Quick Info
| Profession | American football coach |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/07/1979 |
| Age | 47 years |
| Birthplace | Cookeville, Tennessee, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about Billy Napier
NC State fired head coach Dave Doeren after 14 seasons, opening its first football coaching search since 2012. James Madison coach Billy Napier was reported among the candidates, having led the Dukes to a 7-1 start in his first season there. Napier's overall head coaching record is 69-36.
James Madison University announced Billy Napier as its new head football coach, replacing Bob Chesney, who left for UCLA. Napier returns to the Sun Belt Conference, where he previously built the Louisiana program, and reportedly signed a five-year contract. He was set to lead the Dukes beginning with the 2026 season.
Florida fired Billy Napier after a 3-4 start to the 2025 season, ending his four-year run with the Gators. The decision came shortly after a win over Mississippi State, and wide receivers coach Billy Gonzales was named interim head coach.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | William Hall Napier |
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| Known For | College football coaching |
| Awards | Two-time Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year while at Louisiana |
| Current Role | Head coach, James Madison University (from 2026 season) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Furman University |
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| Degree | Bachelor's degree in health and exercise science |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Ali |
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Family
| Father | Bill Napier |
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Career
| Playing Career | Quarterback at Furman from 1999 to 2002 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played college football as a quarterback at Furman | |
| 2. Was a two-time All-Southern Conference selection | |
| 3. Grew up in Chatsworth, Georgia | |
| 4. His father was also a high school football coach | |
| 5. Was a finalist for the Walter Payton Award in his senior year at Furman | |
| 6. Known for the phrase "Scared money don't make money" among Florida fans |
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