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Gators Basketball Will Start Season at Top of AP Top 25

It was expected that the Florida Gators would enter the 2026-27 season as the preseason No. 1 team in the country. Now, it is official. The Associated Press released its official preseason poll on Monday, naming the Gators as the No.

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Jon Sumrall’s Blunt Message for Gators Heading into Bye: ‘We Still Suck’

Fresh off a massive 27-24 upset over then-No. 7 Texas, Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall had a blunt message for his team: “We still suck.” Having already experienced two equally massive let-downs after its win over then-No.

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: Florida

While the 2026 Florida Gators season ended at the hands of Troy, a school that ultimately went to Omaha, there were positives. Although perhaps not everything was a positive, given that UF had high hopes last season.

Florida Gators News / ESPN / October 19

Florida No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25 men's hoop poll

The Florida Gators are an overwhelming choice as the No. 1 team in the Associated Press preseason men's basketball poll released on Monday.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / October 19

College basketball rankings: Florida Gators open at No. 1 in Preseason AP Top 25 for first time in 20 years

The 2024-25 national champion Florida Gators begin the 2026-27 college basketball season with expectations surrounding the program that are the most significant in two decades.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / October 19

Florida's Tramell Jones Jr. had right mindset for Texas showdown

Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. could have packed it in after he lost the offseason quarterback battle to Aaron Philo.

Arch Manning, Texas continue to struggle after home loss to unranked Florida

Texas reportedly taking steps toward potential Arch Manning benching with increased first-team reps for KJ Lacey

Arch Manning's 'chip on his shoulder' will determine whether QB saves his job and Texas' slim CFP chances

Week 7 was chaotic day of futility for NCAA top-10 teams

Weekly Syllabus: Arch Manning's hot seat, a Big 12 showcase and more

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Tramell Jones News / Florida Gators on SI / October 19

Three Important Plays From Gators QB Tramell Jones Jr.’s 1st Career Start

Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. did what most thought he couldn't, leading the Gators to an upset win over the No. 7 Texas Longhorns at Darrell K.

College Football News / TWSN / October 17

Jon Sumrall Has a Decision to Make After Tramell Jones Stuns Texas

The Florida Gators needed a response, and being without Aaron Philo for the game led to their outlook against Texas being poor. For Jon Sumrall this led to him having Trammel Jones under center for the game.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 17

Arch Manning, Texas continue to struggle after loss to Florida

Arch Manning, Texas continue to struggle after home loss to unranked Florida

The No. 7 Texas Longhorns have fallen to an unranked opponent again. The culprit in Saturday's 27-24 loss to the Florida Gators was the same as in last week's 27-24 loss to Oklahoma: quarterback Arch Manning.

Where does Manning land on NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest big board?

Draft analyst Todd McShay says Manning should return to college in 2027

Trinidad Chambliss records four TDs as No. 9 Ole Miss blasts No. 13 Missouri

No. 15 Kentucky continues underdog run with win over Oklahoma

Indiana WR costs team win with heartbreaking mistake

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / October 17

Gators Legend Chris Doering Predicts 'Nasty' Gators vs. No. 7 Longhorns Outcome

The Florida Gators take on the No. 7 Texas Longhorns on Saturday at Noon EST. The Gators will be eager to return to the field after a pair of less-than-stellar performances the last two weeks.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 16

QB Change Expected for Gators vs. Texas

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators are now expected to make a change at quarterback against Texas on Saturday. Backup Tramell Jones Jr. is expected to start in place of Aaron Philo, according to multiple reports.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 16

Gators Get Big Jump in Recruiting Rankings after 5-Star Flip

The Florida Gators head to Austin this weekend to take on the No. 7 Texas Longhorns at Noon EST on Saturday. It's a big chance for the Gators to erase the memory of the last two losses and get their College Football Playoff hopes back on track.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 16

Three Key Offensive Players Questionable for Florida's Matchup at Texas

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators approach Saturday's matchup at No. 7 Texas with four key offensive players listed on the availability report, including three who are listed as questionable.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 14

Florida Gators feeling positive about Vernell Brown III

The Florida Gators have been without star wide receiver Vernell Brown III for the past two games.

Jon Sumrall got roasted by his teenage son over Florida’s loss

No. 7 Texas looks to escape offensive lull as it hosts scuffling Florida

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Jon Sumrall News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13

Jon Sumrall got roasted by his teenage son over Florida’s loss

The Florida Gators suffered an ugly loss to South Carolina on Saturday, and the performance was bad enough that it apparently sparked a minor crisis within coach Jon Sumrall’s family.

Jon Sumrall News / Yardbarker / October 12

Easton Royal flip softens Florida, Jon Sumrall's tough weekend

It wasn't a game the Florida Gators were supposed to lose. They entered their Week 6 matchup with the South Carolina Gamecocks ranked No. 16 in the nation.

Missed pass interference, lack of discipline send Kalen DeBoer into rage as No. 6 Alabama loses to No. 2 Georgia

Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian's right about Arch Manning's last name creating unfair criticism — but QB must learn to accept it

CFB Week 6 winners, losers: First-year coaches earn signature wins

The 'Division I FBS Texas football teams' quiz

Florida Gators News / The Spun / October 11

Florida Abruptly Removes 3 College Gymnasts From The Program

The University of Florida has confirmed that three women’s collegiate gymnasts have been removed from the roster. Florida announced this week that three collegiate gymnasts – senior Skylar Draser and juniors Ly Bui and Lily Bruce – are no longer part of the program, heading into the 2026-27 athletics year.

Florida Gators News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Florida Gymnast Speaks Out Days After Sudden Roster Removal Ahead of Senior Year

After spending three years with the Florida Gators gymnastics program, Skylar Draser is facing an unexpected end to her time with the team just months before her senior season.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / October 7

Florida basketball gets big commitment over Arizona with four-star Kamsi Awaka

Florida Gators men's basketball coach Todd Golden is a big-time, championship-level head coach, and that plays out on the recruiting trail as well.

The 'Big 12 basketball Player of the Year' quiz

Jadan Baugh News / Yardbarker / October 6

Jadan Baugh, No. 16 Florida ready to move on, but that's easier said than done

The Florida Gators came crashing back to earth in Week 5 of the 2026 college football season.

No. 16 Florida needs quick rebound against talented South Carolina

Florida State at Miami receives a primetime kickoff

CFB Week 5 winners, losers: Jeremiah Smith dominates, SEC teams humbled

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Eli Drinkwitz News / Yardbarker / October 3

Eli Drinkwitz, Missouri silence doubters with blowout win over Florida

Eli Drinkwitz, No. 25 Missouri silence doubters with blowout win over No. 8 Florida

Missouri pulled off the biggest upset of the week with a dominant 45-17 win over the No. 8-ranked Florida Gators.

P.J. Fleck’s ‘Row the Boat’ Era surging again at Minnesota

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan have a lot to figure out after loss to Minnesota

Kyle Whittingham admits biggest challenge of career after Michigan loss

Bryce Underwood running out of real estate at Michigan

Pitt's ACC, playoff hopes take major hit with Mason Heintschel injury news

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Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / September 30

Todd Golden, Florida land top PF recruit Ian Condon: Assessing the four-star's value for Gators

The Florida Gators and head coach Todd Golden picked up a big commitment earlier from four-star power forward Ian Condon.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / September 26

No. 21 Florida finding identity behind Jadan Baugh, Duke Clark

After a dominating win over No. 4-ranked Ole Miss on Saturday, the No. 21 Florida Gators have emerged as a true threat in the SEC.

Texas DE Colin Simmons bounces back to make history vs. No. 14 Tennessee

Clock doesn't lie: Iowa stuns Michigan with walk-off touchdown on bonus play

Mike Locksley's seat only getting hotter after Maryland gets embarrassed at home

Indiana's winning streak reaches 20 games, but it should serve as wakeup call

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25

Jordan Love knows what Packers need after blowout loss to Falcons

Shortly after the Green Bay Packers suffered a humiliating 35-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur had an explanation.

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

Packers' Matt LaFleur shares Josh Jacobs admission after 'butt-whooping' loss to Falcons

Emmanuel Acho goes off on Packers HC Matt LaFleur amid hot seat talk

Packers, Josh Jacobs get major update about potential suspension