Florida’s decision to fire Billy Napier has kicked the SEC coaching orbit into overdrive. Over the weekend, it also and revived long-shot chatter that Nick Saban could be a target. That prospect humorously drew the attention of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

In reality, Florida will attempt to land a premiere coach to fill the gap, with Lane Kiffin seen as their top target. But one publication spun another possibility.

Likely for the next decade every time a big job opens up, folks will link former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban to it. The Gators are no different, and @CFBTalkDaily on X reported that Florida would be interested in Saban if Saban were interested.

The report was essentially stating the obvious however, yet Florida Governor Ron DeSantis pointed that out with a hilarious post in reply.

“Sources confirm that I am ‘interested’ in winning the lottery,” DeSantis said.

The Gators hiring Nick Saban is about as likely as Saban coaching Auburn the next time they need a coach, it simply is not going to happen. Seemingly extremely happy doing College GameDay and advocating for the future of the sport, Saban has likely hung up the whistle for good.

Then again, never say never.