Florida football sticks with Billy Napier: Inside the Gators' gamble Posted Nov 9, 2024 Florida's decision to have Billy Napier continue as head coach is the top-line takeaway from the open letter athletic director Scott Stricklin penned to fans Thursday. For all intents and purposes, Napier is expected to be the Gators' coach next fall, but it's not like this was an announcement of an extension. As such, it creates a two-pronged question. (CBS Sports)