Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney criticized a fan protest at Florida State University calling for the dismissal of an individual referred to as "Novell." The protest, which featured "Fire Novell" signage, drew Swinney's ire during a recent media availability.
Swinney's comments came on November 1, 2026, as reported by the Tallahassee Democrat. He did not elaborate on the specifics of the protest but expressed disapproval of the fans' actions.
