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Spring football practice took a pause during spring break, but the Gators are back at it.

As spring football practice continues, the Gators are adjusting to a lot of changes.

Using name, image and likeness compensation to recruit college athletes is still very much against NCAA rules. The recent de-commitment from Florida by blue chip quarterback Jaden Rashada shows that NIL is definitely a factor in decisions. Booster-funded collectives are taking on a big role in compensating athletes. Schools can only hope they are acting within the rules and in their best interest. Inserting a third-party in the recruiting process between coaches and recruits has only complicated things. Experts say the collectives should focus on athletes who are already on campus.

Florida has granted quarterback Jaden Rashada a release from his national letter of intent.

A person familiar with the situation says Florida quarterback recruit Jaden Rashada has requested a release from his national letter of intent after a $13 million name, imagine and likeness deal fell through.

Chris Moore got a steal in the final seconds and Wendell Green Jr. made a layup at the buzzer to cap No. 20 Auburn’s 61-58 victory over Florida in the Southeastern Conference opener for both teams.

Florida quarterback Jack Miller will make his first collegiate start when the Gators play 17th-ranked Oregon State in the Las Vegas Bowl.

Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson on Monday announced his decision to enter the 2023 NFL draft.

Florida coach Billy Napier is shaking up his secondary after the Gators allowed 349 yards passing — including 247 of those on eight plays — in a loss at Tennessee.

Billy Napier’s methodical, multifaceted approach to returning Florida to national prominence might actually be on a fast track.

Mick Hubert -- the unmistakable “Voice of the Gators” who has excited Florida fans for more than three decades with his signature “Oh, my!” -- is retiring.

(Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)This story first appeared in Chomp, our brand new Gators Football newsletter. In an episode of Gators Breakdown, David shares why he wasn’t too surprised by the decommitment and what it means for Florida. Ad❓ Spring practice Q&AAs the Gators approach the halfway point of spring practice, Will Miles joined David in the latest episode of Gators Breakdown to answer hot-topic questions surrounding the team. One note: true freshman Chief Borders has made a good impression early on in spring practice. 🎙️ Listen to Gators BreakdownYou can catch up on previous episodes of Gators Breakdown at news4jax.com/gatorsbreakdown.