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Florida football: Ranking the 12 most important Gators in 2021

By Jeremy Klump

Apr 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 13, 2019; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Emory Jones (5) during the first quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 28: Jacob Copeland #15 of the Florida Gators looks on during the third quarter of a game against the Towson Tigers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) /

12. Chris Howard

I believe that Chris Howard will ultimately become the Gators’ starting kicker in 2021, which is why he has to be on this list. After losing Evan McPherson to the NFL, Florida has a major hole at kicker. They did land the No. 3 kicker in the nation, Trey Smack, but Howard will be the guy in 2021.

11. Jason Marhsall Jr.

I am so high on this kid’s potential. The sky is the limit for him in Gainesville. I truly think he is the best freshman in the nation, and he will be outstanding right away. He will likely start at one of the cornerback spots, and I am sure teams will try to pick on the freshman right away. And for that reason, he is one of the most important Gators in 2021.

10. Jacob Copeland

The Gators are looking for production from their wide receivers in 2021, and after losing Toney, they will need someone that can be the guy. Copeland is definitely one of the candidates for Florida in 2021. Regardless if he is the guy or not, he is essential for the Gators’ offense. They need his big-play ability to be on full display this season and be one of Florida’s go-to playmakers.

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