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Florida’s Momentum EXPLODES: Elite Safety Hylton Stubbs Flips from Miami | Gators ‘Building Something Special’
Read full article: Florida’s Momentum EXPLODES: Elite Safety Hylton Stubbs Flips from Miami | Gators ‘Building Something Special’David Waters and Will Miles discuss the major recruiting win for Florida as safety Hylton "Drake" Stubbs flips his commitment from Miami to the Gators.
Florida controls FSU in 31-11 win | OT Tavaris Dice flips from Auburn
Read full article: Florida controls FSU in 31-11 win | OT Tavaris Dice flips from AuburnDavid Waters recaps Florida's 31-11 victory over Florida State and Tavaris Dice's decision to flip his commitment from Auburn to Florida.
Florida runs over Florida State, recovers five fumbles in 31-11 rivalry win
Read full article: Florida runs over Florida State, recovers five fumbles in 31-11 rivalry winMontrell Johnson ran for 99 yards, including a touchdown, and Florida recovered five fumbles in a 31-11 win over Florida State on Saturday.
Florida knocks No. 9 Ole Miss out of College Football Playoff contention, 24-17 in the Swamp
Read full article: Florida knocks No. 9 Ole Miss out of College Football Playoff contention, 24-17 in the SwampDJ Lagway threw two touchdown passes, Montrell Johnson ran for 127 yards and a score, and Florida upset No. 9 Mississippi 24-17 on Saturday to knock the Rebels out of College Football Playoff contention.
DJ Lagway returns and Florida upsets No. 21 LSU 27-16 for 1st series win since 2018
Read full article: DJ Lagway returns and Florida upsets No. 21 LSU 27-16 for 1st series win since 2018DJ Lagway threw for a touchdown and set up another with a long completion in his return from a strained left hamstring, and Florida upset No. 21 LSU 27-16 on Saturday to give the Gators their first series victory since 2018.
Florida says coach Billy Napier on solid ground despite 15-18 record after promising signs
Read full article: Florida says coach Billy Napier on solid ground despite 15-18 record after promising signsFlorida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
PODCAST: Gators’ Offense Adapts Without Lagway; Defense Faces Challenge Against Balanced Texas Attack
Read full article: PODCAST: Gators’ Offense Adapts Without Lagway; Defense Faces Challenge Against Balanced Texas AttackDavid Waters is joined by Gerry Hamilton from On Texas Football for an in-depth preview of the Florida Gators vs. Texas Longhorns matchup.
PODCAST: Florida battles and falls to Georgia 34-20 | DJ Lagway carted off
Read full article: PODCAST: Florida battles and falls to Georgia 34-20 | DJ Lagway carted offDavid Waters reacts to the disappointing outcome of Georgia defeating Florida 34-20 and quarterback DJ Lagway being carted off the field.
Florida freshman QB DJ Lagway leaves game vs. Georgia with an apparent hamstring injury
Read full article: Florida freshman QB DJ Lagway leaves game vs. Georgia with an apparent hamstring injuryFlorida quarterback DJ Lagway has been ruled out of the team's game against No. 2 Georgia with a left hamstring injury.
Jadan Baugh runs for 5 TDs as Florida dominates Kentucky 48-20 for 1st series win since 2020
Read full article: Jadan Baugh runs for 5 TDs as Florida dominates Kentucky 48-20 for 1st series win since 2020Jadan Baugh ran for five touchdowns, tying the school record held by Tim Tebow and Trey Burton, and Florida dominated Kentucky 48-20 for its first victory in the annual series since 2020.
Florida QB Graham Mertz's season and his college career are over because of a knee injury
Read full article: Florida QB Graham Mertz's season and his college career are over because of a knee injuryFlorida coach Billy Napier says quarterback Graham Mertz will miss the remainder of the season because of a knee injury.
Florida Gators Defense Woes, Napier’s Future, and Program Overhaul: Addressing Fan Concerns
Read full article: Florida Gators Defense Woes, Napier’s Future, and Program Overhaul: Addressing Fan ConcernsDavid Waters is joined by Neil Blackmon from Saturday Down South to address fans' concerns about this year's Florida Gators.
Marcel Reed shines in 1st collegiate start as Texas A&M tops Florida 33-20 in the Swamp
Read full article: Marcel Reed shines in 1st collegiate start as Texas A&M tops Florida 33-20 in the SwampBackup quarterback Marcel Reed accounted for three touchdowns in his first collegiate start and Texas A&M dominated Florida 33-20 in what may have been coach Billy Napier’s final game with the Gators.
DJ Lagway lights up the Swamp with 456 yards passing and 3 TDs in 45-7 rout of Samford
Read full article: DJ Lagway lights up the Swamp with 456 yards passing and 3 TDs in 45-7 rout of SamfordHighly touted freshman DJ Lagway threw for 456 yards and three touchdowns in his first collegiate start, and Florida beat lower-division Samford 45-7 to give embattled coach Billy Napier a brief reprieve following a season-opening debacle.
Cam Ward throws for 385 yards and 3 TDs as No. 19 Miami dominates Florida in the Swamp 41-17
Read full article: Cam Ward throws for 385 yards and 3 TDs as No. 19 Miami dominates Florida in the Swamp 41-17Cam Ward threw for 385 yards and three touchdowns while looking cool, calm and collected on a sweltering day in the Swamp and No. 19 Miami dominated Florida 41-17 to give coach Mario Cristobal a signature victory to start his third season at his alma mater.
Coaches Cristobal and Napier will be under microscopes as No. 19 Miami and Florida open in the Swamp
Read full article: Coaches Cristobal and Napier will be under microscopes as No. 19 Miami and Florida open in the SwampMiami coach Mario Cristobal and Florida counterpart Billy Napier will be in the spotlight — under interrogation lamps, really — as much as quarterbacks Cam Ward and Graham Mertz when the No. 19 Hurricanes play at the Swamp on Saturday.
Florida Gators 2024 Fall Camp: DETAILING first scrimmage and fall camp battles
Read full article: Florida Gators 2024 Fall Camp: DETAILING first scrimmage and fall camp battlesDavid Waters discusses the first fall scrimmage for the 2024 Florida Gators, the injury to Jamari Lyons, and position battles.
Florida Gators Fall Camp Update: Montrell Johnson Injured & Eugene Wilson III Feeling ‘Dangerous’
Read full article: Florida Gators Fall Camp Update: Montrell Johnson Injured & Eugene Wilson III Feeling ‘Dangerous’David Waters discusses the injury to Florida Gators running back Montrell Johnson and how the offense will adjust.
Former Florida signee Jaden Rashada sues coach Billy Napier and others over failed $14M NIL deal
Read full article: Former Florida signee Jaden Rashada sues coach Billy Napier and others over failed $14M NIL dealFormer Florida recruit and current Georgia quarterback Jaden Rashada is suing Gators coach Billy Napier and the program’s top booster over a failed name, image and likeness deal worth nearly $14 million.
QB Jaden Rashada sues UF coach Billy Napier, others over ‘canceled’ NIL deal
Read full article: QB Jaden Rashada sues UF coach Billy Napier, others over ‘canceled’ NIL dealA top-ranked quarterback from the 2023 recruiting class is suing Florida Gators Coach Billy Napier and a University of Florida booster alleging fraud.
OL Jason Zandamela transfers to the Florida Gators | DL commit Jeramiah McCloud brings dominance
Read full article: OL Jason Zandamela transfers to the Florida Gators | DL commit Jeramiah McCloud brings dominanceDavid Waters reviews the new Florida Gators commitments of transfer Jason Zandamela and 2025 defensive lineman Jeramiah McCloud.
The Florida Gators should fare better in the 2025 NFL Draft | Florida’s power ranking in the SEC
Read full article: The Florida Gators should fare better in the 2025 NFL Draft | Florida’s power ranking in the SECDavid Waters explains why he believes the Florida Gators will perform better in the 2025 NFL Draft compared to 2024
Florida Gators ready for next step with Callaway, Mertz, and Boardingham | Enoch Wangoy commits
Read full article: Florida Gators ready for next step with Callaway, Mertz, and Boardingham | Enoch Wangoy commitsDavid Waters continues Florida Gators spring football practice coverage. Hear from Russ Callaway, Graham Mertz, and Arlis Boardingham
Florida is under NCAA investigation a year after a failed NIL deal with QB signee Jaden Rashada
Read full article: Florida is under NCAA investigation a year after a failed NIL deal with QB signee Jaden RashadaFlorida's football program is under NCAA investigation a year after a failed name, image and likeness deal worth more than $13 million with former signee Jaden Rashada.
Gators add former Jackson High star Grayson Howard through transfer portal
Read full article: Gators add former Jackson High star Grayson Howard through transfer portalFlorida got better on the defensive side of the football Thursday when it picked up a commitment from transfer linebacker Grayson Howard, a Jacksonville native and former area star.
Benson scores 3 times, No. 5 Florida State beats rival Florida 24-15 for 18th consecutive win
Read full article: Benson scores 3 times, No. 5 Florida State beats rival Florida 24-15 for 18th consecutive winTrey Benson ran for three touchdowns, including a 26-yarder on third down with less than three minutes to play, and No. 5 Florida State beat rival Florida 24-15 on Saturday night to extend its winning streak to 18.
Florida will turn to Tim Tebow for motivational help before facing rival and No. 5 Florida State
Read full article: Florida will turn to Tim Tebow for motivational help before facing rival and No. 5 Florida StateFlorida will turn to one of its greatest players for help before facing rival and fifth-ranked Florida State.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Patience might already be wearing thin for Florida Gators fans over Billy Napier
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Patience might already be wearing thin for Florida Gators fans over Billy Napier3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.
Arkansas beats Florida 39-36 in OT to end a 6-game skid and win for the first time in the Swamp
Read full article: Arkansas beats Florida 39-36 in OT to end a 6-game skid and win for the first time in the SwampKJ Jefferson connected with Tyrone Broden for a 4-yard score in overtime that lifted Arkansas to a 39-36 victory at Florida, ending a six-game skid for the Razorbacks and giving them their first win in the Swamp in six tries.
Beck, Edwards account for 2 TDs each and No. 1 Georgia thumps Florida 43-20 in 'Cocktail Party'
Read full article: Beck, Edwards account for 2 TDs each and No. 1 Georgia thumps Florida 43-20 in 'Cocktail Party'Carson Beck threw two touchdown passes in his hometown, Daijun Edwards ran for two scores and No. 1 Georgia dominated Florida 43-20 to extend its winning streak to 25.
No. 1 Georgia puts its 24-game win streak on the line against rival Florida in the ‘Cocktail Party’
Read full article: No. 1 Georgia puts its 24-game win streak on the line against rival Florida in the ‘Cocktail Party’Two-time defending national champion and top-ranked Georgia puts its 24-game winning streak on the line against rival Florida in Jacksonville, Florida.
Mertz’s 3 TDs, career day rallies Florida to 41-39 victory over South Caroilna
Read full article: Mertz’s 3 TDs, career day rallies Florida to 41-39 victory over South CaroilnaGraham Mertz threw for a career-best 423 yards and three touchdowns, the last a 21-yard throw to Ricky Pearsall with 47 seconds left, and Florida rallied from 10-points down in the fourth quarter to beat South Carolina 41-39.
No. 25 Florida settles for field goals and beats Charlotte 22-7 in Swamp
Read full article: No. 25 Florida settles for field goals and beats Charlotte 22-7 in SwampRicky Pearsall made a one-handed catch that will be hard to top this season, Trey Smack kicked five field goals and No. 25 Florida overcame red-zone struggles to beat Charlotte 22-7 on Saturday night.
Florida upsets No. 11 Tennessee 29-16 for the Gators’ 10th straight victory at home in the series
Read full article: Florida upsets No. 11 Tennessee 29-16 for the Gators’ 10th straight victory at home in the seriesTrevor Etienne ran for a career-high 172 yards and a touchdown, Montrell Johnson scored twice and Florida upset No. 11 Tennessee 29-16 on Saturday night to extend the Volunteers’ losing streak in Gainesville to 10.
Florida runs wild and ends a 4-game skid with a 49-7 romp against lower-division McNeese
Read full article: Florida runs wild and ends a 4-game skid with a 49-7 romp against lower-division McNeeseFlorida got its ground game on track against lower-division McNeese, running for 327 yards and six touchdowns in a 49-7 drubbing.
Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators moving forward with lessons learned after Utah loss
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators moving forward with lessons learned after Utah lossBilly Napier discusses his team moving forward after a disappointing performance against Utah and the lessons learned to improve the Florida Gators.
Bryson Barnes helps No. 14 Utah beat Florida 24-11 in season opener
Read full article: Bryson Barnes helps No. 14 Utah beat Florida 24-11 in season openerBryson Barnes threw a 70-yard touchdown pass to Money Parks on Utah’s first play of the game, rushed for another score and No. 14 Utes beat Florida 24-11 on Thursday night in the opener for both teams.
Gators Breakdown: Mertz loves the offense | Sapp and Pyburn looking to make an impact on defense
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Mertz loves the offense | Sapp and Pyburn looking to make an impact on defenseGraham Mertz is confident that Billy Napier's offense is the right fit after transferring from Wisconsin
Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators RB group growing through competition | RJ Moten offers versatility to secondary
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators RB group growing through competition | RJ Moten offers versatility to secondarySecond year running back Trevor Etienne looks to build on impressive first season.
Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators open practice reaction | Napier high on his freshmen class
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators open practice reaction | Napier high on his freshmen classFlorida's first open practice since 2014 left fans feeling better about the direction of the 2023 squad.
Gators Breakdown: Injury scare for Shemar James | Max Brown and Andy Jean shine early | More camp updates
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Injury scare for Shemar James | Max Brown and Andy Jean shine early | More camp updatesSecond year linebacker Shemar James is a projected starter for the Gators' defense
Gators Breakdown: Targets to finish the Florida Gators 2024 class | Get to know freshmen
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Targets to finish the Florida Gators 2024 class | Get to know freshmenAfter a hot summer on the recruiting trail, the Gators host one more big visitor weekend before the 2023 season starts.
Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators edge defender Princely Umanmielen says defense ‘has a lot to prove’
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators edge defender Princely Umanmielen says defense ‘has a lot to prove’Princely Umanmielen has a new position to go along with new defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong.
Gators Breakdown: Is there a lack of respect Florida Gators coach Billy Napier? | Will Mertz play two seasons for UF?
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Is there a lack of respect Florida Gators coach Billy Napier? | Will Mertz play two seasons for UF?After being picked fifth in the SEC East for 2023, fans wonder if there is little faith in Billy Napier from the media.
Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators predicted to finish 5th in the SEC East | Three players selected All-SEC
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators predicted to finish 5th in the SEC East | Three players selected All-SECSEC media not expecting much of a turnaround in Billy Napier's second season.
Gators Breakdown: Billy Napier and his Florida Gators ready to silence doubters | 2023 SEC Media Days
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Billy Napier and his Florida Gators ready to silence doubters | 2023 SEC Media DaysExceeding expectations are the theme the Florida Gators are rolling with at SEC Media Days
Gators Breakdown: The “big picture plan” is coming together for the Florida Gators, says Athlon’s Braden Gall
Read full article: Gators Breakdown: The “big picture plan” is coming together for the Florida Gators, says Athlon’s Braden GallDespite being down on the Gators for upcoming the 2023 season, Athlon's Braden Gall likes the trajectory of the program.