The coaching carousel is busy, and Florida finds itself near the center of it.
While LSU and Penn State are among the major programs competing for some of the top coaches on the market, the Gators know their prestige still means something. Will it be enough to lure a big name to Gainesville?
Whether Florida can pull off a coup and land Lane Kiffin or is forced to look at other options, the next coach of the Gators will have sky-high expectations to compete with the very best in the loaded SEC.
AllSportsPeople is tracking the latest Florida coaching rumors as the Gators search for Billy Napier's replacement. Follow along below as updates come in.
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Kiffin denies Ole Miss gave him deadline
- Date: Nov. 18
- Source: The Pat McAfee Show
Speaking on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Tuesday, Kiffin denied reports that Ole Miss had given him an ultimatum to decide on his future by Nov. 28. While the Rebels are likely headed to the College Football Playoff, Kiffin's future is looming over the program as he considers offers from both Florida and Ole Miss.
Kiffin family visits Gainesville, Baton Rouge
- Date: Nov. 17
- Source: On3
After reports confirmed LSU flew Kiffin's family to Baton Rouge to tour the city on Monday, On3 confirmed the Kiffin family did a similar tour of Gainesville on Sunday.
Kiffin is faced with three decisions at the moment: stay at Ole Miss, leave for LSU, or leave for Florida, with both SEC programs making him the focus of their search.
Paul Finebaum predicts Lane Kiffin will choose Florida
- Date: Nov. 17
- Source: The Matt Barrie Show
Appearing on "The Matt Barrie Show," ESPN's Paul Finebaum said he believes "everything seems to be pointing toward Florida" in the Kiffin sweepstakes,
While Finebaum didn't go into detail regarding that prediction, he admitted the weeks ahead could be a whirlwind for Kiffin as he decides his future and at least three schools await word.
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