According to a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel on Saturday, Jon Sumrall, the current head coach of Tulane University, has become the leading candidate to take over the University of Florida’s football program.
Thamel indicated that Sumrall’s success in turning Tulane into a competitive program has drawn strong interest from Florida’s athletic department. Discussions are reportedly progressing quickly, though no official agreement has been finalized yet.
"Tulane’s Jon Sumrall is the new favorite to be Florida's next head coach," Pete Thamel reported.
Sumrall’s leadership and consistent performance have made him one of the most promising names in college football’s current coaching market. His potential hiring would mark Florida’s next step in rebuilding its football program following recent struggles.
Jon Sumrall, Tulane’s head coach, has reportedly become Florida’s top choice for its next football head coach, signaling major changes for the Gators’ program.