Florida Gators: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Florida Predicted to Lose Elite 5-Star EDGE to Heated In-State Rival

The Florida Gators are working hard to entice some of the best players in the 2028 recruiting class. With new head coach Jon Sumrall at the helm, Florida is aiming to revamp its recruiting success and get back to being national championship contenders.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 10

Gators Predicted to Land Pair of 2028 Recruits

As the Florida Gators put the finishing touches on the 2027 recruiting class and begin to build its 2028 recruiting class, the program appears poised to land two more recruits in next year's cycle.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 9

Where Former Gators are Playing in the NBA Summer League

Eight former members of the Florida Gators men's basketball program are set to participate in the 2026 NBA Summer League, a group of whom are looking to solidify or improve upon their current standing on the roster, and another group of whom are looking to simply make either the NBA or a G League roster.

Billy Napier News / Florida Gators on SI / July 9

Billy Napier Admits Stubbornness During Florida Tenure

At least Billy Napier finally admitted it. He was stubborn. As the Florida Gators turn the page to the Jon Sumrall era and Napier begins his first year as the head football coach at James Madison, the former UF head coach has reflected on his failed stint from the last four years.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 9

Baylor HC Dave Aranda's comments suggest DJ Lagway will be better in 2026

DJ Lagway has a ton of potential, and the Baylor Bears are hoping he'll reach it in 2026.

Former Florida HC Billy Napier pinpoints what went wrong with Gators

Michael Irvin all in on Miami heading into 2026 college football season

Can Texas Longhorns live up to the preseason hype in 2026?

Where Georgia stands in national championship race for 2026

Five college football programs that could exceed expectations in 2026

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 8

Gators Baseketball Sees Another Piece of Schedule Lock In

GAINESVILLE, Fla.— Florida’s 2026-27 non-conference schedule continues to take shape, with the Gators now reportedly set to rematch against an opponent from last season.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 7

Jon Sumrall, Florida upset SEC competition for four-star CB Raheem Floyd

The Florida Gators have picked up a massive commitment, especially when considering the circumstances.

Jon Sumrall, Florida beat out Nebraska, Oregon for DB Kamauri Whitfield

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Jon Sumrall News / A to Z Sports / July 7

Gators continue securing recruiting wins by landing another excellent recruit from a state outside of Florida

Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall secures another top recruit in the secondary, marking the sixth in that room in the 2027 class. Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall continues recruiting at a high level, and has landed a second cornerback commitment in the last 24 hours.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 7

Gators Land 4-Star DB Raheem Floyd Over Missouri

The Florida Gators landed its top corner target in the 2027 recruiting class on Tuesday, receiving a commitment from East St. Louis (Ill.) four-star Raheem Floyd over Missouri.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 9

Former Florida HC Billy Napier pinpoints what went wrong with Gators

Billy Napier wasn't terrible as head coach of the Florida Gators, but he certainly didn't live up to the expectations in Gainesville.

Jon Sumrall, Florida upset SEC competition for four-star CB Raheem Floyd

Jon Sumrall, Florida beat out Nebraska, Oregon for DB Kamauri Whitfield

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Jon Sumrall News / Yardbarker / July 6

Jon Sumrall, Florida beat out Nebraska, Oregon for DB Kamauri Whitfield

Sumrall and the Florida Gators are working hard on the 2027 recruiting trail.

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss not shying away from Lane Kiffin and LSU

Marcus Freeman's thoughts on his future with Notre Dame are extremely clear

Penn State scores biggest recruiting win of the young Matt Campbell era with four-star QB James Armstrong

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 6

3-Star DB Kamauri Whitfield Commits to Florida

Another 2027 prospect joined the Florida Gators recruiting class this week as Orlando (Fla.) The First Academy three-star defensive back Kamauri Whitfield committed to the Gators on Monday, making him the 25th pledge in their 2027 class. Whitfield ranks as a consensus three-star prospect, tabbed as the No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 6

What Kevin O'Sullivan Said About New UF Baseball Assistant Todd Butler

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- More than a week after first being reported to have taken an assistant coaching job within the Florida Gators baseball program, former Oklahoma assistant Todd Butler has officially been hired, head coach Kevin O'Sullivan announced on Monday.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 2

Gators Baseball Flips Top-100 Recruit from Oklahoma

The Florida Gators baseball program added one of the top high school prospects to its 2026 recruiting class on Thursday, Walker (La.) outfielder Braylen Montgomery, the top-ranked outfielder in the state of Louisiana and No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 1

Gators Baseball Adds Second Transfer Catcher for 2027 Season

The Florida Gators on Wednesday added its second transfer of the day with Samford catcher Eddie Marshall committing to the program, according to Gator Country's Nick Marcinko.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 1

Gators Add National Champion Transfer Outfielder Via Portal

The Florida Gators on Wednesday looked inside the SEC and landed its first in-conference transfer of the offseason, adding Oklahoma outfielder Drew Dickerson.

Jon Sumrall News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Top Florida Gators target’s recruitment is getting complicated with a long road ahead of them

Jon Sumrall and staff have long made No. 1 overall recruit Jalen Brewster a priority, but it could be slipping away from them. Recruiting is the No. 1 topic in the world of college football right now, and that’s especially true for the Florida Gators.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 30

Florida Gators Baseball Lands Star JUCO Infielder

The Florida Gators on Tuesday earned a commitment from Gaston College star freshman infielder Caden Davidson, he announced on social media. Davidson had arguably one of the best individual seasons from a hitter as a freshman for Gaston College last year, leading to him earning NJCAA All-American honors.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 30