History of Jimbo Fisher in Timeline
Jimbo Fisher is a well-known figure in American college football. He served as the head coach at Texas A&M from 2018 to 2023. Before his time at Texas A&M, Fisher held the head coaching position at Florida State University. A highlight of his coaching career at Florida State was leading the Seminoles to victory in the 2014 BCS National Championship game. His career ended in 2023 when he was terminated by Texas A&M.
1939: Previous High Ranking for Aggies
In 1939, the Aggies previously held their highest postseason ranking prior to the 2020 season.
October 9, 1965: Birth of Jimbo Fisher
Jimbo Fisher was born on October 9, 1965.
1972: Previous Six-Game Losing Streak
The last time the Aggies experienced a six-game losing streak before 2022 was in 1972.
1985: Starts Playing at Salem College
Jimbo Fisher began playing quarterback at Salem College under Terry Bowden in 1985.
1986: Continues Playing at Salem College
Jimbo Fisher continued playing quarterback at Salem College in 1986.
1987: NCAA Division III National Player of the Year
In 1987, Jimbo Fisher was named the NCAA Division III National Player of the Year as a senior at Samford University.
1988: Begins Coaching Career at Samford
Jimbo Fisher started his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Samford in 1988.
1990: Becomes Offensive Coordinator at Samford
By 1990, Jimbo Fisher had become the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Samford.
1995: Previous Aggie Victory over LSU
Prior to 2018, Texas A&M last defeated LSU in a football game in 1995.
1998: Leaves Auburn
Jimbo Fisher left Auburn in 1998 after Terry Bowden's mid-season resignation and Tommy Tuberville taking over.
1999: First Championship Since 1999
The 2014 championship win was Florida State's first national championship win since 1999.
2000: Joins LSU Staff
Jimbo Fisher joined Nick Saban's staff at LSU in 2000.
2003: First 10-Win Season Since 2003
In his first season as head coach, Fisher led the Seminoles to their first 10-win season since 2003.
2006: Job Offer Controversy and Move to Florida State
In 2006, a job offer to Fisher from UAB was vetoed, and he subsequently became offensive coordinator at Florida State.
December 1, 2009: Bobby Bowden Announces Retirement
Bobby Bowden announced his retirement on December 1, 2009.
January 7, 2010: Officially Introduced as Head Coach
On January 7, 2010, Jimbo Fisher was officially introduced as the head football coach at Florida State.
2010: Wins Gator Bowl and Becomes Head Coach
In 2010, Fisher led Florida State to victory in the Gator Bowl and then became head coach of the Seminoles.
January 2011: Head Coach in Waiting
If Jimbo Fisher was not named head coach by January 2011, he was to be paid $5 million.
2011: 9-4 Season and Champs Sports Bowl Win
In 2011, Fisher's Seminoles finished 9-4 and won the Champs Sports Bowl.
2011: Son's Diagnosis and Founding of Kidz1stFund
In 2011, Jimbo Fisher's son, Ethan, was diagnosed with Fanconi anemia. Following the diagnosis, Fisher and his then-wife Candi founded the Kidz1stFund to support research for the disease.
2011: First Time Out of Polls Since 2011
The loss against NC State marked the first time the Seminoles fell out of the Top 25 since 2011.
2012: Texas A&M Joins the SEC
In 2012, Texas A&M joined the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
2012: Conference Title and Orange Bowl Victory
In 2012, the Seminoles won their first conference title in seven years and won the Orange Bowl.
2013: Declining Player Motivation After 2013
Players seemed to lose motivation after the 2013 championship win according to the Bleacher Report Article.
2013: National Championship Season Plateau
The 2013 national championship marked the peak of Fisher's success at Florida State.
2014: BCS National Championship Victory
In 2014, Jimbo Fisher led Florida State to a BCS National Championship victory.
2016: Losses and Historic Defeats
In 2016, the Seminoles suffered a historic 63-20 loss to Louisville.
December 1, 2017: Jimbo Fisher Resigns from Florida State
On December 1, 2017, Jimbo Fisher resigned from his position as head coach at Florida State University to take on the same role at Texas A&M University.
2017: Season-Opening Loss and Losing Record
In 2017, the Seminoles had a losing record and quarterback Deondre Francois suffered a season-ending injury in the opening game.
August 2018: Fisher Explains Move to Texas A&M
In August 2018, Jimbo Fisher explained his decision to join Texas A&M, citing factors such as his relationship with athletic director Scott Woodward, the university's culture and academics, and its facilities.
2018: Successful First Season at Texas A&M
In 2018, Jimbo Fisher led Texas A&M to a 9-4 record and a second-place finish in the SEC West, their best since joining the conference in 2012. This season included a record-breaking 7-overtime win against LSU, the Aggies' first victory over the Tigers since 1995.
2018: Head Coach at Texas A&M
Jimbo Fisher became the head coach at Texas A&M in 2018.
2018: Original Contract Signing
Jimbo Fisher initially signed his contract with Texas A&M in 2018.
2019: Bleacher Report Exposes Program Issues
A 2019 Bleacher Report article detailed issues within the Florida State program under Fisher, including poor academic progress and declining player motivation after the 2013 championship.
2020: Aggies Achieve High Ranking Amidst COVID-19
During the shortened 2020 season, Texas A&M achieved a 9-1 record and their highest postseason ranking (#4) since 1939. They narrowly missed the College Football Playoff.
2020: Fisher's Second Marriage
Jimbo Fisher married his second wife in the summer of 2020.
December 1, 2021: Buyout Deadline
Before December 1, 2021, firing Fisher without cause would have resulted in a record-breaking buyout.
2021: Ups and Downs for the Aggies
In 2021, Texas A&M experienced a mixed season. Despite starting 3-0 and a landmark victory against Nick Saban's Alabama team, they faced setbacks with losses to ranked opponents and their starting quarterback's injury. They finished 8-4.
January 1, 2022: Fisher's Contract Extension and Buyout
Jimbo Fisher's contract was extended through the 2031 season, with his annual pay increasing to $9 million starting January 1, 2022. A substantial buyout clause was included.
2022: Aggies Struggle with Losses
The 2022 season proved challenging for the Aggies, with six losses in their first nine games, including an upset by Appalachian State, marking their first six-game losing streak since 1972.
November 12, 2023: Fisher Fired from Texas A&M
On November 12, 2023, Jimbo Fisher was fired from his head coaching position at Texas A&M. He received a $77.5 million buyout.
2023: End of Tenure at Texas A&M
Jimbo Fisher's time as head coach at Texas A&M ended in 2023.
2031: Contract Extension Through 2031
Fisher's contract was extended through the year 2031.
