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‘I knew we were’ — Florida HC Jon Sumrall’s confidence in one area of the Gators’ performance continues to show after Saturday’s big win

The No. 1 thing Jon Sumrall knew he needed to address was the offense, and that has resulted in an explosive unit. Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall hasn’t just started well, it arguably couldn’t have gone much better.

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College football rankings: Florida Gators enter AP Top 25 for first time this season after win at Auburn

It was hardly a surprise when the Florida Gators were left off preseason college football rankings lists. Coming off a 4-8 season with sub- .500 campaigns in four of the prior years, Florida did not deserve any benefit of the doubt.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 20

Faulkner Makes Statement in First SEC Game as Gators OC

When Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall was hired, he followed it by making smart, impactful coaching hires himself. He brought in a proven offensive

College Football News / EasySportz / September 20

Florida Stuns Auburn in Wild SEC Showdown

The Florida Gators are officially 3-0. Florida traveled to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday night and defeated Auburn 44-39 in a wild SEC opener, giving first-year head coach Jon Sumrall his first conference victory with the Gators.

Stock Report Florida vs Auburn: Run the Clark, Penalties Need Addressing

The Florida Gators passed a major test on the road to start SEC play. They took down the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium to improve to 3-0 for the first time since 2019.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / September 19

Florida vanquishes Auburn: Takeaways as Jadan Baugh erupts, Gators offense stays hot on road

The venue changed. The competition improved. The result remained the same. Head coach Jon Sumrall on Saturday night became the first Florida Gators program leader since Urban Meyer to start 3-0 in his first season at the helm as Florida prevailed 44-39 over the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 18

UF Announces Plans for a New 'Championship-Level' Golf Course

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida on Thursday announced plans to a new "championship-level" golf course in Gainesville, giving its men's and women's golf programs a new home while also giving UF opportunities to host notable college, amateur and professional tournaments.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 17

Auburn vs. Florida: Remembering the last time Alex Golesh and Jon Sumrall met up

There's absolutely a lot on the line for both the Florida Gators and Auburn Tigers in Week 3's clash at Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Friendship, family lines blur as Florida travels to Auburn

Miami dominates early Sunshine State power rankings

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College Football News / Field Level Media / September 17

Friendship, family lines blur as Florida travels to Auburn

With Florida playing its first Southeastern Conference game in its new coach's old stomping grounds, there could be some mixed rooting interest from head coach Jon Sumrall's family and friends.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 17

Faulkner Preparing for First Road Test as Gators OC

The Florida Gators get their first taste of SEC football this season against the Auburn Tigers on Saturday at Jordan Hare Stadium. It is also offensive

Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / September 16

Former Florida Gators rookie is thriving at a new position, and his future is incredibly bright

The Florida Gators have done a good job putting offensive linemen into the NFL, and Austin Barber is the next. The Cleveland Browns selected Florida Gators left tackle Austin Barber in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and the rookie offensive lineman has already made a significant impact on his new team.

Aaron Philo News / Florida Gators on SI / September 16

QB Philo Ready for First Test as Gators Open SEC Play at Auburn

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Aaron Philo has thrived in his first two starts as the Florida Gators' starting quarterback, throwing for 517 yards and five touchdowns, with two more coming on the ground, while completing over 76 percent of his passes.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 15

Olive the Film: Takeaways After Rewatching Florida's Week Two Win Over Campbell

The Florida Gators continued a dominant start under Jon Sumrall to kick off the 2026 season, including another offensive explosion on the way to a 52-3 victory over the Campbell Camels in Week Two.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 14

Florida's Jon Sumrall, Auburn's Alex Golesh fanning rivalry flames

Jon Sumrall, head coach of the Florida Gators, has significant ties to the Auburn Tigers.

Byrum Brown tosses two TDs in Auburn's rout of Southern Miss

Mike Norvell should be on alert after Florida State fires athletic director

The numbers that could end up dooming Mike Norvell at Florida State

Florida State has a star in the making with Ousmane Kromah

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Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / September 13

Jon Sumrall Calls Out Gators After Campbell Win: 'We Will Get Absolutely Embarrassed if We Don't Improve a Ton'

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators beat Campbell on Saturday by 49 points. Jon Sumrall was still not pleased with what he saw in his second game as the program's head coach.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 13

Florida Dominates Campbell 52-3 in Another Statement Win

The Florida Gators continued their impressive start to the 2026 season Saturday night, dominating Campbell 52-3 at The Swamp to move to 2-0 under first-year head coach Jon Sumrall.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / September 12

Everything Jon Sumrall Said After the Florida Gators' 52-3 Win Over Campbell

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators moved to 2-0 to begin the 2026 season on Saturday with a 52-3 win over FCS Campbell. After the game, Sumrall praised

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / September 12

Florida Gators flatten Campbell: Takeaways as Vernell Brown III explodes for three touchdowns

There was never much of a question about how Saturday evening’s affair would unfold inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, but it was certainly not expected

Florida Gators News / Viral Sports News / September 12

Former Florida Gators RB Suffers Brutal NFL Setback

Gator Nation is sending well wishes to one of its own this weekend. Former Florida running back Malik Davis, the Tampa product who spent five seasons in Gainesville, has been placed on injured reserve by the Dallas Cowboys after a hip injury that required Saturday surgery and will cost him the entire 2026 season, via the NFL transaction log.

Florida Gators News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Former Florida Gators Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Florida Gators edge rusher Tyreak Sapp was released from the Cleveland Browns’ practice squad Monday, a brief NFL chapter ending just as the regular season begins.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / September 4

Florida Gators land $5 million annual payday from Ripple

One day before the season opener, Florida announced a massive new sponsorship with Ripple, and it will feature an XRP logo on the field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Under new coach Jon Sumrall, Florida opens against Florida Atlantic

Judge's ruling paves way for former NFL players to join LSU

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