FSU president addresses Mike Norvell after AD firing: 'He's a great human being'
FSU president Richard McCullough gave glowing reviews of Mike Norvell while addressing the AD firing. Little of it had to do with the on-field product
On Monday, Sept. 14, Florida State University President Richard McCullough addressed the media following the firing of athletic director Michael Alford. During his remarks, McCullough expressed his admiration for Seminoles football coach Mike Norvell, describing him as a "great human being" and praising the positive impact Norvell has had on student-athletes.
He highlighted improvements in grades under Norvell's guidance and his role in making the team competitive. McCullough reiterated that everyone involved is working together towards a common goal of winning, but stopped short of discussing Norvell's future with the program. The firing of Alford coincides with a period of struggles for the football team, which has posted an 8-18 record over the last three seasons under Norvell.
If Norvell is let go on Dec. 1, 2026, he would be owed $46.7 million in buyout fees, the third-largest in college football history. Despite the firing, Norvell emphasized that the team's focus remains on their upcoming game against No. 10 Alabama, scheduled for Sept. 19 at Saban Field in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
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