Mike Norvell buyout: How much would it cost Florida State to fire football coach?
After his Florida State football team fell to SMU, here's a look at how much it would cost the Seminoles to fire coach Mike Norvell
Florida State's football coach Mike Norvell's buyout clause is substantial, potentially costing the university $46.7 million if he is fired by the end of 2026. This is the third-largest payment in college football history, surpassed only by Jimbo Fisher's $49 million exit from Texas A&M and Brian Kelly's $9 million departure from LSU.
Signed in 2023, Norvell's contract is set to run until 2031, with annual pay increases of $150,000 over that period. His current salary is $215,000 annually, with additional compensation increasing by $150,000 each year. Despite leading Florida State to an undefeated regular season in 2023, the Seminoles' fortunes have since plummeted, culminating in a 2-10 record in 2024 and a 5-7 mark in 2025.
The team's struggles continue in 2026, with a 1-1 record after Monday's loss to SMU. With looming tough games against top-ranked opponents, the question of Norvell's future at Florida State remains a pressing one.
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