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Coach Jon Sumrall Loses Father, Prepares for Playoff Game

12/20/2025

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Tulane coach Jon Sumrall announced his father George died in his sleep at age 77 after health issues.
Sumrall said George attended Tulane's AAC championship victory and announcement of Sumrall's hiring as Florida's coach.
Despite loss, Sumrall will continue coaching Tulane as they prepare for a Playoff game against Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi.
The winner of the Ole Miss game will advance to face Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.

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Tulane coach Jon Sumrall announced his father George died in his sleep at age 77 after health issues.
Sumrall said George attended Tulane's AAC championship victory and announcement of Sumrall's hiring as Florida's coach.
Despite loss, Sumrall will continue coaching Tulane as they prepare for a Playoff game against Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi.
The winner of the Ole Miss game will advance to face Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.