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Value of Experience for Florida Gators Offensive Line Next Season

Two Florida Gators alumni spoke of the importance of high volume of experience returning to the offensive line 2025

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Value of Experience for Florida Gators Offensive Line Next Season

Two Florida Gators alumni spoke of the importance of high volume of experience returning to the offensive line 2025

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The Florida Gators held its annual Pro Day on Thursday inside the program's indoor practice facility.

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Florida Gators 2025 Pro Day

20 total prospects, 18 of which played for the Florida Gators in 2024, were in attendance for the program's annual Pro Day in front of scouts from all 32 NFL teams.

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Asa Turner to Receive Extra Year of Eligibility, Status with Gators TBD

Florida Gators safety Asa Turner will receive a seventh year of collegiate eligibility after a season-ending lower body injury in 2024, but his status with the team is to be determined.

The Gators continue to catch of the eye of top talent

Recruiting

Gators Favored for 2026 Four-Star Safety Recruit

The Florida Gators are reported to be in the driver's seat to add another blue chip safety to their 2026 recruiting class

Napier is far from being off the hot seat

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Gators Billy Napier Still Head Coach with Most to Prove in 2025

The late-season turnaround hasn't stop the critics from keeping expectation low for the Florida Gators head coach

Drake Stubbs was previously committed to USC and Miami before eventually signing with the Florida Gators.

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Florida Gators Safety Drake Stubbs can Make Impact as a Freshman

The Florida Gators have the luxury of experience at safety, but talented freshman Drake Stubbs will be hard to keep off the field.

Arizona Cardinals assistant defensive line coach William Peagler talks to his team during training camp at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on July 25, 2024.

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Peagler to Rejoin Gators' Staff

William Peagler previously coached the Florida Gators tight ends in 2022 before departing for a job with the Arizona Cardinals.

November 19, 2011; Gainesville FL, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Andre Debose (4) catches the ball and runs it in for a touchdown during the second half against the Furman Paladins at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images

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Gators Add Furman to 2028 Schedule

The Florida Gators last played Furman, where Billy Napier shined as a collegiate quarterback, in the 2011 season

Florida Gators have a blue chip coming to Gainesville in a couple months

Recruiting

Gators Secure Visit From Blue Chip Defensive Recruit

The Florida Gators have a blue-chip, in-state recruit scheduled to come visit Gainesville near the start of the summer

Florida Gators edge George Gumbs Jr. (34) puts pressure on LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 16, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Recruiting

Gators Among Final 12 for Four-Star Edge Rusher

Florida Gators target KJ Ford is a consensus top 20 recruit at his position and one of the top 100 prospects regardless of position, according to Rivals and 247 Sports.

Former five-star receiver Dallas Wilson has turned heads in spring camp with tremendous size and speed. He could also impact the Florida Gators as a freshman on special teams as he is one of 11 players working at the punt return spot.

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How Florida's Offensive Freshmen are Faring in Camp

With the Florida Gators taking a week off of spring camp due to the University being on spring break, Gators Illustrated is taking a look at how each offensive newcomer has fared halfway through their first camp with the program.

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Fred Johnson (74) against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Two Former Gators Sign NFL Contracts

Former Florida Gators defensive lineman Zach Carter has re-signed with the Las Vegas Raiders, while offensive lineman Fred Johnson has signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Florida Gators senior Austin Barber exemplifies the mindset and determination of this Gators team.

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Florida Gators QB DJ Lagway's Blindside in Good Hands with Austin Barber

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway may be young, but he's in good hands with a veteran offensive line.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) gives high-fives with fans during Gator Walk at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 23, 2024 before the game against the University of Mississippi. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

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DJ Lagway Foundation to Donate $50k to UF Health

The move is the latest in high-profile NIL moves from Florida Gators sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway.

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Transfer Punter Tommy Doman 'Instrumental' to Florida's Future

Portal hunting for a punter usually isn't a big priority for a team, but the Florida Gators found success by landing former Michigan starter Tommy Doman.

Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) intercepts the ball in the final play of the game during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 23, 2024. The Gators defeated the Rebels 24-17 [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Recruiting

Gators Among Final Four for Four-Star Safety

After previously being committed to Alabama and UCF, Jamarrion Gordon has named the Florida Gators a finalist alongside Ole Miss, North Carolina and Florida State.

Florida Gators inside linebacker Pup Howard will be taking on a bigger role in 2025 with the departure of Shemar James

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Florida Gators LBs Pup Howard and Myles Graham Ready to Step Up

Linebacker Shemar James left a big hole in the middle of the Florida Gators defense, but Pup Howard and Myles Graham stand ready to fill it.

The Gators will have a top defensive recruit pay them a visit in a couple months

Recruiting

Gators on Short List of Schools Top DL Recruit Set to Visit

A top defensive recruit in the 2026 recruiting class scheduled to check out Gainesville with the Gators among his top choices

The Gators look to lock down a top in-state recruit

Recruiting

Gators Build Momentum In Race for 2026 Top Ranked, In-State CB Recruit

The Florida Gators are making a push to land a top in-state defensive recruit for the 2026 recruiting class

Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter (66) at the line of scrimmage against the Missouri Tigers.

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Florida Gators Success On Offense Begins at Center

The Florida Gators second-year quarterback DJ Lagway has the luxury of breaking in with the nation's top center Jake Slaughter

Florida Gators wide receiver Aidan Mizell had a stop-start 2024, but he's looking to be a consistent weapon in 2025.

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Florida Gators WR Aidan Mizell Poised for Breakout Season

Florida Gators wide receiver Aidan Mizell had three game in 2024 where he could at least four passes, but they were all in different months.

Florida Gators co-defensive coordinator Vinnie Sunseri watches a drill during spring football practice at Heavener Football Complex at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL on Thursday, March 6, 2025. [Matt Pendleton/Gainesville Sun]

Recruiting

Gators Make Top Eight for 4-Star Safety

Cortez Redding's finalists include the Florida Gators alongside Auburn, Indiana, LSU, Miami, NC State and Ole Miss.

Oct 19, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) makes a catch against the Kentucky Wildcats during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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Gators Standout Looks To Return Stronger Than Ever: 'God Gives His Toughest Battles To His Toughest Soldiers'

After a severe hip injury ended his 2024 season, redshirt sophomore Eugene Wilson III is ready to make an impact for the Florida Gators in 2025.

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Lagway 'Getting back into his rhythm,' Per Napier

Florida Gators sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway has been limited by a shoulder issue through four practices of spring camp.

Florida Gators co-defensive coordinator Vinnie Sunseri gestures while Florida Gators inside linebacker Jaden Robinson (29) watches during spring football practice at Heavener Football Complex at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. [Matt Pendleton/Gainesville Sun]

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WATCH: Florida Gators Spring Practice No. 4

The Florida Gators concluded its second week of spring camp with a practice on Thursday. Media were invited to attend a 12-minute open period. Watch clips from the fourth viewing period below, via Gators Illustrated.