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P.J. Fleck Eyes High-Profile Coaching Vacancies Amid Success

11/1/2025

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Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck is emerging as a candidate for jobs at Florida, Penn State, and UCLA.
Despite a 41-3 loss to Iowa, insiders say Fleck's bowl wins and ranked-opponent wins keep him in consideration.
He has a .600 winning percentage, best for a Gophers coach since 1950, and is under contract through 2030.
With several vacancies expected, Fleck's future will be watched as the season progresses.

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Story summary

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck is emerging as a candidate for jobs at Florida, Penn State, and UCLA.
Despite a 41-3 loss to Iowa, insiders say Fleck's bowl wins and ranked-opponent wins keep him in consideration.
He has a .600 winning percentage, best for a Gophers coach since 1950, and is under contract through 2030.
With several vacancies expected, Fleck's future will be watched as the season progresses.