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Gators An Early Contender for Rising 2027 DB

2027 Dothan (Ala.) cornerback Ai’King Hall’s long offer sheet doesn’t match his zero-star rating, while the Florida Gators entered the congested race for the rising defensive back recently and have quickly become a contender early on in his process.

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Is Rueben Chinyelu the Best Defender in the Country? Gators HC Todd Golden Gives His Take

Not only do the Florida Gators have one of the best defenses in the SEC, but they might also roster one of the best individual defenders the league has

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / February 2

Florida Gators a 'Serious Contender' for Major In-State DT After Recent Visit

After offering imposing four-star defensive lineman Maleek Lee during his visit to Gainesville on Saturday, Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators have quickly joined the race for the premium in-state 2027 prospect.

College Basketball News / Florida Gators on SI / February 2

Three Takeaways from Florida Gators Basketball's Dismantling of Alabama

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The No. 19 Florida Gators extended their win streak over the Alabama Crimson Tide to five games on Sunday, leaving Exactech Arena with a 100-77 victory.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / February 1

Florida vs. Alabama score, takeaways: No. 19 Gators back up trash talk, rolling No. 23 Tide

What looked like it might be a tight contest in Gainesville, Florida, became anything but at the midway point of Sunday afternoon’s battle between the No.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 1

Florida backs up HC's comments with dominant showing against Alabama

No. 19 Florida backs up HC Todd Golden's comments with dominant showing against No. 23 Alabama

It was a reminder to the SEC that the conference may still go through the Gators this season after a slow start.

Jay Bilas believes college basketball's eligibility problem actually 'not that big of a deal'

Top five favorites to win the national title in men's college basketball

Four teams battling the bubble entering February

The 'Active NCAA Tournament appearance streak leaders' quiz

Florida Gators News / SwimSwam / February 1

Florida Gets Revenge with Sweep of Florida State After Major Rivalry Upset Last Season

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam January 30, 2026 Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training, Ocala, FL SCY (25 yards) Results Final Scores Women: Florida 186, Florida St.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 31

Gators Signee Labeled 'Most College-Ready' QB in 2026 Class by ESPN

As the Florida Gators enter the Jon Sumrall era, the program also enters a new chapter of its offense under new offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner, who is holding an open quarterback competition on the roster.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 31

Gators OC Buster Faulkner Provides Insight on Upcoming QB Competition

There are several important position battles taking place this spring for the Florida Gators on the gridiron, thanks to departures at a multitude of spots this offseason.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 30

Urban Meyer Ranks Florida's Hiring of Jon Sumrall

It's no secret that former Florida Gators head coach Urban Meyer endorsed the program's hiring of Jon Sumrall as the next head coach, showing his support with an appearance at his introductory press conference on Dec.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 30

Gators Enter Race for Rising 2027 Quarterback

Sarasota (Fla.) Cardinal Mooney three-star quarterback Davin Davidson spent less than an hour on campus before officially earning an offer from Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators over their weekend junior day event, with Florida now joining the race for one of the biggest recent risers in the 2027 recruiting cycle.

Caleb Banks News / Florida Gators on SI / January 30

Florida Gators DL Caleb Banks Stars at Senior Bowl

After missing a majority of his final season with the Florida Gators, star defensive lineman Caleb Banks needed to impress in his time in Mobile at the Senior Bowl to rebuild a stock that once had him as a potential first round NFL draft pick.

Florida Gators News / SwimSwam / January 30

Olympic Champion Ahmed Hafnaoui Makes Debut for Florida Gators

By Sean Griffin on SwimSwam The University of Florida traveled to Ocala today for a dual meet versus in-state rivals Florida State, and flying a bit under the radar was Ahmed Hafnaoui making his debut for the Gators.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 29

Several Incoming Gators Recruits Land on Rivals' Top 300

As Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators coaching staff turn their attention to the next wave of recruits, it’s worth noting that they were able to land several top-tier prospects in the 2026 recruiting cycle.

Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Jon Sumrall, Florida Receive Strong Message From 5-Star Recruit After Latest Visit

Head coach Jon Sumrall and his staff kept working on the future of the school during the weekend as the Florida Gators hosted a strong group of national recruits during their Junior Day event in Gainesville on Saturday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 25

Jon Sumrall lands first big Florida Gators commitment in 2027 class who can reshape their secondary

Are the Florida Gators getting back to being in the DBU conversation again? They made a statement on Saturday night during their Junior Day recruiting event, as head coach Jon Sumrall landed a commitment in the 2027 recruiting class in four-star cornerback Amare Nugent.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 21

Florida Gators land another talented defender in transfer portal who will fortify a major position of need

Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall continues to be active in the transfer portal by adding a really intriguing depth piece at cornerback in East Carolina's Jordy Lowery.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 17

No. 19 Florida earns huge road win over No. 10 Vanderbilt

In a thrilling college basketball contest between the defending national champion in No. 19 Florida (13-5, 4-1 SEC) and No. 10 Vanderbilt (16-2, 3-2 SEC), it was the Gators who got the last laugh.

Kentucky shocks No. 24 Tennessee with another second-half comeback

Wild scrum breaks out between benches after Kentucky beats No. 24 Tennessee

The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz

Florida Gators News / Softball On SI / January 16

Florida Softball Adds Two Former Players to Coaching Staff

Following graduation in December, two former Florida Gator softball standouts, Kendra Falby and Kara Hammock, are staying in Gainesville this spring. Head coach Tim Walton is keeping the recent alumni on his roster, although this year serving different roles as student assistant coaches.

Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / January 13

The Tennessee Vols are suddenly in danger of losing a commit to the Florida Gators

The Tennessee Vols may be in danger of losing a 2027 commit to the Florida Gators. 2027 three-star cornerback Kamauri Whitfield, 5-foot-11/185 pounds from Orlando, FL, has been committed to Tennessee since October, but the Gators gave him plenty to think about on a recent visit to Gainesville.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 10

Turnovers doom No. 21 Tennessee in historic loss to Florida

Saturday's meeting between the 21st-ranked Tennessee Volunteers and Florida Gators quickly turned into a runaway in Gainesville.

Boogie Fland, Florida live up to hype in win over No. 21 Tennessee

Unbeaten no more: Wisconsin upsets No. 2 Michigan in Ann Arbor

No. 10 Nebraska's comeback win continues unreal Cornhuskers season

West Virginia upsets No. 22 Kansas, earns resume-building win

CBB weekend winners, losers

Florida Gators News / Softball On SI / January 5

Florida Softball Adds No. 1 Recruit as Early Enrollee

The Florida Gators are getting the nation's top recruit earlier than planned. Carolina Stanton, the No. 1 recruit of the 2026 class according to Softball America, signed her athletics aid agreement on National Signing Day in November and is enrolling at Florida for the spring semester.