(BCSNN) — The head coach firings are coming hot and heavy lately, but nothing is happening in Tallahassee... yet. Florida State athletic director Michael Alford announced that the university will conduct a comprehensive review of the football program at the end of the season, amid growing speculation about head coach Mike Norvell’s future.

The statement comes after the Seminoles dropped their fourth straight game, falling 20–13 to Stanford in a contest marred by 13 penalties and a loss to a backup quarterback making his collegiate debut.

"We rightfully have high expectations in everything we do to represent Florida State in the manner that built our reputation as one of college football's best programs, cultivating an extraordinary group of supporters nationally and globally," said Alford.

The Seminoles (3–4, 0–4 ACC) began the season with a signature 31–17 win over Alabama and raced to a 3–0 start, but a double-overtime loss to Virginia triggered a four-game slide. All four defeats have come by one score, and Florida State has now lost nine consecutive ACC games dating back to 2024. Since winning the ACC title in 2023, the program is just 5–15 overall, including a lopsided Orange Bowl loss to Georgia.

Norvell, in his sixth season, made sweeping staff changes last offseason, hiring Gus Malzahn as offensive coordinator and Tony White to lead the defense. He also brought in transfer quarterback Tommy Castellanos to reset the offense. While the team showed promise early, recurring issues—turnovers, penalties, and blown assignments—have resurfaced in ACC play, fueling fan frustration and calls for change.

Alford’s statement emphasized disappointment with the season’s trajectory but reaffirmed support for Norvell in the short term. “We embrace those expectations while also sharing the deep disappointment when results on the field are short of that standard,” Alford said. “We are fully committed to helping Coach Norvell and the 2025 Seminoles strongly rebound.” Florida State is on a bye before hosting Wake Forest on Nov. 1.

If Florida State were to part ways with Norvell, the buyout would total approximately $54 million, with staff compensation pushing the figure to $72 million. For now, the administration is standing by its coach, but the final five games of the season may determine the program’s next chapter