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Florida football coach Billy Napier was fired on Sunday, less than 24 hours after a dramatic win.
Players described Napier's final message to the team as powerful and emotional.
Despite their appreciation for Napier, players understand the business and are focused on finishing the season.
Billy Gonzales will serve as the interim coach, and players are excited about his energy and love for the university.
Saturday night, Oct. 18, Florida football players departed Ben Hill Griffin Stadium full of smiles and off one of the most dramatic wins in recent program history.
After a tumultuous week and with a bye week approaching, the players looked forward to some much-needed time off.
Less than 24 hours later, they piled into the Heavener Football Center on a Sunda