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Florida is on bye in Week 9 after the firing of Billy Napier. Here's a look at the Gators' remaining schedule, including who they play in Week 10:
Florida's search for a new coach is under way following the firing of Billy Napier amid the Gators' 3-4 start this season. Program great Tim Tebow spoke about the move ahead of college football's Week 9 games, saying the need to hire an elite coach was paramount toward future success.
Herbstreit threw out Franklin as a candidate as well, but felt the obvious pick for Napier's replacement is current Ole Miss Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin. The 50-year-old is 50-19 during his six seasons in Oxford and is viewed as an offensive guru.
With Billy Napier out as the head coach of the Florida Gators, the list of potential successors includes some expected names and several standouts.
Florida’s search for a new head coach continues to stall as a SMU's Rhett Lashlee has no interest to replace Billy Napier.
Florida fired Billy Napier, ending an underwhelming tenure with one of the program's worst winning percentages
Arguably the most excellent shooter in NBA history paid rookie guard and former Florida Gators guard Will Richard the highest compliment. Steph Curry watched as Richard, one of his newest teammates, helped lead a spark that led the Golden State Warriors to a 137-131 overtime victory on Thursday over the Denver Nuggets.