Florida Makes Coaching Change After 3-4 Start
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Final Record: 22-23
Tenure: 3 Seasons (2022-2025)
Interim Head Coach: Billy Gonzales
After a 3-4 start to the 2025 season, the University of Florida has parted ways with head coach Billy Napier. Wide receivers coach Billy Gonzales will serve as interim head coach for the remainder of the season as the Gators begin their search for new leadership.
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The Florida Gators have fired head coach Billy Napier after a 3-4 start to the 2025 season. Napier finished with a 22-23 record in three seasons.
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.
A look back at Billy Napier's final moments as Florida's head coach following the 23-21 victory over Mississippi State.
With Billy Napier out, Florida begins its search for a new head coach. Here's what's next for the Gators program.
The University of Florida has made the decision to move in a new direction. The search for the next head coach begins as the Gators look to return to championship contention.
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