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Mullen's Firing and Florida's Decline | Wilmington News
Dan Mullen’s fiery exit from Florida wasn’t just about wins—it was about unmet championship expectations. Despite a 34-15 record, he was let go after failing to deliver an SEC or national title since 1990, a standard that left no room for error. He believes the College Football Playoff era might’ve saved his job, as Florida likely would’ve made it three times in his final four years. His loyalty to underperforming assistants like Todd Grantham, combined with a brutal 2-9 stretch against Power Five foes and recruiting setbacks, sealed his fate. While he still harbors resentment over being…
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