FIU Head Coach Willie Simmons’ Salary, Career Record, Age & Resume

FIU went 4-8 each of the past three seasons, with a collective 6-18 mark against Conference USA teams during that stretch. That led to head coach Mike MacIntyre being fired.

Willie Simmons, formerly a coach at Duke and Florida A&M, was hired as FIU’s next head coach. The Golden Panthers hope this new era with Simmons as their leader results in more wins.

Here’s more about Willie Simmons and his resume.

What’s FIU Head Coach Willie Simmons’ Salary?

Willie Simmons reportedly agreed to a four-year deal worth $750,000 per year at FIU. Previous FIU head coach Mike MacIntyre received $750,000 in total pay in 2024, according to USA Today.

Willie Simmons’ Coaching History

What’s FIU Head Coach Willie Simmons’ Record?

Willie Simmons is 0-0 in the FBS as a head coach. He had a combined overall record of 66-24 at Florida A&M and Prairie View A&M.

How Old Is FIU Head Coach Willie Simmons?

Willie Simmons is 44 years old.

FIU Head Coach Willie Simmons’ Background

Simmons had the kind of head coaching experience FIU was clearly looking for.

Simmons was in his first season at Duke in 2024 after previously being the head coach at Florida A&M. In six years there, Simmons went 45-13 and 34-5 against SWAC opponents. In 2023, a year when Simmons was the SWAC Coach of the Year, the Rattlers won their first SWAC title and the Celebration Bowl. They also were fifth in the FCS rankings. He coached multiple All-American players like Isaiah Land, who was the Buck Buchanan Award winner in 2021.

Before going to Florida A&M, he was the head coach at Prairie View A&M from 2015-17. He had a winning record there as well, going 21-11.

Previously, he was an offensive coordinator and running backs coach at Alcorn State (2012-14). But he also has other FBS experience, having been an offensive coordinator, running backs coach, and passing game coordinator at Middle Tennessee (2007-11). He was also a graduate assistant at Clemson in 2006.