Benjamin Henderson

Benjamin Henderson

Joined: Jun 1, 2022

Benjamin Henderson is a lifelong Florida native and is the site expert for Hail Florida Hail and is a contributor with All U Can Heat. Benjamin has previous experience with The Johnsonian, The Tampa Tribune, The Tampa Bay Times, and 813 Preps. Benjamin is a full-time teacher, and when he's not watching the Gators, he is coaching soccer, watching wrestling, and being reminded he's not as good as he once was on Xbox.

Sep 14, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier looks on against the Texas A&M Aggies during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Four brutal truths that could cost Billy Napier his job in 2025

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier looks on 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]

Top Battles to Watch as Florida Gators Hit the Practice Field

Co-Offensive Coordinator / Tight Ends Coach Russ Callaway, coaches during Fall practice at Sanders Practice Fields in Gainesville, FL on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Gators may be keeping 2025 scheme changes under wraps

Nov 16, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) calls a play against the LSU Tigers during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Confidence check: Florida’s odds heading into Baton Rouge

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

DJ Lagway injury is a major problem for Billy Napier with his job on the line

Florida safety R.J. Moten runs a drill during the first practice of the season at Sanders Practice Fields in Gainesville, FL on Monday, July 31, 2023. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Florida Gators News: R.J. Moten lands in NFL camp, Colin Castleton gets cut, more

Apr 12, 2025; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Harrison Bailey (15) throws under pressure from Florida Gators inside linebacker Aaron Chiles (8) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

With Lagway's latest setback, Florida’s backup QB could be the key to surviving 2025

Jul 16, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Florida State Gators head coach Billy Napier talks to the media during the SEC Media Days at Omni Atlanta Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

Four reasons Billy Napier is safe despite pressure in 2025

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]

These Gators Could Be Transfer Portal Casualties Without Progress

South Florida Bulls long snapper Andrew Beardall (48) bobbles the hold as South Florida Bulls place kicker Spencer Shrader (32) attempts to kick the game tying field goal in the second half against the Bulls at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Florida won 31-28 [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Ncaa Football Florida Gators Vs Usf Bulls

Confidence meter check: Should Gator Nation be worried about USF?

Jul 13, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals second baseman Jonathan India (6) hits a single during the third inning against the New York Mets at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Gator fans celebrate Jonathan India’s moment, but Jac Caglianone injury casts shadow

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

Florida Gators wide receiver DeBraun Hampton (35) hauls in a pass while running routes during Fall practice at Sanders Practice Fields in Gainesville, FL on Thursday, August 8, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

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

Apr 12, 2025; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators center Olivier Rioux (32) walks on the field during the National Championship celebration at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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

Nov 16, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier leads the team out of the tunnel prior to the game against the LSU Tigers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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?