Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz has removed himself from consideration for the Florida State head coaching vacancy, prompting an enthusiastic response from Seminoles supporters on social media. The announcement came Wednesday as Florida State continues its search for a permanent replacement.
Drinkwitz, who has led Missouri since 2020, informed university officials he intends to remain with the Tigers program. The news quickly spread across fan forums and social platforms, where Florida State followers expressed relief and satisfaction with the development. Many posted variations of "We Don't Want Him" alongside laughing emojis, indicating strong opposition to his potential candidacy.
The Florida State position opened following the departure of the previous head coach. Athletic department officials have not publicly disclosed a timeline for the hire or a list of remaining candidates. Drinkwitz's withdrawal narrows the field as the Seminoles seek to stabilize a program with high expectations in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
At Missouri, Drinkwitz holds a career record that includes bowl appearances and notable victories in the Southeastern Conference. His decision to stay in Columbia suggests confidence in the Tigers' current trajectory and roster construction for the upcoming season.
