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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) is congratulated by Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier after a series during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, October 19, 2024 against the Kentucky Wildcats. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

ESPN can't decide what to make of the 2025 Florida Gators

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DJ Lagway’s teammate from high school just got his big break with the Gators

Billy Napier pulls an unexpected move with 7’9” center Olivier Rioux

Florida’s recruiting fortunes could turn if Trump’s order is enforced

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier runs out of the tunnel with his team during the season opener at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, August 31, 2024 against the University of Miami Hurricanes. The Hurricanes defeated the Gators 41-17. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Gator Nation’s confidence meter: Is LIU truly a warm-up?

Benjamin Henderson
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Florida's pitcher Liam Peterson (12) pitches against Alabama in Game 1 of the weekend series. Florida came back from being down 5-0 to beat Alabama 7-6, Friday, May 15, 2025, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. [Cyndi Chambers/ Gainesville Sun] 2025

Liam Peterson vaults into elite company with new 2026 draft ranking

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Nov 16, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Trikweze Bridges (7) gestures against the LSU Tigers during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Trikweze Bridges’ NFL camp experience has been anything but boring

Benjamin Henderson
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Dec 20, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) celebrates after he runs with the ball during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

This under-the-radar path may fuel Florida’s 2025 scoring surge

Benjamin Henderson
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July 16, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Florida head coach Billy Napier waits off stage to be introduced during SEC Media Days at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta.

Billy Napier can’t escape low expectations from CBS

Benjamin Henderson
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Jul 22, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Southern Methodist head coach Rhett Lashlee answers questions from the media during ACC Media Days at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

SMU coach takes a swipe at SEC, but Florida fans know better

Benjamin Henderson
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) and Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier watch 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]

Four things ESPN says will make or break Florida’s 2025 campaign

Benjamin Henderson
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Florida Gators defensive lineman Desmond Watson (21) tackles Tulane Green Wave quarterback Ty Thompson (7) during the first half at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL on Friday, December 20, 2024 in the 2024 Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Setback for Desmond Watson clouds Bucs training camp plans

Benjamin Henderson
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Nov 30, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) passes the ball during the first half of the game against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images

FSU's stadium decision is a move that Florida Gator fans can’t afford to ignore

Benjamin Henderson
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Florida v LSU

History despite a hurricane: The day Florida stood tall in Death Valley

Alexis Farinacci
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Oct 5, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Tank Hawkins (10) runs with the ball past UCF Knights defensive back Mac McWilliams (20) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Florida’s speed demon just showed he’s a power freak too

Benjamin Henderson
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2025 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot

With Summer League in the books, here’s how Gators fared

Cameron Wilhorn
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Florida v Florida State

Gators surging for five-star safety as August commitment date is set

Cameron Wilhorn
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ESPN announcer Kirk Herbstreit talks with Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier while Herbstreit   s dog, Ben, listens during the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 25, 2023. [Matt Pendleton/Gainesville Sun]

Kirk Herbstreit gives Florida and Billy Napier take that Gators fans are going to love

Ericka Brockish
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Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier gives fist bumps to fans during Gator Walk at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 25, 2023 befoe the game against the Florida State Seminoles. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

The biggest recruiting steals of Billy Napier’s tenure

Benjamin Henderson
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Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier argues with officials during the first quarter of an NCAA college football matchup Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Florida Gators 34-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

The sneaky landmines that could wreck Florida’s 2025 season

Benjamin Henderson
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Ole Miss v Florida

Florida gaining ground in SEC battle for No. 1 ranked Tight End and 2-Sport Star

Alexis Farinacci
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Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier coaches during Fall practice at Sanders Practice Fields in Gainesville, FL on Thursday, August 8, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

ESPN high on Florida commit that other services remain cool on

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Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier runs out of the tunnel with his team during the season opener at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, August 31, 2024 against the University of Miami Hurricanes. The Hurricanes defeated the Gators 41-17. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

SEC poll pinpoints Florida's season‑defining matchup

Benjamin Henderson
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Florida v Houston

Todd Golden on the move as Gators zero in on elite prospect

Robert Devlin
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Western Carolina v Arkansas

Veteran Florida OL arrested on multiple charges including felony weapon possession

Braulio Perez
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Florida Gators wide receiver Kahleil Jackson (22) hauls in a reception against Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Julian Humphrey (12) during the first quarter of an NCAA Football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 43-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

Florida WR's return date now unknown after reportedly undergoing 2nd knee surgery

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Sep 16, 2023; Gainesville, Florida, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Gators were in the mix — but these two recruits chose differently

Benjamin Henderson
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Bethune-Cookman v Florida

Gators just added a flamethrower from the DII ranks via the portal

Alexis Farinacci
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