Florida State coach Mike Norvell addresses moving-truck rumors amid staff changes

Photos of a box-style moving truck parked outside Florida State head coach Mike Norvell's Tallahassee residence circulated on social media this week, prompting speculation about his job security. The images appeared shortly after the university dismissed athletic director Michael Alford and as the Seminoles entered a game against Alabama with a 1-1 record.

Norvell was asked about the pictures during a pre-game press conference and said, "> I don't look at things online much. My focus is entirely on the team; that is where I live. There is always going to be speculation and various opinions out there, but I have the opportunity to show up every day with the right attitude, the right mentality, and the right work ethic, pouring into these players."

He added, "> There have been disappointing results, and I have never sat here and tried to make an excuse—not once since I have been here. I don't do that. This is a result-oriented business, and our results have not been as good as we want them to be. However, I believe in the process, the work, and the players I coach, and we have the chance to get better."

Alford's termination on Monday left interim athletic director Bruce Warwick and any future permanent director to manage the football program's finances. Norvell signed an eight-year extension worth more than $84 million through 2031, with a buyout that could exceed $50 million if he were released before the end of 2026.

The coach entered the season under pressure after back-to-back losing campaigns in 2024 (2-10) and 2025 (5-7), despite a strong start in 2025 that included a win over then-#8 Alabama. Florida State will travel to Tuscaloosa on Saturday, seeking its first road victory since 2023.

The outcome of the game is expected to influence the level of media attention surrounding the program and the moving-truck rumors.