Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz dismisses rumors linking him to Florida State, saying he is not a candidate for the Seminoles’ open job. The comments come as Florida State’s coaching situation remains in the spotlight following Mike Norvell’s firing, and as Drinkwitz and Missouri prepare for a demanding stretch, including an upcoming Texas showdown.
Multiple outlets frame the story around Drinkwitz directly “shutting down” speculation. CBS Sports and Yahoo Sports emphasize that he addresses the rumor directly and focuses on the immediate challenge ahead. ESPN likewise highlights his clear message that he is not pursuing the Florida State role. Newsweek adds context about Florida State’s recent leadership change as the reason the rumors are circulating.
Overall, the reporting aligns on Drinkwitz’s denial and his positioning as focused on Missouri, with differences mainly in the amount of Florida State context and the specific event timing each outlet highlights.
