Jon Sumrall Named Florida Gators Head Coach

University of Florida Announces Historic Coaching Hire

Official Announcement: November 30, 2025

✓ OFFICIAL: NEW HEAD COACH

Jon Sumrall: Florida's 31st Head Football Coach

Previous Position: Head Coach, Tulane University

Career Record: 42-11 (.792 Win %)

Championships: 4 Conference Title Game Appearances

Notable: Only coach in FBS history to reach conference title games at two different schools in first 4 years

The University of Florida has named Jon Sumrall as the Gators' 31st head football coach. Known for his energy, championship pedigree, and program-building expertise, Coach Sumrall brings a proven track record of rapid turnarounds and sustained success. He will officially begin after Tulane's AAC Championship Game on December 5, 2025.

Florida Athletic Director Scott Stricklin on Jon Sumrall:

"Jon Sumrall is a proven winner and an exceptional leader who has built successful programs at every stop. He brings tremendous energy, strong recruiting relationships across our footprint, and a philosophy rooted in toughness, discipline and player development."

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Florida Gators Official

University of Florida Names Jon Sumrall Head Football Coach

Jon Sumrall, who has made four conference championship game appearances in his first four years as a head coach, has been named the 31st head football coach at the University of Florida.

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ESPN

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The Independent Florida Alligator

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Billy Napier's tenure as Florida's head coach has come to an end. Wide receivers coach Billy Gonzales will serve as interim head coach for the remainder of the season.

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A New Era of Florida Gators Football Begins

With Jon Sumrall leading the program, the Florida Gators embark on an exciting new chapter. A proven championship builder with a remarkable track record of rapid program turnarounds, Coach Sumrall brings elite energy, discipline, and winning experience to Gainesville.

Jon Sumrall's Impressive Coaching Resume:

Career Record:

42-11 (.792)

Conference Titles:

2 (Troy 2022, 2023)

Championship Games:

4 in 4 seasons

NFL Draft Picks:

15 players

Welcome to The Swamp, Coach Sumrall!

Go Gators! 🐊