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 Napierโs best class yet.
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.
Gators Breakdown: Florida-Georgia with Ben Troupe | Kearney Commits | McClain decision looms
Itโs 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.
Gators Breakdown: Dijon Johnson and Bryce Thornton commit to the Florida Gators
Floridaโs 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.
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.
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.
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 Floridaโs board went elsewhere in a disappointing finish to Billy Napierโs first recruiting class.
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.