Former Alabama coach Nick Saban said he isn't surprised by the recent string of high-profile firings in college football because fans and alumni who donate money to programs now are more influential than ever because of Name, Image and Likeness and revenue sharing.

There have already been nine in-season firings at FBS schools this season, including six at programs in Power Four conferences.

"You know, I'm not [ surprised ] because everybody's raising money to pay players," Saban said. "So, the people that are giving the money think they have a voice and they're just like a bunch of fans. When they get frustrated and disappointed, they put pressure on the [ athletics directors ] to take action, and it's the way of the world."

On Sunday, Florida fired Billy Napier , who was

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