With mounting calls from fans for him to be fired, Norvell could still be let go before December depending how his team performs in upcoming games.

Monday morning offered, if nothing else, a lowering of the temperature regarding any immediate action. Alford promised a "comprehensive assessment" of Norvell's program at the end of the season but pledged that Florida State was "fully committed" to helping the football team rebound in the coming weeks.

Florida State would have to write Mike Norvell a massive check in order to fire him, even after he restructured his contract in the offseason.

Florida State athletic director Michael Alford says he is “fully committed” to helping coach Mike Norvell and his team “strongly rebound in the coming weeks.”