4 reasons why Deion Sanders won't be the next Florida State football coach
From massive buyouts to a past rejection by university officials, the path for Coach Prime’s homecoming is blocked by financial hurdles and a fractured Tallahassee relationship.
Four factors demonstrate why Deion Sanders is not a suitable candidate to succeed Mike Norvell as Florida State football coach. Firstly, Sanders' buyout clause from Colorado amounts to $10 million, payable by December 31, 2026, which would significantly increase the Seminoles' financial burden if he were to join the program. Secondly, Sanders' coaching record at Colorado is less impressive than Norvell's at Florida State, with a 18-21 record over three-plus seasons compared to Norvell's 39-35 record.
Thirdly, Sanders faced rejection during his initial approach to take over the Florida State job in late 2019, as then-athletic director David Coburn demanded he have a college degree, a requirement Sanders did not meet. Lastly, Sanders' substantial salary of $10 million is significantly higher than Norvell's $5.6 million, making it unlikely that Sanders would agree to a pay cut to take the FSU position.
Consequently, despite Sanders' reputation and success at Colorado, the combination of his financial obligations, coaching resume, past rejections, and salary differences make him an unsuitable choice to replace Norvell at Florida State.
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