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Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall’s fiery defense of Vernell Brown III comes with a more cautious injury outlook</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-s-fiery-defense-of-vernell-brown-iii-comes-with-a-more-cautious-injury-outlook?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6ewfmgs1v</guid><description>Sumrall fiercely defends Vernell Brown III after weeks of optimistic injury updates</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4067,h_2287,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6ewk7qw4h01smpmf5.jpg" caption="Sep 12, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) runs with the ball while Campbell Fighting Camels offensive lineman Christian Schliemann (64) attempts to tackle during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>SEC Power Rankings: Florida&#39;s next two games are crucial for Jon Sumrall&#39;s first season</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/sec-power-rankings-florida-s-next-two-games-are-crucial-for-jon-sumrall-s-first-season-01m6eydw0cep?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6eydw0cep</guid><description>The Gators are out of the CFP hunt, but look to close out the season strong. </description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:23:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3408,h_1917,x_0,y_42/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6eyw05dfj1pcwypa9.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall looks on during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida a finalist for No. 1 2028 WR Brysen Wright, but landing him would be a surprise</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-a-finalist-for-no-1-2028-wr-brysen-wright-but-landing-him-would-be-a-surprise-01m6emakfwaa?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6emakfwaa</guid><description>The Gators are primarily competing against an in-state rival for the highly-touted receiver. </description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:27:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2071,h_1164,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6emry2t5rmbwcm8nf.jpg" caption="Mandarin Mustangs wide receiver Brysen Wright (1) pushes off Bartram Trail Bears cb wr Lincoln Scott (2) in the second quarter. The Mandarin Mustangs hosted the Bartram Trail Bears Friday, October 23, 2026 at Mandarin High School in Jacksonville, Fla. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida vs. Miami basketball: How to watch, injuries, odds, announcers, and more</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-vs-miami-basketball-how-to-watch-injuries-odds-announcers-and-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6e7msgs34</guid><description>Florida takes on Miami to open the season</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5246,h_2950,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6e7tp8nv652tx9dyt.jpg" caption="Oct 14, 2026; Birmingham, AL, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden speaks during the SEC Basketball Tipoff at Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook.  Mandatory Credit: Butch Dill-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mike Norvell’s firing ends an FSU era Florida fans wanted to last forever</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/mike-norvell-s-firing-ends-an-fsu-era-florida-fans-wanted-to-last-forever?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6e6rtz5rv</guid><description>FSU finally fires Mike Norvell, robbing Florida of one last chance to twist the knife</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5419,h_3048,x_0,y_565/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6e6x82h1chazx3zhv.jpg" caption="Nov 29, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles head coach Mike Norvell walks off the field after a game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida survives the AP Top 25 cut, and November offers a chance to climb</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-survives-the-ap-top-25-cut-and-november-offers-a-chance-to-climb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6cbm3qkbh</guid><description>Losing to Georgia wasn’t great for the Gators as Florida was simply outclassed on Saturday, but it didn’t actually gurt Florida too much in terms of the polls. </description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 20:13:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3388,h_1905,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6cbn7gx4medt47ht1.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) runs the ball during the third quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall shares Tramell Jones injury news that sheds light on Florida QB situation</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-shares-tramell-jones-injury-news-that-sheds-light-on-florida-qb-situation-01m6c4fxn4ea?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6c4fxn4ea</guid><description>The Gators have a to figure out their quarterback situation in a hurry. </description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:17:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2857,h_1607,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6c54ej1h6xtyddfq2.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs during the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida still has playmakers. Why has Buster Faulkner’s offense stopped working?</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-still-has-playmakers-why-has-buster-faulkner-s-offense-stopped-working?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6bttvygmv</guid><description>Florida’s once-explosive offense is running out of places to hide its flaws</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 15:18:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3618,h_2035,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6btxwdpa9d8rx5sk0.jpg" caption="Sep 12, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA;  Florida Gators offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner looks on before a game against the Campbell Fighting Camels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida’s ugly Georgia loss buried an encouraging change on defense</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-s-ugly-georgia-loss-buried-an-encouraging-change-on-defense?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6bkr7vk4f</guid><description>Florida finally found something that works on defense, and it needs to stick</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3109,h_1748,x_0,y_139/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6bkv1geqchdsf8t63.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators safety DJ Coleman (33) breaks up the pass intended for Florida Gators wide receiver Jaden Edgecombe (23) during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Top 25 prediction: Florida is bumped out of the polls after another bad loss to Georgia</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/top-25-prediction-florida-is-bumped-out-of-the-polls-after-another-bad-loss-to-georgia?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6apcz9vzx</guid><description>Blowout losses are almost guaranteed to be heavily punished by the voters. It&#39;s happened to Florida twice before already this season and the third time should have the same results. As for the Bulldogs, they are one step closer to the top. </description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4344,h_2443,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6b2hj5esy8en8ac92.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Chris Cole (9) leaps to sack Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) during the fourth quarter  at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall reveals the setback that kept Vernell Brown III out against Georgia</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-reveals-the-setback-that-kept-vernell-brown-iii-out-against-georgia?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6bj6atfsf</guid><description>Jon Sumrall’s latest Vernell Brown III update explains why the optimism faded</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:47:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1436,h_807,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6bjb4syte39mw9qdg.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall speaks with former NFL player and SEC Nation analyst Tim Tebow prior to the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall’s first Cocktail Party felt too much like the Florida he was hired to fix</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-s-first-cocktail-party-felt-too-much-like-the-florida-he-was-hired-to-fix?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6bg46d820</guid><description>Florida changed coaches, but Georgia exposed the same familiar problems</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:10:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3109,h_1748,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6bg4sergsfnqnpq4j.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall walks off the field after the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  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Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall&#39;s fiery apology to Florida fans will be meaningless unless changes arrive after loss to Georgia</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-s-fiery-apology-to-florida-fans-will-be-meaningless-unless-changes-arrive-after-loss-to-georgia?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6a8y1bhp8</guid><description>Losing to Georgia always stings — Florida has lost six straight to the border rivals. But to get run off the field in the first half and blown up off the line of scrimmage is completely disheartening. </description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 01:07:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3109,h_1748,x_0,y_58/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m6a9bbsjtjxkrwqrps.jpg" caption="Oct 31, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall walks off the field after the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.  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Cox/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida vs. Georgia: How to watch, weather, injuries, odds, announcers, and more</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-vs-georgia-how-to-watch-weather-injuries-odds-announcers-and-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m690s1zh96</guid><description>Florida looks to stop a five-game losing streak to Georgia</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:03:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3959,h_2226,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m690tybcqvva2gjmhn.jpg" caption="Oct 10, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA;  Florida Gators wide receiver Dallas Wilson (6) gestures after making a catch against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.  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[Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Vernell Brown III’s late downgrade complicates the return Florida thought was coming</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/vernell-brown-iii-s-late-downgrade-complicates-the-return-florida-thought-was-coming?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m67s5dbvvh</guid><description>Vernell Brown III’s status takes an unexpected turn after Sumrall’s optimistic update</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m67sd53wd9anter9fm.jpg" caption="Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) waits at the line of scrimmage against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida could finally unleash its dream receiver trio just in time for Georgia</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-could-finally-unleash-its-dream-receiver-trio-just-in-time-for-georgia?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m66bvrbs45</guid><description>Florida’s case for a Georgia upset starts with getting these three receivers together</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2816,h_1584,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m66bwm6bxxw7g1gfgc.jpg" caption="Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA;  Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Thomas Haugh’s SEC honor highlights Florida’s strength and its lingering concern</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/thomas-haugh-s-sec-honor-highlights-florida-s-strength-and-its-lingering-concern?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m64r9g1jms</guid><description>Florida’s frontcourt is built for a title. Can its guards finish the job?</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:17:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4554,h_2561,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m64raanv4jccewnjxn.jpg" caption="Feb 7, 2026; College Station, Texas, USA; Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) looks to grab a rebound during the second half against the Texas A&amp;M Aggies at Reed Arena. 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These five plays explain how they vanished</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1620,h_911,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m646s1fh8b05dctcw3.jpg" caption="Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) looks to pass the ball during the annual Florida Georgia rivalry game at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville Fla. 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Tramell Jones Jr. (9) and Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throw during Florida Football Fall camp practice availability at Heavener Football Training Center in Gainesville, FL on Friday, August 7, 2026. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida’s QB decision matters, but Jadan Baugh could decide the Georgia game</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-s-qb-decision-matters-but-jadan-baugh-could-decide-the-georgia-game?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m61ygt4yvb</guid><description>Florida’s upset hopes against Georgia could hinge on Jadan Baugh hitting triple digits</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4122,h_2318,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m61ykxgjdd4c6xdnwm.jpg" caption="Oct 3, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA;  Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) carries the ball in the first quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.  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O&#39;Connell Center Exactek arena in Gainesville, FL on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Florida won 68-85. 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The Sarasota High Sailors hosted the Riverview High Rams in a cross-town rivalry football game on Friday night, Oct. 23, 2026. 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Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>SEC Power Rankings: Florida is firmly on the CFP bubble after a week of upsets and chaos</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/sec-power-rankings-florida-is-firmly-on-the-cfp-bubble-after-a-week-of-upsets-and-chaos?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5wjy6beas</guid><description>The big goal right now, is positioning for one of those top-12 spots in the initial CFP Rankings on Nov. 3. </description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4164,h_2342,x_0,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/213/01m5wk28r30bmksbdv3w.jpg" caption="Florida v Texas | Tim Warner/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall makes a curious choice to stay quiet about Florida&#39;s QB... for now</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-makes-a-curious-choice-to-stay-quiet-about-florida-s-qb-for-now?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5wez4hpv6</guid><description>The Florida Gators coach danced around the question of who will start against the Bulldogs, saying that he has faith in both players and is more focused on playing winning football in Atlanta this weekend. </description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5000,h_2812,x_0,y_377/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5wf20wwn7wa2ng0nt.jpg" caption="Florida quarterback J. Tramell Jones Jr. (9) and Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throw during Florida Football Fall camp practice availability at Heavener Football Training Center in Gainesville, FL on Friday, August 7, 2026. 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[Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida gets a bump to No. 17 in the AP Poll as Jon Sumrall prepares for his first Georgia game</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-gets-a-bump-to-no-17-in-the-ap-poll-as-jon-sumrall-prepares-for-his-first-georgia?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5tfkns87t</guid><description>The Florida Gators moved up three spots on their week off, proving that sometimes the best action is no action.  With the slight uptick in the AP Top 25 poll, t</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:43:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_417/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/213/01m5tg3nwyxs02qkw4vt.jpg" caption="Florida v Texas | Tim Warner/GettyImages"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida opens as a double-digit underdog vs. Georgia, but has momentum on its side</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-opens-double-digit-underdog-vs-georgia-but-has-momentum-on-its-side?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5t3btgcx3</guid><description>For the first time in the 103 or 104 meetings (depending on the history book you read), this game will be held in Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:11:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2048,h_1152,x_0,y_93/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5t3ga2vefy50bjytx.jpg" caption="Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Top 25 prediction: Florida benefits from a bye week and should move inside the top 20</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/top-25-prediction-florida-benefits-from-a-bye-week-and-should-move-inside-the-top-20?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5rsdffyba</guid><description>The Gators have to like where they stand going into this Saturday&#39;s showdown against Georgia, which will be held in Atlanta for the first time in the history of the rivalry. </description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3247,h_1826,x_0,y_134/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5rtz5wdj1m71mgmxh.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators tight end Lacota Dippre (17) is congratulated by teammates after catching a touchdown during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  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Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Week that was with the Gators: Texas toppled, Jones steps up, and basketball takes No. 1</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/week-that-was-with-the-gators-texas-toppled-jones-steps-up-and-basketball-takes-no-1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5nsnz2j6f</guid><description>Week that was with the Gators: Texas toppled, Jones steps up, and basketball takes No. 1</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5061,h_2846,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5nst92qanavqnpbt3.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) reacts after running for a first down to secure a victory at the end of the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  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Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Five Florida commits giving Jon Sumrall more reasons to like his 2027 class</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/five-florida-commits-giving-jon-sumrall-more-reasons-to-like-his-2027-class?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5mwmv97wv</guid><description>Florida’s 2027 recruiting class has more brewing than its biggest names</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5mwqqa8e2jf6e5f8n.jpg" caption="Florida head coach Jon Sumrall gets off the buss during gator walk before an NCAA football game against Mississippi at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 26, 2026. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida fans saw a painfully familiar ending in their former coach’s first JMU loss</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-fans-saw-a-painfully-familiar-ending-in-their-former-coach-s-first-jmu-loss?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5mbjbp4s6</guid><description>JMU’s unbeaten start ended with a script Florida fans know too well</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:33:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2839,h_1596,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5mbwhd106fgfetrys.jpg" caption="Oct 18, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier looks on against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Sumrall’s fire returned against Texas, and Florida seemed to feed off it</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/jon-sumrall-s-fire-returned-against-texas-and-florida-seemed-to-feed-off-it?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5jampkrys</guid><description>Florida’s comeback offered a compelling case for letting Jon Sumrall be himself</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4767,h_2681,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5jat9g3thpj9wwwwy.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators Head Coach Jon Sumrall during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida’s three-point nightmare against Baylor overshadowed a familiar bench concern</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-s-three-point-nightmare-against-baylor-overshadowed-a-familiar-bench-concern?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5j5vzngv5</guid><description>Florida’s bench has something to prove after a quiet opening act against Baylor</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4804,h_2702,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5j5yv2fhc7d8acp75.jpg" caption="Oct 14, 2026; Birmingham, AL, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden speaks during the SEC Basketball Tipoff at Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook.  Mandatory Credit: Butch Dill-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida Gator News: Kyle Trask and Walton Clayton Jr. each given another chance at the pros, More</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-gator-news-kyle-trask-and-walton-clayton-jr-each-given-another-chance-at-the-pros-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexis Farinacci</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5gnh43982</guid><description>Kyle Trask Signed to the Dallas Cowboys Practice Squad Former Florida Gator, Kyle Trask has been given another chance and an opportunity to return to the NFL. 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Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Alexis Farinacci"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida’s easiest remaining game is clear, but the rest could get complicated</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-s-easiest-remaining-game-is-clear-but-the-rest-could-get-complicated?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5hrypcnsf</guid><description>Florida’s final five games ranked from manageable to another potential nightmare</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5hs2b0d919ghyrzf8.jpg" caption="Florida head coach Jon Sumrall watches the action  during the first half of an NCAA football at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, October 10, 2026. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ranking the 25 best rivalries in college football history</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/ranking-the-25-best-rivalries-in-college-football-history?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Buhler</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g8ttb007</guid><description>College football would not be the same without its many distinguished and irreplaceable rivalries. Of the dozens this one-of-a-kind sport has, these 25 have separated from the pack. You cannot tell the story of college football without these rivalries.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:22:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1919,h_1079,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/229/01m5fa9wpa7kxem6xv4q.jpg" caption="Imagn Images | Photo Illustration by Michael Castillo"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Buhler"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>CBS Sports predicts a Florida finish that would thrill and torment Gator fans</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/cbs-sports-predicts-a-florida-finish-that-would-thrill-and-torment-gator-fans?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5fx3se9rz</guid><description>Florida’s projected path to 9-3 comes with one maddening twist</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3247,h_1826,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5fx54ys6r55gcrybk.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators tight end Lacota Dippre (17) is congratulated by teammates after catching a touchdown during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  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Whether it&#39;s practi</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4767,h_2681,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5dgwdz0bs6t63a5qj.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators Head Coach Jon Sumrall during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  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[Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Three Florida players who deserve a bigger role after the bye week</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/three-florida-players-who-deserve-a-bigger-role-after-the-bye-week?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5d4q4apn3</guid><description>Three Gators worth a longer look as Florida prepares for its final five games</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5d515d00y3fdddh4k.jpg" caption="Florida safety Lagonza Hayward (2) drops Campbell wide receiver Barry Tate (3)  during the second half of an NCAA football game at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Florida won 52-3[Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Walter Clayton Jr.’s Memphis exit creates an unexpected reset for the former Florida star</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/walter-clayton-jr-s-memphis-exit-creates-an-unexpected-reset-for-the-former-florida-star?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5cm7wxkpd</guid><description>Walter Clayton Jr.’s NBA journey takes another turn as Memphis waives the former Gator</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4136,h_2326,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5cmajgdg8f71v8eer.jpg" caption="Oct 7, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Walter Clayton Jr. (4) dribbles as Orlando Magic guard Jase Richardson (11) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Recent preseason No. 1 teams have struggled to reach the stage Florida expects</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/recent-preseason-no-1-teams-have-struggled-to-reach-the-stage-florida-expects-?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5aqydxfzq</guid><description>Florida earns preseason No. 1, but recent history offers a March Madness warning</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5246,h_2950,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5aqzdjg67tq78dpke.jpg" caption="Oct 14, 2026; Birmingham, AL, USA;  Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden speaks during the SEC Basketball Tipoff at Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook.  Mandatory Credit: Butch Dill-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>SEC Power Rankings see plenty of movement after a week full of upsets and statements</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/sec-power-rankings-see-plenty-of-movement-after-a-week-full-of-upsets-and-statements?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5an5zs6zq</guid><description>It&#39;s no surprise that the SEC Power Rankings took a big shift after this past week of upsets. Every team has reached the halfway point of the season, and we have a better idea of the teams that are good, bad, trending, descending, or complete frauds.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7364,h_4142,x_0,y_152/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5anfp7xxpbzqj08sc.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (9) throws a pass during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida climbs back into the AP Top 25 right in time for a much-needed bye week</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-climbs-back-into-ap-top-25-right-in-time-much-needed-bye-week?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m58k42vpw3</guid><description>Sometimes the bye week can come at the right time and, for the Florida Gators, that means a little time off before things get serious again with a trip to Atlanta to take on the Georgia Bulldogs.</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:06:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4916,h_2765,x_0,y_1/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m58k65va83w9fezb8f.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs for yards during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida Gators News: Basketball loses exhibition game, Volleyball gets big win, More</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-gators-news-basketball-loses-exhibition-game-volleyball-gets-big-win-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5a1td2e0j</guid><description>Florida went cold from three and lost to Baylor</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1898,h_1067,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m5a1w6xd7x3z4ydfm3.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden looks on against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the first half during a second round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Easton Royal trolling Texas makes Florida&#39;s wild Week 7 upset that much sweeter</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/easton-royal-trolling-texas-makes-florida-wild-week-7-upset-that-much-sweeter?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Corey Long</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5813g9x3n</guid><description>Royal, who has never been shy about his usage of social media, didn&#39;t need to say much in the post on his X account, the graphics said it all.</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:46:15 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6919,h_3891,x_0,y_166/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m581a0qzmdva7mxhgb.jpg" caption="Oct 27, 2023; Metairie, LA, USA; Brother Martin Crusaders wide receiver Easton Royal (23) scores a touchdown against John Curtis Patriots linebacker Benjamin Barron (30) during the first quarter at The Shrine on Airline. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Florida’s chaotic season suddenly looks a lot like everyone else’s in the SEC</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/florida-s-chaotic-season-suddenly-looks-a-lot-like-everyone-else-s-in-the-sec?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m57yvj45j6</guid><description>Florida’s roller-coaster season makes more sense after the SEC’s chaotic Saturday</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4916,h_2765,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m57z2ba45ptpxy7fa3.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs for yards during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>London Montgomery stepped up on a day Florida needed him most</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/london-montgomery-stepped-up-on-a-day-florida-needed-him-most?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexis Farinacci</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m55qm6mv31</guid><description>It was “next man up” mentality in several aspects of Florida’s 27-24 victory over Texas and one of those men to step up was Senior running back, London Montgome</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m55qw6ftn0mdhrjrrj.jpg" caption="Florida running back London Montgomery (24) celebrates during the second half an NCAA football game against Mississippi at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 26, 2026. 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Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Corey Long"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>LJ McCray delivers the performance Florida fans were starting to doubt would come</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/lj-mccray-delivers-the-performance-florida-fans-were-starting-to-doubt-would-come?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m56d6ws14j</guid><description>Florida’s forgotten five-star makes himself felt when the Gators need him most</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4223,h_2375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m56d828ft11qa1x44z.jpg" caption="Sep 12, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman LJ McCray (11) celebrates a sack against the Campbell Fighting Camels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Benjamin Henderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Five overlooked plays that made Florida’s stunning Texas comeback possible</title><link>https://hailfloridahail.com/five-overlooked-plays-that-made-florida-s-stunning-texas-comeback-possible?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Benjamin Henderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m56bcntv2p</guid><description>The hidden turning points behind Florida’s comeback win at Texas</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3247,h_1826,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/213/01m56bft4hmm7dx7d0jz.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA;  Florida Gators tight end Lacota Dippre (17) is congratulated by teammates after catching a touchdown during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.  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