally in the market for a new head coach following Mike Norvell's firing. The Seminoles will now begin the search process after cutting ties with Norvell on Sunday following Florida State's 36-24 loss to Clemson.

Florida State Seminoles News / Field Level Media / November 2

Florida State fires Mike Norvell, defensive coordinator

Florida State president Richard McCullough told ESPN on Sunday that head coach Mike Norvell has been fired. Norvell, who signed an eight-year, $84 million extension after leading the Seminoles to a 13-1 record and the ACC title during the 2023 season, posted a 3-5 record this year and a 41-39 mark during his six-plus seasons in Tallahassee, Fla.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 2

3 HC candidates Florida State should target after firing Mike Norvell

3 head-coaching candidates Florida State should target after firing Mike Norvell

Before the Florida State Seminoles lost 36-24 to the Clemson Tigers at home on Saturday, a banner flew over Doak Campbell Stadium calling for head coach Mike Norvell's firing. The ACC program has granted that wish.

Florida State fires Norvell, defensive coordinator

Norvell’s buyout revealed after his Florida State firing

Did Lincoln Riley save his job, USC's CFP chances with upset win?

Syracuse continues impressive trend under HC Fran Brown

NC State head coach Philip Rivers? 5 reasons why we need it to happen

Mike Norvell News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Mike Norvell’s buyout revealed after his Florida State firing

The Florida State Seminoles fired head coach Mike Norvell on Sunday, and it will be a costly move for the school. Norvell was dismissed one day after his team’s 36-24 loss to Clemson, which dropped the Seminoles to 3-5 on the season.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / October 24

Florida State's 21-rebound freshman may have just changed the conversation around the Seminoles

Florida State entered the preseason with plenty of questions about how quickly Luke Loucks could continue building the Seminoles into an ACC contender.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 18

Kids who will be playing on Sundays: Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss continues to make QB1 case for 2027 NFL Draft

Each week, Yardbarker spotlights college football stars, some of whom will be playing on NFL Sundays. With that in mind, here are Week 7 standouts.

Arch Manning, Texas continue to struggle after home loss to Florida

Bryce Underwood pulls classy move after being benched for Tommy Carr

Kyle Whittingham has a revealing take on Underwood after QB’s benching

Ohio State should worry about Julian Sayin's injury during bye week

Everyone buried Deion Sanders, but there's reason for hope with Colorado

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 16

Miami needs to stop the Florida State run, make Seminoles one-dimensional

With Florida State more adept at running than passing in 2026 compared to other teams nationally, Miami will focus on stopping the Seminoles on the ground.

The 'CFP appearances' quiz

Chuck Kennon News / Yardbarker / October 14

Florida State dismisses player after 150 mph car chase

The Florida State Seminoles announced Tuesday that they dismissed freshman cornerback Chauncey "Chuck" Kennon after his recent arrest.

Deion Sanders has strange response to lost Colorado playbook

Steve Sarkisian's Arch Manning 'Joe Smith' comment sparks backlash

Bob Chesney draws Curt Cignetti comparison amid UCLA's turnaround

Kirby Smart's evaluation of Georgia's health gets even worse

SEC football history: Recalling the most obscure opponent for all 16 teams

Ousmane Kromah News / Yardbarker / September 8

Florida State has a star in the making with Ousmane Kromah

The Florida State Seminoles have not had a star running back on campus since Dalvin Cook from 2014-2016. Through two games this season, it appears the Seminoles may have their next star running back.

Why Florida State, SMU kicked off without headsets, iPads or working scoreboards

Miami takes shot at Florida State after Doak Campbell power outage

Weekly Syllabus: Ohio State-Texas, Oklahoma-Michigan headline upcoming week in college football

Five things we learned after Week 1 of college football season

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 7