This is a GOOD thing. The team is improving and playing hard for Napier while teams like FSU quit all season. Freshman are the best part of this team. Hitting reset now would be a mistake.
Keeping Napier isn't the right move. The current recruiting class is a huge concern. The bar is too low at Florida. Stickling is accepting mediocrity. UF is 1-10 against rivals under Napier. Yikes. Ron Zook's teams played hard and won a lot more than Napier--Zook was 23-14--yet he was sent packing. Muschamp was 8-games over .500, McElwain was 10-games over .500 and Mullen was 34-15. All were fired.
@@DrillpinkIf the university was serious about winning National championships again, they would throw the bag at anyone. The school doesn’t care about winning in football anymore. Pretty simple stuff lil bro.
@@michaeljohnson9877literally anyone else. Napier has proved multiple times he’s not the guy, and he can’t recruit which was supposed to be his strong suit. Napier is a BUM
I read the entire statement. There is no reference to 2025 or any mention of how long they keep Napier. It is purposely vague. I don’t think Strickland has done any interviews since it was released.
I like the analogy, but completely disagree. He’s got a team that follows him and we have the players to compete. Think of all the next recruits that will want to play with DJ and crew. Recruiting will be solid and ideally attrition will be minimal.
Man I had given up on Napier. But… these last few games have changed my mind. I’m okay with this now after seeing the young talent step up. Now we need to buy a bunch of players like host mentioned here.
Same, I don't know what on earth they did during that bye week to fix the defense but I gotta give him credit. I'm fine with him not being fired. Really the only thing holding him back is his stubborn pride when it comes to hiring a play caller.
I have to ask, what gives you any incentive to think this will happen? The team is approach 4 losing seasons and Billy has been resistant to do massive changes. The narrative this year was 5 to 6 games, he keeps his job. Well the schedule next year is the same....just flipped. Will the narrative be the same, probably. Are you ok with that?
Thank you Scott Stricklin for your steady hand and head. The Florida football team is playing hard for two reasons: Billy Napier (his staff) and the character of his players. Slow and steady wins the race as a famous Greek says......no fable. Character matters and Billy has it. Not so sure most Florida fans do. But time will tell, if Napier is given the time to attract the players like those he has.
I don't know why y'all keep whining about getting an OC when y'all know damn well its not going to matter because billy ain't about to give up calling plays Jesus
I'd love to see in what could be his last year what the team would look like with a competent OC. I think the team believes in Billy thats been obvious this year with the turn around on defense. The offense is just so much better with DJ, would love to see an OC running the offense and just let Billy be the GM of the team.
Stricklin had to say something or the recruiting class was going to completely disintegrate. Spend the buyout money on some players! I see the nucleus of a young talented team that needs a few veterans to get it over the hump. Having DJ is going to attract talent.
@ Napier was a dead man walking before the season began. How did you expect him to recruit? If Napier was fired this season, next season rebuild is a loss regardless. Lagway leaves. Stricklin is going all in to save his job. I’m not saying I love it but I understand the why.
@@charlesbartlett2569Just putting off the inevitable - Recruits will not be interested next year either - Expect a few of the freshmen and sophomores to transfer this year to more competitive teams.
To me it means they weren’t confident in getting Lane or Cignetti this offseason. Doing this now gives them a chance to recover in recruiting and keep your young roster.
He has, and I think that's why he's supporting Napier. When Napier goes, Strickland does too( or he should). Firing just Napier wouldn't solve much, Strickland would just go on to a terrible overpriced hire that the Gators will end up paying for years after he's fired. How many times does this have to happen before the idiot Strickland gets the boot?
DJ MADE IT CLEAR AFTER THE SAMFORD GAME GUYS.. HE CAME FLORIDA BECAUSE OF BILLY BUT THE MAIN REASON HE CAME FLORIDA WAS BECAUSE HOW THE FANS SUPPORTED HIM DURING RECRUITMENT.. HE SAID HE A GATOR THROUGH AND THROUGH.. THESE CHANNELS NEEDS VIEWS TO MAKE REVENUE, SO THEY WILL TELL YOU JUST ABOUT ANYTHING DONT FORGET THAT....
GOOD! Napier will be a great coach for Florida if he can make it through this season and hold onto Lagway, Baugh, and Wilson. Character matters. Which is why I would HATE to have Lane Kiffin as a coach. He has repeatedly demonstrated a complete lack of integrity and character. Hard to believe but perhaps losing Etienne was a good thing? (btw, I have been a Gator fan since before 1968)
Good luck getting anyone in the portal to play for that dumpster fire. The Tennessee game should have sealed his fate because he flat out lost them that game
If we are keeping him, now is the time to say so. The recruiting class is poor in part because our fans are screaming to fire him. If that is you… go scream in a pillow… it will help recruiting and have the same impact on the decision… lol
Andy, I told my neighbor that if Florida decided to stick with Napier. They might as well keep him for the entire contract of 7 years. Florida is a mediocre 5 to 6 win program.
UF football is burning to the ground, and the Athletic Director (the Arsonist) thinks the fire is beautiful! Statistically, the worst UF coach in modern history. The bar is set low at UF. It is now the home of Moral Victories. I'm done with the football program. All of our rivals and SEC foes are cheering this move. 1-10 against rivals - 2-13 against ranked teams. Pathetic!
BILLY NAPIER DESERVES NO DAMN CREDIT FOR BEING A LOSER. People like Andy are a part of the damn problem. Trying to spin this damn loser as something that could even be positive is insulting
I'm a GATORS fan...faithful...I want a new and better coach, roster, and results for my Gators. I don't love this move at all, but I do understand the move. I don't agree, but Strickland was never going to fire his guy and there is basically nobody in place that can overrule him right now
Scott basically said “he can lose every game this season and I’ll stick with him.” Talk about giving zero incentive to do better.
This is a GOOD thing. The team is improving and playing hard for Napier while teams like FSU quit all season. Freshman are the best part of this team. Hitting reset now would be a mistake.
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@@kg30004 good thing for our rivals yes
Keeping Napier isn't the right move. The current recruiting class is a huge concern. The bar is too low at Florida. Stickling is accepting mediocrity. UF is 1-10 against rivals under Napier. Yikes. Ron Zook's teams played hard and won a lot more than Napier--Zook was 23-14--yet he was sent packing. Muschamp was 8-games over .500, McElwain was 10-games over .500 and Mullen was 34-15. All were fired.
And who do you suggest we get huh lol there's no proven coach out on the market right now
@@DrillpinkIf the university was serious about winning National championships again, they would throw the bag at anyone. The school doesn’t care about winning in football anymore. Pretty simple stuff lil bro.
There is no one out there to replace him. Who are you getting that could run this schedule you believe in right now?
@@michaeljohnson9877literally anyone else. Napier has proved multiple times he’s not the guy, and he can’t recruit which was supposed to be his strong suit. Napier is a BUM
@@michaeljohnson9877Exactly.Better off riding the ship until the right move comes available.
I read the entire statement. There is no reference to 2025 or any mention of how long they keep Napier. It is purposely vague. I don’t think Strickland has done any interviews since it was released.
They need to get an OC
This needs to be said louder. A true OC and Napier needs to only be the ceo.
@@jrelldunYou have 1 billy😂😂😂
@@Drillpinkhis record reflects that too.
Keeping Napier for Lagway is like your house burning down but instead of putting out the fire, you water the chandelier so it doesn't burn.
I like the analogy, but completely disagree. He’s got a team that follows him and we have the players to compete. Think of all the next recruits that will want to play with DJ and crew. Recruiting will be solid and ideally attrition will be minimal.
Man I had given up on Napier. But… these last few games have changed my mind. I’m okay with this now after seeing the young talent step up. Now we need to buy a bunch of players like host mentioned here.
Yeah 1-11 vs rivals and 19 losses in 2.5 years is going to attract the best players. Losers
Same, I don't know what on earth they did during that bye week to fix the defense but I gotta give him credit. I'm fine with him not being fired. Really the only thing holding him back is his stubborn pride when it comes to hiring a play caller.
I have to ask, what gives you any incentive to think this will happen? The team is approach 4 losing seasons and Billy has been resistant to do massive changes. The narrative this year was 5 to 6 games, he keeps his job. Well the schedule next year is the same....just flipped. Will the narrative be the same, probably. Are you ok with that?
FIRE STRICKLAND!
Good! I've always said give Napier 5 seasons.
I'm sure Georgia Fans agree with this also
There is no chance for Billy. He has had all the chances he needs. Strickland has no vision.
as a uga fan, i hope they keep him for the next 20 yrs
So you can win another game because the QB got hurt? Sounds about right.
lagway wouldn't have won either lmao, because he's had 3 losing seasons in a row and it's hilarious
We are picking up!
Florida is a second tier program
DEAD PROGRAM LOL
KEEP HIM FOREVER 💯💯💯
Thank you Scott Stricklin for your steady hand and head. The Florida football team is playing hard for two reasons: Billy Napier (his staff) and the character of his players. Slow and steady wins the race as a famous Greek says......no fable. Character matters and Billy has it. Not so sure most Florida fans do. But time will tell, if Napier is given the time to attract the players like those he has.
Dan Thompson was in the crowd in the opening minute b roll
November 30 will be a key date - he'll be out if he loses that day
Just a stupid decision. Our program going right down the drain
Facts College Playoffs Or Bust 🧡💙
I don't know why y'all keep whining about getting an OC when y'all know damn well its not going to matter because billy ain't about to give up calling plays Jesus
We ranked #51 in recruiting and horrible record versus our rivals enough said right there!
I'd love to see in what could be his last year what the team would look like with a competent OC. I think the team believes in Billy thats been obvious this year with the turn around on defense. The offense is just so much better with DJ, would love to see an OC running the offense and just let Billy be the GM of the team.
What's the point of getting an oc when you know Billy ain't giving up calling plays 😐
@@Drillpink well my hopes would be he would and just be the GM of the team
Stricklin had to say something or the recruiting class was going to completely disintegrate. Spend the buyout money on some players! I see the nucleus of a young talented team that needs a few veterans to get it over the hump. Having DJ is going to attract talent.
It already has imploded. We are ranked in the 50s, with a couple of pending decommitments.
@ Napier was a dead man walking before the season began. How did you expect him to recruit? If Napier was fired this season, next season rebuild is a loss regardless. Lagway leaves. Stricklin is going all in to save his job. I’m not saying I love it but I understand the why.
@@charlesbartlett2569Just putting off the inevitable - Recruits will not be interested next year either - Expect a few of the freshmen and sophomores to transfer this year to more competitive teams.
@ A lot hinges on Lagway’s decision. Lagway is definitely out if Napier is fired.
What a joke
And that also tells me Stricklin thinks Napier is a better HC then Kiffin, Ryan Day...etc that's insane to me!
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This is bull****....No!! We dont want him here....Get the heck out!!!! 🤬😡
UF just set themselves back by 5 years.
I think this sets it back 10-15 tbh
Strickland doesn’t wanna lose his job 😂😂😂
To me it means they weren’t confident in getting Lane or Cignetti this offseason. Doing this now gives them a chance to recover in recruiting and keep your young roster.
Plus if the money backs the team unlike past yrs then who knows what will happen in the portal.
So five losing seasons in a row. Nice.
Scott Stricklin has destroyed this football program
He has, and I think that's why he's supporting Napier. When Napier goes, Strickland does too( or he should). Firing just Napier wouldn't solve much, Strickland would just go on to a terrible overpriced hire that the Gators will end up paying for years after he's fired. How many times does this have to happen before the idiot Strickland gets the boot?
Facts!
Stricklin has decided to go full on "Thelma & Louise" with SBB. Enjoy the ride over the cliff!
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DJ MADE IT CLEAR AFTER THE SAMFORD GAME GUYS.. HE CAME FLORIDA BECAUSE OF BILLY BUT THE MAIN REASON HE CAME FLORIDA WAS BECAUSE HOW THE FANS SUPPORTED HIM DURING RECRUITMENT.. HE SAID HE A GATOR THROUGH AND THROUGH.. THESE CHANNELS NEEDS VIEWS TO MAKE REVENUE, SO THEY WILL TELL YOU JUST ABOUT ANYTHING DONT FORGET THAT....
We can’t afford to lose all of our young talent to the portal. Let’s build a dynasty!
GOOD! Napier will be a great coach for Florida if he can make it through this season and hold onto Lagway, Baugh, and Wilson. Character matters. Which is why I would HATE to have Lane Kiffin as a coach. He has repeatedly demonstrated a complete lack of integrity and character. Hard to believe but perhaps losing Etienne was a good thing? (btw, I have been a Gator fan since before 1968)
I think it's the best move just wait until you can get the next Spurrier
shut up
Don’t know if Lane is leaving a Playoff Team. So they probably wouldn’t get Lane
I feel like I'm living in The Upsidedown the past couple of days. The hits just keep coming.
Good luck getting anyone in the portal to play for that dumpster fire. The Tennessee game should have sealed his fate because he flat out lost them that game
Welp Miami putting Belt to Ass next yr too. #BacktoBackStateChamps 😎🙌🏾
So thankful for Coach Napier and our football team Praise The Lord 🙏 ♥️
Thankful for what?? 15-18 overall record? 1-9 against rivals? Losing with integrity?people like you are part of the problem..
@@AdamMurr-l6qfacts
I hate AD Scott Stricklin aka Mr. Pickleball!
Jeremiah Smith
He’ll be in Miami next year if he goes anywhere
Another year of clickbait for you guys
guess Im done with football. Florida doesn't want to win anymore.
Yep
I like it we started ugly but everyone we lost against is a playoff contender right now.
That's the problem. Shouldn't we be playoffs contenders in year 3? Meanwhile we aren't even bowl eligible 😂 But Go Gators i guess🫠
Wait til Texas beats us 41-0 this weekend lol
@@jonathan2014mhs Gators aren't going anywhere but the toilet
These fans cool with losing
@@MontiMorris absolutely they even celebrate it what a disgrace
Florida football is OFFICIALLY a dead program. Sad.
Not remotely true. Team is gonna be a threat next year.
@ THAT is not remotely true hahaha
Billy Napier is a proven LOSER. He is a master of disappointment. You’re delusional.
@@kg30004a threat to finish last in the SEC. We suck, and our coach is a moron. The Only bigger moron is our AD.
Strickland is full of shit. He just trying to save his job. My GOD please help Florida.
The motto at FL use to be bring in the right coach and that means Natty - and his isn’t the case now in the NIL world of today
If we are keeping him, now is the time to say so. The recruiting class is poor in part because our fans are screaming to fire him. If that is you… go scream in a pillow… it will help recruiting and have the same impact on the decision… lol
Andy, I told my neighbor that if Florida decided to stick with Napier. They might as well keep him for the entire contract of 7 years. Florida is a mediocre 5 to 6 win program.
This really sucks
Sooo much better without the portly failed New York Times reporter
UF is cooked
UF football is burning to the ground, and the Athletic Director (the Arsonist) thinks the fire is beautiful! Statistically, the worst UF coach in modern history. The bar is set low at UF. It is now the home of Moral Victories. I'm done with the football program. All of our rivals and SEC foes are cheering this move. 1-10 against rivals - 2-13 against ranked teams. Pathetic!
TN hired 3 bad coaches in a row just sayin
Big names will NOT play for a loser like Napier.
BILLY NAPIER DESERVES NO DAMN CREDIT FOR BEING A LOSER.
People like Andy are a part of the damn problem. Trying to spin this damn loser as something that could even be positive is insulting
I'm a GATORS fan...faithful...I want a new and better coach, roster, and results for my Gators. I don't love this move at all, but I do understand the move. I don't agree, but Strickland was never going to fire his guy and there is basically nobody in place that can overrule him right now
We have no recruiting class this year. He slow as hell to get players out of the port. Buckle up it’s gonna be a rough ride. Go GATORS 🐊
This announcement will help recruiting. Kids don’t commit to a coach that could be fired.
Hey Andy, my friend said that his wife cheated on him the first three years, but in year 4, she is showing progress. Should he keep her?