Michael Kelly Norvell ( Mike Norvell ) date of birth, 11 October 1981) from Irving, Texas. He played wide receiver for coach Mike Barber. A former Houston Oilers tight end, at Grace Preparatory Academy in Arlington, Texas. Norvell graduated and walked on at Louisiana Tech in 2000. Before transferring to the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) in 2001. He caught 213 passes for 2,611 yards and 15 touchdowns at UCA both school records. As a senior in 2005, he helped the team win the Gulf South Conference title and reach the NCAA Division II playoffs quarterfinals.
Coaching Career
In 2006, he started his coaching career at UCA as a graduate assistant. He was then a graduate assistant at Tulsa from 2007-2008, before working his way up to passing game coordinator/wide receivers coach. He spent the 2011 season as Pittsburgh’s co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach. The next year, he went to Arizona State. Where he became associate head coach while also serving as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.
Mike Norvell became the youngest FBS head coach at the time. When he took over for Justin Fuente in December 2015 and immediately brought success to Memphis. Its the 2016 season he included a win in the Peach Bowl. Memphis had a very successful run under his watch, including a 12–1 season and an American Athletic Conference (AAC) title in 2019. He was able to bring electric offenses and get teams far while at Memphis.
Step Tenure at Florida State University
Mike Norvell was named head football coach at Florida State University on December 8, 2019. It was a six-year deal worth $26.5 million at the time. Norvell faced adversity in his first season, resulting in a disappointing 3–6 mark and a serious bout with COVID-19. But he remained committed to restoring the program. In following seasons the team progressed, culminating in a 10–3 record during the 2022 season. The first double-digit win campaign for the Seminoles since 2016.
Mike Norvell has been well entrenched, as Florida State signed Norvell to a new deal. That extends through 2031 back in February of 2023. This season was even more special, going 13–0 overall and winning the ACC title during the 2023 season. The performance of the team was simply commendable, despite being ranked fifth in the final rankings from the College Football Playoff committee and missing the playoff. Norvell was named ACC Coach of the Year. Bobby Dodd Trophy winner, and Paul “Bear” Bryant National Coach of the Year.
Personal Life
Mike Norvell: Husband of Maria Chiolino (met while at the University of Central Arkansas). They have a daughter named Mila, who was born on June 23rd, 2014. Maria has been an avid partner in Norvell’s coaching career, not shying away from community events and cheering on at team-oriented activities. They are a private family but are active in charitable and community efforts.
Career Earnings and Contract Details
Mike Norvell Net Worth in 2024: $53 million His deal runs through 2031 and was extended this February, with an average annual salary of around $8.05 million that still has him among the highest-paid coaches in college football. On top of that, the contract includes performance bonuses as well for things like bowl games, conference championships, and national titles. Such incentives highlight the level of success that the university strives for as well as the competitiveness remaining in football.
Recent Developments
August 2024 Start the season against Georgia Tech in Dublin (FSU’s first international game). It was a telecast live across ESPN as part of the 2024 Aer Lingus College Football Classic. With hopes of capitalizing on the success of last season and perhaps breaking into a 12-team College Football Playoff, it was supposed to be an exciting season for the Seminoles. That preparation this year includes turning over most of the roster, with 17 transfer additions including former Oregon State quarterback Dj Uiagalelei. With Norvell having injected some talent into the team too, these are all moves that showcase his willingness to make the team national contenders once more.
