The University of Florida is in need of a new football coach and Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin has been mentioned the most for the job. Florida announced on Sunday that head coach Billy Napier has been fired.

Gators wide receivers head coach Billy Gonzales is expected to take over following Florida's decision to fire Billy Napier.

Facing Mississippi State on Saturday, Florida football looks to rebound in its annual Homecoming game after a 34-17 loss to No. 5 Texas A&M. Since 2000, Florida is 20-5 in Homecoming contests, and it hopes to perpetuate that pattern of success this week.

Florida has played at Texas A&M three teams since the Aggies joined the SEC in 2012 with the results favoring the Gators.

The University of Florida officially parted ways with football head coach Billy Napier after three and a half seasons on Sunday.