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Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / November 11

Gators' Sumrall in Uncharted Territory as Head Coach with 5-4 Record

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A little over 11 months ago, Jon Sumrall took to the podium on the second floor of the Heavener Football Training Center for the first time with a clear message for his first official day as the Florida Gators' head coach.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / November 11

Gators Make Schedule Change Following 24-Team Playoff Approval

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As college football moves to a 24-team playoff beginning in 2027, the Florida Gators are making changes to its future schedule. On Tuesday, Florida cancelled a home-and-home series against Notre Dame, which was slated to be played in South Bend in 2031 and Gainesville in 2032, according to the Associated Press.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / November 11

Gators Rename Basketball Arena at Stephen C. O'Connell Center

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators officially have a new naming partner for the arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Previously known as Exactech

College Basketball News / Florida Gators on SI / November 11

Three Takeaways from Gators' Narrow Win at Florida State

The No. 1 Florida Gators avoided an upset in Tallahassee Tuesday night, beating in-state rival Florida State, 81-72. It marks the Gators' sixth straight win over the Seminoles and keeps them undefeated in this rivalry under head coach Todd Golden.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / November 9

Chance at beating No. 1: 3 keys to Florida State Basketball pulling off upset over No. 1 Florida Gators

Head coach Luke Loucks is looking to take a step forward with Florida State Basketball, turning them into an NCAA Tournament team. After easy wins over Troy and Florida A&M to open the season, they take on preseason No.

Jeramiah McCloud News / Florida Gators on SI / November 9

Gators Make Decision on Suspended DL Jeramiah McCloud

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Gators have made a decision on suspended defensive lineman Jeramiah McCloud's future with the program. McCloud, suspended for Saturday's loss to Oklahoma for "conduct detrimental to the team," returned to the program on Monday, head coach Jon Sumrall confirmed.

Jon Sumrall News / A to Z Sports / November 9

‘Plenty of things I’ve regretted’ — Gators HC Jon Sumrall’s brutal honesty about first year proves he’s earned every ounce of confidence

Jon Sumrall continues to prove that he’s earned every ounce of confidence moving forward as we get to the end of his first season. Even though the Florida Gators made Lane Kiffin their No.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / November 9

'We Never Could Find Our Rhythm': Jon Sumrall Breaks Down Gators Loss to Sooners

The Oklahoma Sooners did nothing spectacular Saturday night in their 23-7 win over the Florida Gators, but their defense remained disciplined while the offense consistently converted on third down, extended drives, and put points on the board.

Jeramiah McCloud News / Florida Gators on SI / November 8

Where DL Jeramiah McCloud's Gators Future Stands After Suspension

The Florida Gators' defense had a gaping hole up the middle Saturday night, allowing John Mateer and the Sooners to play bully-ball en route to 10 third-down conversions and multiple depleting drives in their 23-7 victory in the Swamp.

Florida Gators News / Busting Brackets / November 8

Florida, UCLA and Memphis among Bracketology winners to open 2026-27 season

We’re just a few days into the 2026-27 college basketball season and we’ve already gotten some notable results. That includes multiple ranked battles, with teams getting early projected Quad 1 victories on their way-too-early bracketology resumes.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / November 7

Gators Looking to Find Urban Era Toughness as Meyer Gets Inducted into Ring of Honor

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — It is only right that Urban Meyer's Ring of Honor induction comes when the Florida Gators host Oklahoma. Nearly 16 years ago, Meyer hoisted up the BCS National Championship trophy — his second in three years — as the Gators downed the Sooners 24-14 to win its third national championship.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / November 7

Previewing Florida's Week 10 Matchup Against Oklahoma

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The 24th-ranked Florida Gators return home for its first game inside the Swamp in nearly a month, set to face an unfamiliar SEC opponent in Oklahoma.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / November 6

Can a Freshman be the Answer to Florida's VBIII-Less Lackluster Offense?

Once seen as a top unit in the conference and possibly the country heading into 2026, the Florida Gators now continue to search for answers in a wide receiver room encumbered by injury.

Florida Gators News / EssentiallySports / October 30

CFB Predictions: Florida vs Georgia, Minnesota vs Indiana & More

Week 9 of the college football season is already here, which means we are well past the halfway point of the regular season. It’s been a wild year with a ton of upsets, meaning there are still a ton of teams in the hunt for the College Football Playoff, so pretty much every game will have some sort of playoff implications.

College Football News / College Football News / October 28

Florida vs Georgia Prediction: Who Will Crash the Party in Atlanta?

Florida vs Georgia, or Georgia vs Florida, depending on which side you’re on, hasn’t officially been called “The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” since 2006, and now it’s not even outdoors.

‘Florida’s road win at Texas was very real’ – ESPN’s Greg McElroy predicts the final score of Florida vs Georgia

The Georgia Bulldogs and the Florida Gators will face off in Atlanta this weekend. The Georgia Bulldogs currently have a 71 percent chance to make the College Football Playoff, according to the A to Z Sports CFP predictor.

Florida Gators News / EssentiallySports / October 21

'They Don’t Belong': Urban Meyer Admits Using Fake Criticism From ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit, Chris Fowler for Florida’s Championship Push

Urban Meyer understood that winning a national championship required more than just talent and a game plan. Sometimes, it meant finding the right buttons to push inside the locker room.

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

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

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 / Yardbarker / October 14