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SURPRISE: DT Jamir Perez Commits to the Florida Gators over Ohio State and others

Read full article: SURPRISE: DT Jamir Perez Commits to the Florida Gators over Ohio State and others

Dive into the latest developments in the Florida Gators' 2026 recruiting class—a roller coaster that currently stands at just one commitment.

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Three Decommits and a QB: Florida’s Wild 2026 Recruiting Journey Heads into Summer

Read full article: Three Decommits and a QB: Florida’s Wild 2026 Recruiting Journey Heads into Summer

Dive into the latest developments in the Florida Gators' 2026 recruiting class—a roller coaster that currently stands at just one commitment.

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Mandarin 5-star safety Drake Stubbs flips from Miami to Florida

Read full article: Mandarin 5-star safety Drake Stubbs flips from Miami to Florida

Mandarin safety Drake Stubbs kept the hot streak going for the Florida Gators.

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Looking at the area recruiting picture and a loaded Class of ‘25

Read full article: Looking at the area recruiting picture and a loaded Class of ‘25

News4JAX takes a look at 20 of the top recruits in the Class of 2025 and puts those prospects into three tiers as the start of fall practice approaches.

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They’ve got next: A look at some of the area’s top recruits in the Class of 2025

Read full article: They’ve got next: A look at some of the area’s top recruits in the Class of 2025

It’s still a year away, but the Class of 2025 is officially on the recruiting clock. And that class is positioned to be one of the most loaded we’ve seen in years.

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Gators Breakdown: Highly ranked DB Wardell Mack commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Highly ranked DB Wardell Mack commits to the Florida Gators

Wardell Mack chooses Florida over Texas and LSU.

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Gators Breakdown: Speedy WR Tawaski Abrams flips from FSU to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Speedy WR Tawaski Abrams flips from FSU to the Florida Gators

Tawaski Abrams becomes the third wide receiver and 21st commit of Florida's 2024 class.

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Gators Breakdown: Rising CB Teddy Foster commits to the Florida Gators | 2024 class outlook

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Rising CB Teddy Foster commits to the Florida Gators | 2024 class outlook

Teddy Foster becomes Florida's 20th commitment for the class of 2024.

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Gators Breakdown: Gainesville DL Kendall Jackson stays home and commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Gainesville DL Kendall Jackson stays home and commits to the Florida Gators

Gainesville's Kendall Jackson becomes the 19th commitment for Florida's 2024 class.

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Gators Breakdown: MASSIVE OL Fletcher Westphal commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: MASSIVE OL Fletcher Westphal commits to the Florida Gators

Fletcher Westphal becomes the fourth offensive linemen to commit to Florida

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Gators Breakdown: Hot month continues as speedster Jerrae Hawkins commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Hot month continues as speedster Jerrae Hawkins commits to the Florida Gators

Jerrae Hawkins becomes the tenth commit in the month of June for the Florida Gators class of 2024.

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Gators Breakdown: How surprising is the recent recruiting haul for the Florida Gators?

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: How surprising is the recent recruiting haul for the Florida Gators?

The Florida Gators are the talk of the recruiting landscape right now.

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Gators Breakdown: ELITE defender Jamonta Waller commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: ELITE defender Jamonta Waller commits to the Florida Gators

Jamonta Waller makes it seven 2024 commits for the Florida Gators in three days.

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Gators Breakdown: Michai Boireau and Marcus Mascoll commit to the red-hot Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Michai Boireau and Marcus Mascoll commit to the red-hot Florida Gators

Michai Boireau and Marcus Mascoll are the latest of six commits for the Gators in three days.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators 2024 class grabs four commits | Austin Simmons flips

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators 2024 class grabs four commits | Austin Simmons flips

Billy Napier and staff get four commitments on Saturday with three being on defense.

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Gators Breakdown: OL Mike Williams commits | Visit recap | Bowens flips, Simmons doesn’t

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: OL Mike Williams commits | Visit recap | Bowens flips, Simmons doesn’t

Florida grabs their first offensive line recruit for the class of 2024.

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Gators Breakdown: Where to turn after WR TJ Moore commits to Clemson

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Where to turn after WR TJ Moore commits to Clemson

A top in state target, TJ Moore, visits and then pledges to Clemson.

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Gators Breakdown: First Florida Gators ‘24 official visit weekend produces buzz, but no commits

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: First Florida Gators ‘24 official visit weekend produces buzz, but no commits

Upcoming visits in June will go a long way in fill out Florida's 2024 class.

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Gators Breakdown: Assessing Florida Gators 2024 targets ahead of crucial visits

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Assessing Florida Gators 2024 targets ahead of crucial visits

Upcoming visits in June will go a long way in fill out Florida's 2024 class.

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Gators Breakdown: OL Lyndell Hudson transferring to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: OL Lyndell Hudson transferring to the Florida Gators

Hudson Jr. is the fourth offensive linemen Florida has acquired through the transfer portal.

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Gators Breakdown: The Florida Gators grab commitment from four star WR Izaiah Williams

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: The Florida Gators grab commitment from four star WR Izaiah Williams

Izaiah Williams becomes the eighth commitment in the class of 2024.

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Gators Breakdown: Much needed safety, RJ Moten, transfers to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Much needed safety, RJ Moten, transfers to Florida

RJ Moten played in 29 games, and started 15, in his career at Michigan.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators recruiting update - The latest WR, OL, TE, DL targets

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators recruiting update - The latest WR, OL, TE, DL targets

The class of 2024 is off to a great start, but some questions remain on some key position groups.

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Mandarin QB Tramell Jones commits to Florida State

Read full article: Mandarin QB Tramell Jones commits to Florida State

Mandarin quarterback Tramell Jones committed to Florida State. He still has two more season of highs school football to play.

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Gators Breakdown: Top offensive targets for the Florida Gators Class of 2024

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Top offensive targets for the Florida Gators Class of 2024

The Florida Gators are off to a great start to the recruiting class of 2024. Four recruits have already pledged to the orange and blue and there are plenty of interested prospects to make this Billy Napier’s best class yet.

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Gators Breakdown: Get to know Florida Gators QB commit DJ Lagway

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Get to know Florida Gators QB commit DJ Lagway

The Class of 2024 takes center stage now for the Florida Gators headlined by five star quarterback DJ Lagway.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators 2023 class is in the books. How does it compare?

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators 2023 class is in the books. How does it compare?

The Florida Gators’ Class of 2023 is now officially in the books as far as high school recruits go.

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Signing day ends recruiting sagas for QB Rashada, CB McClain

Read full article: Signing day ends recruiting sagas for QB Rashada, CB McClain

The opening of college football’s traditional signing period for high school prospects brought an apparent end to two of the cycle’s most notable recruitments.

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Jaden Rashada case in Florida highlights issues in NIL, recruiting

Read full article: Jaden Rashada case in Florida highlights issues in NIL, recruiting

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.

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AP source: Florida QB Rashada asks for release amid NIL mess

Read full article: AP source: Florida QB Rashada asks for release amid NIL mess

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.

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Gators Breakdown: Big finish coming for the Florida Gators Class of 2023?

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Big finish coming for the Florida Gators Class of 2023?

Florida has hosted many big time recruiting targets the last couple of weekends and the reviews have been great.

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Gators Breakdown: Elite 2024 QB DJ Lagway commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Elite 2024 QB DJ Lagway commits to the Florida Gators

Florida picks up one of their biggest commitments in quite some time from elite 2024 quarterback DJ Lagway.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida flips QB Jaden Rashada from Miami

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida flips QB Jaden Rashada from Miami

The Miami Hurricanes shock the college football recruiting world by gaining the commitment of the country’s top defender Cormani McClain over the Florida Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: Nation’s top defender, Cormani McClain, commits to Miami over Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Nation’s top defender, Cormani McClain, commits to Miami over Florida

The Miami Hurricanes shock the college football recruiting world by gaining the commitment of the country’s top defender Cormani McClain over the Florida Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida-Georgia with Ben Troupe | Kearney Commits | McClain decision looms

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida-Georgia with Ben Troupe | Kearney Commits | McClain decision looms

It’s a big week for Florida on and off the field. Saturday, the Gators take on the number one Georgia Bulldogs, but the celebrations have already started in recruiting as Florida has flipped OL Roderick Kearney from rival Florida State.

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Gators Breakdown: Recruiting update with Corey Bender | Cormani McClain, Qua Russaw, OL

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Recruiting update with Corey Bender | Cormani McClain, Qua Russaw, OL

With the Gators on a bye week, now is the perfect time to get caught up on the world of recruiting.

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Gators Breakdown: Dijon Johnson and Bryce Thornton commit to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Dijon Johnson and Bryce Thornton commit to the Florida Gators

Florida’s game vs LSU is big enough with just the game itself, but even bigger when so many recruits also make their way to Gainesville. Well, the Gators get the weekend started with a bang as defensive backs Dijon Johnson and Bryce Thornton pledge to Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: Defense creating turnovers in first scrimmage | Florida hot on the trail

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Defense creating turnovers in first scrimmage | Florida hot on the trail

Florida held their first scrimmage of the fall this past Saturday and Billy Napier praises the defense for their efforts in creating turnovers.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida stays hot on the trail with commits from DL Kamran James and LB Myles Graham

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida stays hot on the trail with commits from DL Kamran James and LB Myles Graham

The Florida Gators continue to fill out our their 2023 defensive line class with the commitment of four star Kamran James.

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Gators Breakdown: Four star DL Will Norman commits to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Four star DL Will Norman commits to Florida

The Gators hit big on the recruiting trail for the second time on Saturday as four star defensive lineman Will Norman pledges to Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: Elite DL Kelby Collins commits to Florida over Alabama

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Elite DL Kelby Collins commits to Florida over Alabama

The Gators hit big on the recruiting trail with the commitment of four star defensive lineman Kelby Collins.

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Gators Breakdown: Four star LB Jaden Robinson commits to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Four star LB Jaden Robinson commits to Florida

Florida picks up their first linebacker commit for the class of 2023 in the form of four star Jaden Robinson.

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Fleming Island running back Sam Singleton commits to Florida St.

Read full article: Fleming Island running back Sam Singleton commits to Florida St.

Fleming Island running back Sam Singleton posted on his social media that he is "100 percent committed" to the Noles. Singleton is ranked among the top 250 players in the country and was among the last remaining uncommitted top local prospects. He'll be heading to Tallahassee next year.

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Gators Breakdown: Napier’s first fall camp underway | Recruiting Recap

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Napier’s first fall camp underway | Recruiting Recap

Players have reported and the Florida Gators are ready to hit the practice field as fall camp gets started under first-year head coach Billy Napier.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida stays hot on the trail with commitments from 4 stars Jordan Castell and Andy Jean

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida stays hot on the trail with commitments from 4 stars Jordan Castell and Andy Jean

The Florida Gators receive good news on the recruiting trail for the third consecutive day as four stars DB Jordan Castell and WR Andy Jean commit.

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Gators Breakdown: Elite WR Aidan Mizell picks the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Elite WR Aidan Mizell picks the Florida Gators

The good news continues on the recruiting trail for the Florida Gators as they pick up Billy Napier’s highest offensive recruit yet with the commitment of four star WR Aidan Mizell.

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Gators Breakdown: Four star CB Ja’Keem Jackson commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Four star CB Ja’Keem Jackson commits to the Florida Gators

In what is expected to be a busy week on the recruiting trail for Florida, it gets started with the expected commitment of four cornerback Ja’Keem Jackson pledging to the Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: Justus Boone using football knowledge for next step | Decision time for Florida targets

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Justus Boone using football knowledge for next step | Decision time for Florida targets

Justus Boone joins the show to share his growth from last season to this season, preview the new defensive line approach, and more!

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Gators Breakdown: Florida adds commitment from Eugene Wilson III

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida adds commitment from Eugene Wilson III

The Florida Gators stay hot on the recruiting trail as they pick-up their highest rated commit yet from WR Eugene Wilson III.

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Gators Breakdown: Stokes, Webb commit to Florida | Denny Thompson breaks down Stokes

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Stokes, Webb commit to Florida | Denny Thompson breaks down Stokes

The 904 was good to the Gators’ class of 2023 on Thursday as QB Marcus Stokes and RB Treyaun Webb commit to Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida picks up pledge from DL T.J. Searcy

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida picks up pledge from DL T.J. Searcy

Defensive lineman, T.J. Searcy, provided his own fireworks on the 4th of July as he commits to the Florida Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: Sharif Denson wants to be part of bringing Florida back

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Sharif Denson wants to be part of bringing Florida back

Florida had family relationships and location working in their favor for reasons Bartram Trail defensive back Sharif Denson committed to the squad, but Denson also wants to be among players that bring Florida back to prominence.

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Gators Breakdown: Evaluating Florida recruiting

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Evaluating Florida recruiting

The recruiting news cycle has been a roller coaster for Gators fans over the last week.

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Gators Breakdown: Sharif Denson commits to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Sharif Denson commits to Florida

The string of commits continue for the Gators as Jacksonville, Bartram Trail cornerback Sharif Denson pledges to the Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: Gavin Hill commits to Florida | Jaden Rashada picks Miami

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Gavin Hill commits to Florida | Jaden Rashada picks Miami

A bit of good news, bad news on the recruiting front for the Gators over the weekend. First the Gators get a commit from local stand-out Gavin Hill, but miss on quarterback target Jaden Rashada.

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Gators Breakdown: Edge rusher Isaiah Nixon commits to Florida | Rashada update

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Edge rusher Isaiah Nixon commits to Florida | Rashada update

Billy Napier gets his highest rated commit so far as Isaiah Nixon flips from UCF to Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: OL Tommy Kinsler commits to Florida | Who’s next?

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: OL Tommy Kinsler commits to Florida | Who’s next?

Billy Napier and the Gators pick up another offensive lineman to add to the Class of 2023 as Tommy Kinsler selects Florida fresh off an official visit.

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Gators Breakdown: Quarterback Jaden Rashada delays decision

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Quarterback Jaden Rashada delays decision

Gator Nation was waiting eagerly for quarterback Jaden Rashada to make his decision this coming Saturday, but will have to wait a little longer for his commitment.

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Gators Breakdown: ‘Everything happens for a reason’ as Treyaun Webb builds relationship with Gators staff

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: ‘Everything happens for a reason’ as Treyaun Webb builds relationship with Gators staff

Treyaun Webb doesn’t hide the fact that Billy Napier’s staff at Florida does a great job recruiting him.

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Gators Breakdown: Transfer WR Ricky Pearsall commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Transfer WR Ricky Pearsall commits to the Florida Gators

Billy Napier and the Florida Gators get a late addition to the roster in the form of Arizona State transfer wide receiver Ricky Pearsall.

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Gators Breakdown: Bryce Lovett commits to the Florida Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Bryce Lovett commits to the Florida Gators

The Gators get their fifth commitment for the 2023 class as offensive lineman Bryce Lovett pledges to Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: Knijeah Harris, Creed Whittemore commit to the Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Knijeah Harris, Creed Whittemore commit to the Gators

Billy Napier and the Florida Gators received big news on Saturday when targets Knijeah Harris and Creed Whittemore committed to play for Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators Recruiting Update - Decisions loom for top targets

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Florida Gators Recruiting Update - Decisions loom for top targets

With spring practice in the rearview mirror, it’s time to turn to recruiting for the Florida Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: SOUND OFF - Big names visiting Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: SOUND OFF - Big names visiting Florida

David Waters joins Gators Breakdown listeners for a call-in style chat to discuss a busy March for Florida as big names make their way to Gainesville.

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Gators Breakdown: Top targets for the class of 2023

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Top targets for the class of 2023

The 2023 class is the ever so important bump class for Billy Napier and there is plenty of in state talent for Florida fill the class.

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Gators Breakdown: The Gator Collective’s role in NIL

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: The Gator Collective’s role in NIL

Name, Image, and Likeness is here to stay in college football. Coach Billy Napier says the Gators will be very competitive in NIL and The Gator Collective is leading the way.

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Gators Breakdown: Where Florida’s roster stands after NSD

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Where Florida’s roster stands after NSD

National Signing Day for the 2022 class has come and gone for the Gators and there are some interesting trends on Florida’s roster.

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Gators Breakdown: National Signing Day 2022 Recap

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: National Signing Day 2022 Recap

There was potential for Florida to make a splash on National Signing Day, but that was not the case for the Gators. The battles for the top targets left on Florida’s board went elsewhere in a disappointing finish to Billy Napier’s first recruiting class.

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Gators Breakdown: Final push to National Signing Day

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Final push to National Signing Day

National Signing Day is just a couple of days away and a strong finish is in the cards for Florida.

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Gators Breakdown: Recruiting battles heading into last visits | Staff and portal praise for Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Recruiting battles heading into last visits | Staff and portal praise for Florida

Florida is heading into the final official visit weekend for the class of 2022 with some big recruiting battles left.

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Gators Breakdown: Brown, Hansen, Savaiinaea commit | Napier finalizes on-field staff

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Brown, Hansen, Savaiinaea commit | Napier finalizes on-field staff

Billy Napier adds to the 2022 class with a trio of three star commits. QB Max Brown, TE Hayden Hansen and DL Andrew Savaiinaea pledge to Florida after visiting Gainesville this past weekend.

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Gators Breakdown: SOUND OFF - Valentino praises Spencer | Recruiting and staff hires

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: SOUND OFF - Valentino praises Spencer | Recruiting and staff hires

David Waters joins Gators Breakdown listeners for a call-in style chat to discuss recent recruiting news and staff hires. Also, former Gators defensive lineman Antonio Valentino shares his history with Gators new co-defensive coordinator and defensive line coach, Sean Spencer.

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Gators Breakdown: Torrence, Kimber, Mitchell commit to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Torrence, Kimber, Mitchell commit to Florida

The first official visit weekend of 2022 for the Gators certainly paid off.

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Gators Breakdown: Gasparilla Bowl - Florida vs UCF Preview

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Gasparilla Bowl - Florida vs UCF Preview

There’s still one more game left in the 2021 season as the Gators travel to Tampa to take on the UCF Knights on the Gasparilla Bowl.

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Gators Breakdown: Early National Signing Day Review

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Early National Signing Day Review

He didn’t have a lot of time, but on Early National Signing Day, Billy Napier made a splash with a few players in a nine player class.

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Gators Breakdown: Napier hosts first visitors | ESD Preview

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Napier hosts first visitors | ESD Preview

Billy Napier was able to host visitors for the first time as Florida head coach and will have to wait a few days to see just how much those visits will pay ff on Early Signing Day.

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Gators Breakdown: It starts with recruiting for Florida’s next coach

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: It starts with recruiting for Florida’s next coach

One of, if not, the main issues that plagued Dan Mullen’s tenure at Florida was recruiting. That aspect was just not at a high enough level for the direction the program was heading.

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Gators Breakdown: Jaheim Singletary updates his recruitment from the Gators

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Jaheim Singletary updates his recruitment from the Gators

Since decommitting from Ohio State last week, 5 star CB Jaheim Singletary has opened up his recruitment and the Gators are in the mix.

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Gators Breakdown: Gibbs, Cottrell, and Gibson commit | Friday Night Lights recap

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Gibbs, Cottrell, and Gibson commit | Friday Night Lights recap

It was a busy Friday Night Lights as the Gators gained three commitments at the event.

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Gators Breakdown: C.J. Smith commits to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: C.J. Smith commits to Florida

Florida picks up their second commit today for the class of 2022 as wide receiver C.J. (Chandler) Smith commits to the Gators.

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Gators Breakdown: Shemar James commits to Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Shemar James commits to Florida

Gators pull one of the nation’s top linebackers from the state of Alabama.

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Gators Breakdown: Recapping a busy recruiting week for Florida

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Recapping a busy recruiting week for Florida

The over year long recruiting dead period came to a close and recruiting visits were fast and furious this past weekend in Gainesville. Feedback from top targets and committed players for what Dan Mullen and staff created a lot of buzz.

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Gators Breakdown: Isaiah Bond commits | Busy June for recruiting

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: Isaiah Bond commits | Busy June for recruiting

Swamp247's Blake Alderman details Bond's skills and all the events for when recruits hit campus in June

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Gators Breakdown: 2021 spring practice starts | First look into 2022 recruiting

Read full article: Gators Breakdown: 2021 spring practice starts | First look into 2022 recruiting

It came as a bit of a surprise when Florida announced they would be starting spring football practice on Thursday, February 18th. Starting this week means the Gators are starting about a month before they normally do. Join David Waters as he gives his thoughts on Dan Mullen’s press conference leading into spring and storylines to watch for. Also, David is joined by Corey Bender (Gators Territory) to turn the page to the 2022 recruiting class. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:AdMegaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: State of the Program 2021

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 21: Head coach Dan Mullen of the Florida Gators addresses his team after a victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vanderbilt Stadium on November 21, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)With the 2020 season and the 2021 recruiting class in the rear-view mirror, now is a good time to take a look at where the Florida Gators football program stands heading into the 2021 season. David Waters is joined by Nick de la Torre (Gators Territory) as the two review Dan Mullen’s time in Gainesville so far, look ahead to 2021, and bring up questions surrounding the program. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: National Signing Day 2021 Review

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There was no movement from the Early Signing Period in December on the class of 2021. While the Gators were successful in hitting the transfer portal, the 2021 class lags behind in hauling top high school football stars. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) discuss plenty of topics for the class of 2021. Topics include:Class RankingTerrion Arnold’s recruitmentState of Florida recruitingFlorida’s success in the transfer portalGet Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Talking 2021 recruiting and more with Rivals’ Mike Farrell

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STARKVILLE, MS - SEPTEMBER 29: A Florida Gators helmet is pictured during a game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium on September 29, 2018 in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)Florida’s 2021 class fills a lot of need on the defensive side of the ball, but the class is lower ranked overall compared to the last couple of classes. David Waters is joined by Rivals National Recruiting Director, Mike Farrell, as the two discuss the highlights of the class as well as Dan Mullen’s recruiting direction. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: TE Arik Gilbert transferring to Florida

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FAYETTEVILLE, AR - NOVEMBER 21: Arik Gilbert #2 of the LSU Tigers runs the ball in the second half of a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Razorback Stadium on November 21, 2020 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)The 2020 offense sets all kids of records due in large part to TE Kyle Pitts. Well, Florida may have found their next Kyle Pitts in the form of LSU, former five-star, Arik Gilbert. David Waters gives his instant reaction to Gilbert transferring to Florida. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Early Signing Day 2021 Review

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David Waters is joined by Corey Bender (Gators Territory) to break down the 2021 Early Signing Day. Two QBs, a slew of DBs, and much needed DL help highlight the first portion of Florida’s 2021 signing class. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Top LB, Jeremiah Williams, commits to Florida. Are more commits on the way soon?

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The Gators received some big news on the recruiting front when LB, Jeremiah Williams, committed to play for Florida. David Waters is joined by Corey Bender (Gators Territory – Rivals) to break down the commitment of Williams and how Florida might finish off the 2021 class. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Jason Marshall and Corey Collier commit to Florida

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August was always going to be a big month in the world of recruiting when it was announced a few prospects from Miami Palmetto were going to make their commitments. It started not so well when DL Leonard Taylor committed to Miami last week, but then the Gators rebounded the best way possible by gaining commitments from five-star cornerback Jason Marshall and four-star safety Corey Collier. Join David Waters for his reaction to these big commitments for the Gators and why they mean so much for Florida’s 2021 recruiting class. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: SEC goes with 10-game conference-only schedule for 2020 | Desmond Watson commits

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With many other major conferences are already announcing conference-only schedules for 2020, the SEC announced on Thursday the conference would do the same and kickoff on September 26. Join David Waters as he takes a look at this from the Gators’ side of things and answers questions submitted on Periscope. Also, David takes a look at the commitment of defensive tackle Desmond Watson. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Charles Montgomery commits to UF | Football team back on campus in June

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The Gators add a versatile weapon to their commit list as four-star athlete Charles Montgomery commits to Florida over Maryland. Join David Waters as he breaks down the commitment and type of player the Gators are getting in Montgomery. Also, on this episode, David discusses student-athletes returning to campus in June and the NCAA tabling the one-time transfer waiver. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Freshman OL Issiah Walker enters transfer portal | Florida loses recruiting momentum

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There’s never a dull moment in Gator Nation and that rings true once again for this busy episode of Gators Breakdown. A true freshman will transfer and plenty of storylines on the recruiting front headline this episode. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) as reports surface of true freshman OL Issiah Walker entering the transfer portal. Also, the guys break down where recruiting stands for the Gators and what to look forward to. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Recruiting dead period forces colleges to get creative in attracting athletes

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Recruiting dead period forces colleges to get creative in attracting athletesPublished: April 30, 2020, 11:07 pmSpring is normally a busy recruiting period for college coaches around the country as they visit and get to know athletes.

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Gators Breakdown: The Gator Panel - Impact of coronavirus outbreak for Gators football

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“Gators Breakdown” and “Stadium and Gale” present another edition of The Gator Panel. Various Gators media members sound off on the coronavirus outbreak and what it means for Florida football this spring and the rest of the year. Featuring:David Waters - Gators BreakdownDan Thompson - Stadium and GaleZach Abolverdi - Locked on GatorsGraham Hall - Gainesville SunLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Coronavirus impacts UF sports

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In an unprecedented move due to the coronavirus, the NCAA has canceled all remaining winter and spring sports. Also affected is spring practice for the Gators football team as all organized team activities have been suspended until April 15. David Waters and Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) break down the aftermath of these decisions and how it has shaken up the college sports world. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Carlos Del Rio conversation | Experts tab 2020 class impactful

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The quarterback position gets all the headlines on the football field and that is no different in the world of recruiting either. Gators Breakdown is proud to bring on 2021 Florida QB commit, Carlos Del Rio, as he details his commitment and what it means to be a Gator commit. David Waters is also joined by Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) to discuss why recruiting experts are tabbing Florida’s 2020 recruiting class as difference makers. All that and more on this episode of Gators Breakdown. Topics include:Carlos Del Rio Conversation2020 class impact“This Is… The Swamp - Episode 1: Earn It” reviewRecruiting update: Gage Wilcox, Zach Evans, Marc BrittLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: Early Signing Period 2020

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Dan Mullen puts together another top-10 recruiting class for the 2020 cycle. The class includes studs on defense and top QB Anthony Richardson. David Waters is joined by Will Sammon (The Athletic) to break down the class, where the Gators succeeded, and where they can get better. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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Gators Breakdown: 2019 Early Signing Period Preview

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24 commits are where the Gators sit heading into the start of Early Signing Period on Wednesday. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) and Corey Bender (Gators Territory) to discuss the storylines surround the Class of 2020. Can the Gators end with another big finish like years past? LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

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