$38 million college football coach replaces Lane Kiffin as new favorite at Florida

Amid college football coaching rumors, Washington's Jedd Fisch has emerged as the leading candidate for the Florida Gators' head coach position, according to recent betting odds. Fisch, a Florida alum and former graduate assistant under Steve Spurrier, has seen his odds of landing the job rise to 41%, while Lane Kiffin's chances have fallen to 35%. USC's Lincoln Riley is a distant third with 13%.

The Gators are seeking a new head coach following the dismissal of Billy Napier. Kiffin has been a long-time favorite for the role, but Florida, LSU, and Ole Miss are all reportedly prepared to offer Kiffin significant salary packages, potentially reaching $14 million annually, and substantial NIL investments.

Fisch's candidacy comes after a successful stint at Arizona, where he achieved a 10-win season in 2023, before taking over at Washington in 2024. Despite having five years left on his contract with Washington, Fisch's potential return