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Former Florida Star Makes $500K Decision After MLB Draft

The Florida Gators baseball team had one of the best turnarounds in the country during the 2025 season. The Gators were victorious just once in their first 12 SEC games before a miraculous reversal, finishing with a conference record of 15-15, resulting in a trip to the NCAA postseason.

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Former Gators' DE Makes Free Agency Decision

As NFL training camp approaches, one former Florida Gators defender and NFL veteran has found a new home for the upcoming season. According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, former Florida defensive end Jonathan Bullard has agreed to terms on a contract with the New Orleans Saints.

DJ Lagway News / Florida Gators on SI / July 20

Lagway Ranked Among Top QBs for 2025 by Athletic

Entering his sophomore season, Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway is regarded by some as one of the best at his position in the country after going 6-1 as the starter and leading a complete turnaround a year ago.

Devon Manuel News / CFB-HQ on SI / July 19

Florida Gators football player Devon Manuel arrested on multiple charges

Florida Gators offensive lineman Devon Manuel was arrested in Gainesville on Friday for allegedly driving under the influence and second-degree felony possession of a concealed weapon, according to Florida Gators on SI.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Florida Gators RB a 'Need to Know Name' in 2025

The Florida Gators are entering the 2025 college football season with high hopes. While head coach Billy Napier's squad was predicted to finish sixth in the SEC, the wealth of talent on Florida's roster is not something to scoff at.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Florida Gators Offensive Lineman Arrested

Coming off SEC Media Days this past week and with their first practice of fall camp on July 30, the Florida Gators are set to begin their 2025 football season in just over a month.

Devon Manuel News / Florida Gators on SI / July 19

Gators OL Arrested for DUI, Felony Possession of Weapon

Florida Gators offensive lineman Devon Manuel on Friday was arrested for driving under the influence, a misdemeanor, and possession of a concealed weapon, a second-degree felony, according to court records.

Jadan Baugh News / Florida Gators on SI / July 19

ESPN Analyst Dubs Gators Running Back A Must Know Name in SEC

Despite becoming one of the best tailbacks in the SEC as a freshman, SEC Network’s Cole Cubelic sees Florida Gators’ sophomore Jadan Baugh as an under-the-radar name. However, it doesn’t seem that he’s basing this on his interpretation of Baugh’s talent.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 19

Ascending Gators Ignoring Outside Expectation

The noise around the Florida Gators program heading into the 2025 season is loud, with expectations at their highest since Billy Napier came to Gainesville.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 18

Gators Picked to Finish Sixth in SEC by Media

After finishing 10th in the SEC last season with a 4-4 record, the Florida Gators appear poised to improve their standing in the league, at least in the minds of the media.

DJ Lagway News / Florida Gators on SI / July 18

Lagway Snubbed from Preseason All-SEC Teams

Entering his sophomore season, Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway is one of the most talked about quarterbacks in all of college football after going 6-1 as the starter a year ago, leading Florida to an 8-5 finish and its first bowl win since the 2019 season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 18

Former Gators LB Expands Role with Program

After a decorated playing career and a stint on Florida’s staff, one former Gator national champion and All-American is set to continue his post-playing career with the program, this time in an elevated role.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 18

Napier's Job Security 'Lukewarm,' per Athletic

Despite leading a complete turnaround and running the table to end the 2024 season, Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier's job, according to a national publication, still remains up in the air.

Florida Gators News / EasySportz / July 18

2025 Florida Football Season Preview: Emerging From The Darkness?

The Florida Gators enter the 2025 season with heightened expectations under Head Coach Billy Napier, who begins his fourth year at the helm. Following

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 17

'Spot the Ball': Gators' 2024 Mindset Carrying into 2025

ATLANTA-- Ahead of his fourth SEC Media Day as the head coach of the Florida Gators, Billy Napier saw a list of the nation's toughest schedules, according to ESPN analytics.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / July 17

SEC Media Days: Gators Talking Points

Every year, each conference hosts its own media days. This consists of players from each respective team gathering at one location to preview the upcoming season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 17

4-Star WR Commits to In-State Rival Over Gators

St. Augustine (Fla.) High School four-star wide receiver Somourian Wingo on Thursday pledged his talents to the Miami Hurricanes over the Florida Gators,

DJ Lagway News / Florida Gators on SI / July 17

Lagway Nominated for Allstate AFCA Good Works Team

ATLANTA-- DJ Lagway continues to be a steward for the Florida Gators' football program beyond the field. Lagway was nominated for the 2025 Allstate AFCA

DJ Lagway News / Athlon Sports / July 17

DJ Lagway Left Speechless After Fan's $6,000 Gesture

As a true freshman for the Florida Gators this past season, quarterback DJ Lagway burst onto the scene with authority. Following an injury to Graham Mertz, Lagway started seven games, leading the Gators to a 6-1 record.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / July 16

Billy Napier explains most impressive attribute of DJ Lagway

Florida HC Billy Napier explains DJ Lagway's most impressive attribute

There is a lot of hope riding on sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway heading into the 2025 season in Gainesville. The Florida Gators recruited him to be a star, and he proved he has the makings of one during his freshman campaign.

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Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 16

Gators' 2025 Schedule Rated as Nation's Toughest by ESPN

According to ESPN’s analytics, the Florida Gators have the most challenging 2025 schedule in all of college football. This is the second straight year the Gators will be tasked with navigating a daunting slate. Head coach Billy Napier doesn’t seem to be shying away from the upcoming competition in 2025.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 16

Report: Gators' 2025 Fall Camp Dates Revealed

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators' start for the next step in the offseason has been revealed. According to On3's Zach Abolverdi, the Gators will hold its 2025 fall camp from Wednesday, July 30 until Wednesday, Aug.

Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / July 14

MLB Draft 2025: Every Florida Gators Player Selected

As Major League Baseball's annual All-Star Game festivities began to descend on Atlanta's Truist Park this weekend, all eyes were fixed not on the foremost stars of the game, but on this year's Big Board and hundreds of hundreds of professional dreams set to become reality.

Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / July 11

'I don't think they're in a terrible spot, honestly' - Florida Gators legend expresses surprising optimism for the Tennessee Vols

Florida Gators legend/SEC Network analyst Chris Doering expressed some optimism about the Tennessee Vols on Friday when asked about the Big Orange during

Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / July 11

Latest Florida Gators recruiting news sends firm statement about the wild nature of recruiting

The Florida Gators have seen their fair share of ups and downs when it comes to recruiting. One of the more interesting recruiting processes has been with four-star edge rusher KJ Ford.