The Florida Gators are transitioning away from pursuing Lane Kiffin as their next head coach, as sources indicate he has declined a significant offer from the university. With Kiffin now focusing on opportunities at Ole Miss and LSU, Florida has turned its attention to Jon Sumrall, the head coach of Tulane, who has emerged as a clear favorite for the position. As the Gators seek to pivot their coaching search amidst mounting fan frustration and internal pressure, they are reportedly willing to offer Sumrall an eight-figure salary to lead the program. This shift follows a series of attempts to land Kiffin, leaving Florida in search of a new direction as the coaching carousel continues to spin.