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College basketball coaches deliver terrifying warning about Florida’s loaded roster

College basketball coaches deliver terrifying warning about Florida’s loaded roster

The Florida Gators will enter the 2026-27 college basketball season with an enormous target on their backs. It might be even larger than anticipated. CBS Sports’ Matt Norlander and Gary Parrish asked nearly 100 Division I coaches which team would be the best in college basketball next season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 26
Gators Basketball Adds Exhibition Game Ahead of 2026-27 Season

Gators Basketball Adds Exhibition Game Ahead of 2026-27 Season

The Florida Gators men’s basketball team has added an exhibition game against Baylor before the start of the 2026-27 campaign, the Gators announced Tuesday.  Intersport also announced Tuesday that the contest will be hosted in Jacksonville at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / August 25
Sumrall Names Gators Expected Starting OL Ahead of 2026 Season Opener

Sumrall Names Gators Expected Starting OL Ahead of 2026 Season Opener

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Shortly after naming Aaron Philo as the starting quarterback, Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall also gave his expected starting offensive line after an offseason of rotating multiple players at multiple positions to build its rotation.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / August 24
Getting to know Aaron Philo, the first Florida starting QB of Jon Sumrall era

Getting to know Aaron Philo, the first Florida starting QB of Jon Sumrall era

The Florida Gators are rolling with Aaron Philo at quarterback as new head coach Jon Sumrall looks to bring the football program back to national prominence.

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Florida Gators News / Only Gators / August 24

Aaron Philo named Florida Gators starting QB over Tramell Jones Jr.: Here’s what you need to know

While head coach Jon Sumrall has made numerous major decisions since taking over the Florida Gators this offseason, perhaps none has been more significant than the one announced Monday.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / August 24
Jon Sumrall names Florida's starting QB for Week 1

Jon Sumrall names Florida's starting QB for Week 1

Sumrall shared his QB plans for Week 1.

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Denzel Aberdeen News / Busting Brackets / August 24
Why Denzel Aberdeen is Florida’s most important team transfer for 2026-27

Why Denzel Aberdeen is Florida’s most important team transfer for 2026-27

After Florida won the national championship in 2025, anything less than that was obviously going to be considered a disappointment. The Gators did not repeat and couldn’t even make it out of the second round of the NCAA Tournament, falling to an upstart Iowa club after claiming the SEC regular season title.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 24

Gators Soccer Makes Statement in Upset Win Over Florida State

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- It only took first-year head coach Nick Zimmerman three matches to make a statement as he takes over the Florida Gators soccer program.

Heze Kent News / Florida Gators on SI / August 23

How Florida TE Heze Kent is a Wildcard for the Gators' Offense

The Florida Gators have dangerous playmakers at both wide receiver and running back, but their proven quality at tight end is still up in the air. That

Denzel Aberdeen News / Florida Gators on SI / August 21
Denzel Aberdeen's Eligibility Battle Takes Negative Turn for Gators

Denzel Aberdeen's Eligibility Battle Takes Negative Turn for Gators

After initially receiving a fifth year of eligibility due to a Colorado court ruling, Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen now finds himself ineligible for the time being.

LJ McCray News / Florida Gators on SI / August 21

Gators DL LJ McCray Tabbed to 2026 College Football Comeback Player of the Year Watch List

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- As a former five-star recruit heading into his third college season, Florida Gators defensive end LJ McCray enters a crucial 2026 season with hopes that he can finally blossom into the star many expected him to be.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 20
Former Gators Baseball Star Experiencing Major League Breakout

Former Gators Baseball Star Experiencing Major League Breakout

Buzz has been generating around the potential impact that Jac Caglianone could make in the major leagues since he was still a member of the Florida Gators.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 19

How Gator Ties Are Fueling Florida OL TJ Shanahan Jr. Ahead of 2026 Season

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- While offensive lineman TJ Shanahan Jr. is a newcomer for the Florida Gators, he knows better than most what it means to be a Gator.

Jon Sumrall News / A to Z Sports / August 18
Florida Gators land in a fascinating group of teams, and Jon Sumrall will determine if that’s good or bad

Florida Gators land in a fascinating group of teams, and Jon Sumrall will determine if that’s good or bad

The Florida Gators are still trying to prove themselves, leading to their inclusion here not a surprise at all. The Florida Gators barely missed out on the AP top-25 going into the 2026 season, and it’s not a surprise.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / August 18

Florida HC Jon Sumrall on Uniforms: 'I Don't Care What We Wear. You Just Want to Win'

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators on Monday announced its uniform schedule for the 2026 season, which will include seven different combinations across its 12 regular-season games.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 17
Florida Gators aren’t quite there in terms of respect, but they are getting closer

Florida Gators aren’t quite there in terms of respect, but they are getting closer

The college football season is just under three weeks away, and the Florida Gators are one of the more interesting teams. The Florida Gators are one of the more interesting teams in all of college football.

Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / August 14
Multiple Florida Gators shine in preseason opener, including a former star quarterback looking to stay around

Multiple Florida Gators shine in preseason opener, including a former star quarterback looking to stay around

The NFL has kicked off the preseason and multiple Florida Gators have made a good impression to start 2026. While the Florida Gators are going through fall camp, they have multiple players in the NFL.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 5
Former Florida HC Dan Mullen takes subtle shot at Gators

Former Florida HC Dan Mullen takes subtle shot at Gators

Dan Mullen was the head coach of the Florida Gators from 2018 to 2021. In that time period, Mullen went 34-15. 

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College Football News / Yardbarker / July 9
Dave Aranda's comments suggest DJ Lagway will be better in 2026

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.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / July 9
Former Florida HC Billy Napier pinpoints what went wrong with Gators

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. 

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Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 11
Florida Gators to throw $1.45 billion at The Swamp

Florida Gators to throw $1.45 billion at The Swamp

The Swamp is one of the most iconic places in college football.

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