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Florida Gators Announce Captains for Texas Game

The Florida Gators have revealed its three captains for Saturday's game against No. 9 Texas. Junior defensive backs Jordan Castell and Sharif Denson will join redshirt junior Hayden Hansen as Florida's captains for the fifth game of the season.

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Unheralded Edge Emerging for Gators’ Team in Desperate Need

When Kofi Asare received his first call from Billy Napier and the Florida Gators, there was a sense of disbelief from the small-school transfer looking for a new home.

Gators Set to Host Multiple Commits in Do-or-Die Matchup Against Texas

Entering the year, the Florida Gators' matchup with the No. 9 Texas Longhorns on Saturday was expected to be a potential playoff-deciding game. However,

DJ Lagway News / Florida Gators on SI / October 3

Lagway Among Power 4's Worst QBs, Per ESPN

Before the season started, multiple publications and experts placed Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway for the Heisman Trophy. After four games, those preseason hopes dissipated.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 2

Gators DL Depth Takes Another Hit

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators' Wednesday injury report revealed that the team will have sophomore defensive lineman Michai Boireau and redshirt sophomore defensive lineman Brendan Bett both available for Saturday's game against Texas after both suffered injuries in recent weeks.

Billy Napier News / Florida Gators on SI / October 2

Billy Napier's Ironic Plea for an Angry Fanbase: 'We Need Their Help'

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Billy Napier finds himself, once again, fighting for his job. After three-straight losses to move to 20-22 in his fourth year leading the Florida Gators, Napier faces a possible do-or-die game on Saturday against No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 2

Gators Turning to Freshman for CB Depth Against Texas: 'He's Up for the Challenge'

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators relying on freshmen for depth is nothing new, but in J'Vari Flowers' case, it's unique. The former four-star not only enrolled late to Florida, but he also enrolled a year early.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 2

The Florida Gators Head Coach That Influenced Lane Kiffin

Everyone has a brand. Lane Kiffin is no exception. Part of that brand is his visor. Look at any picture of him as a coach, and you'll see he's always been wearing one.

Micah Handlogten News / Florida Gators on SI / October 1

Gators' Handlogten 'Healthy as He's Ever Been,' Ready for Bigger Role

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators center Micah Handlogten was not supposed to play last season. After breaking his ankle in the 2024 SEC Tournament Championship Game, the plan was for Handlogten to use a medical redshirt for the 2024-25 season and recover in time for the 2025-26 season.

DJ Lagway News / Sporting News / October 1

Florida's DJ Lagway sends blunt warning to Texas, Ole Miss, Tennessee, FSU after treacherous start

The Florida Gators are off to a slow start, but QB DJ Lagway has already sent warnings to future opponents.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 30

Gators OL Emphasizing Execution After Bye Week

Execution is at the top of the list for winning games, no matter the sport. Every position group needs to complete its job so that the play is run to its best ability.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 30

Former Gators Baseball Star Named to All-MiLB Prospect First Team

A season that saw Jac Caglianone make headlines for much of the season has culminated in him receiving a top honor for his performance in Minor League Baseball this season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 30

Gators Could Get Injured WR Back Against Texas

The talk of spring and fall camp, Florida Gators wide receiver Dallas Wilson was one of the most anticipated true freshmen the program had seen in a long time.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 30

Gators DB to Undergo Shoulder Surgery, per Report

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators are set to be without another defensive contributor for a significant amount of time due to injury. Redshirt sophomore defensive back Aaron Gates will undergo surgery to repair the labrum in his left shoulder, 247 Sports' Graham Hall reported Tuesday.

Billy Napier News / Florida Gators on SI / September 30

Napier Addresses Florida's Lack of Recruiting During Bye Week

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- While most programs on a bye week take the time to travel to various commits and recruits, the Florida Gators reportedly did not do so.

Billy Napier News / Florida Gators on SI / September 29

Napier Confident in Play-Calling Abilities in Midst of Gators' Early-Season Struggles: 'It Got Us Here'

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier has had his fair share of criticism throughout his time with the program. Arguably, the most consistent criticism has been his role as the team's play caller.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 28

Warriors offseason finally begins three weeks before season

The NBA free agency period began June 30. Ninety days later, the Golden State Warriors finally announced some moves.

Al Horford makes decision on NBA future

Three players to sign with Warriors

Warriors have no interest in Kings guard as part of a Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade

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College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 28

Texas at Florida odds: Opening point spread revealed

On Saturday, Texas (3-1, 0-0) and Florida (1-3, 0-1) will square off at 3:30 p.m. ET inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Both teams will be well-rested after enjoying byes last week.

Billy Napier News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 26

This college football rule possibly preventing Florida from firing Billy Napier

Billy Napier’s time at Florida has grown increasingly unstable following the program’s worst start to a season in more than three decades. The Gators sit at 1-3, a record that has amplified pressure on athletic director Scott Stricklin to make a coaching change.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 26

Florida Gators will be without a key player when the Tennessee Vols visit Gainesville later this season

The Florida Gators will be without a key player when the Tennessee Vols visit Gainesville later this season. Gators head coach Billy Napier confirmed this week that starting cornerback Dijon Johnson will miss the rest of the season after undergoing knee surgery.

Dijon Johnson News / Yardbarker / September 24