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The Florida Gators are in a tough spot halfway through the 2025 season. Head coach Billy Napier is in a rough spot with the Gators. He has a 21-23 record overall, but is winless in games against ranked teams on the road (0-14).

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Gators' Future Relies on DJ Lagway

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway, with the first half of the season in the rearview mirror, must find a way to push through the last six games. Outside of the nightmarish five-interception effort versus LSU, Lagway improved his play in the previous two weeks.

Billy Napier News / Florida Gators on SI / October 13

'We're Close' Not Good Enough in Year Four for Billy Napier, Gators

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The seat has never been hotter for a Florida Gators head football coach. Billy Napier, who battled from a being coach on the hot seat to having one of the most impressive coaching jobs in the country back to being back on the hot seat, more than likely finds himself near the end of his tenure with the program.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 13

Trio of Gators Named Preseason All-SEC

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- A trio of Florida Gators were tabbed to the preseason All-SEC teams, one of whom were listed on the First Team. Forward Alex Condon was the lone Gator named First-Team All-SEC, while forward Thomas Haugh and guard Boogie Fland were named to the Second Team.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / October 13

College basketball rankings: Florida Gators open AP Top 25 with highest preseason ranking in 19 years

The reigning national champion Florida Gators begin the 2025-26 college basketball season with the greatest expectations surrounding the program in two decades.

Florida Gators News / SwimSwam / October 13

#13 Abby Chan Sends Verbal Commitment to Florida Gators for 2027-28

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Billy Napier News / A to Z Sports / October 13

Billy Napier's egregious comments following Saturday's loss continue proving he's not the Florida Gators' future

The Florida Gators are in a rough spot at 2-4 on the season, and the majority of their failures has to do with head coach Billy Napier. Overall, the defense has been really stout over the course of the first five games, but they finally showed signs of the injuries slowing them down.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 12

Gators vs Texas A&M Stock Report: Another Loss Napier Can't Afford

The Florida Gators fell to Texas A&M, 34-17, to fall to 2-4 on the year on Saturday. Like every week, we evaluate who saw their stock rise and who saw their stock take a hit. We got two that went up and three that went down this week.

Billy Napier News / Florida Gators on SI / October 12

Napier to Blame for Gators' Loss at Texas A&M

In a 34-17 loss to Texas A&M, the Florida Gators could not overcome their nemesis: subpar coaching and leadership. As outstanding as Billy Napier called the plays against Texas last week, he decided to pull defeat from the jaws of victory in a winnable game.

Billy Napier News / A to Z Sports / October 12

How much is Billy Napier's contract buyout? It will cost Florida Gators substantial amount if they fire its head coach

It's been a difficult season for the Florida Gators. They sit at 2-4 under head coach Billy Napier and things aren't getting better. Going into the season, Napier ranks 24th in the nation with a salary of $7.22 million.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 11

Takeaways From Gators' Loss to Texas A&M: Momentum Gone Again

The Florida Gators suffer another road loss to a top-10 opponent this season, this time falling to Texas A&M, 34-17. Right after a big win over another top Texas program, they flopped after what looked to be a strong start. Looks like we’re back here again, wondering what's next.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 11

Gators Announce Injury Designation for RB Ja'Kobi Jackson Ahead of Texas A&M Game

COLLEGE STATION, Tx.-- The Florida Gators have decided on senior running back Ja'Kobi Jackson's availability ahead of Saturday's game against No. 5 Texas A&M.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / October 10

Florida Football Friday Final: DJ Lagway’s continued progress essential as Gators circle Texas A&M

The Florida Gators under head coach Billy Napier have won big games, defeated ranked opponents and pulled off upsets. What the program has not been able to accomplish is a level of success that is able to be sustained through the majority of a season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 10

OL Depth Takes a Hit, Florida Gators Down a Main Tight End

The Florida Gators will head to College Station, Texas, to take on Texas A&M on Saturday with some holes in their offensive line. The latest injury report is out, and they'll be down two offensive lineman, Devon Manuel and Roderick Kearney, as well as tight end Tony Livingston.