There’s a new twist in the sweepstakes for Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin.

Florida has pulled out of the running for the Kiffin, as it has sensed irregular communication from the coach and believe he’s interested in other options, according to ESPN .

As Florida reportedly shifts its focus from Kiffin, there is optimism after interviewing about a dozen candidates in the search for a head coach after firing Billy Napier in October .

The Gators reportedly expressed interest in Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall, per On3 , and he is expected to make his decision Sunday.

Florida made a big push to land Kiffin, offering him a deal that would make him among the highest-paid coaches in college football with significant incentives, per ESPN.

Florida moving on would indicate Kiffin is now

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