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Florida's 7-Foot-9 Center Makes Impact In Limited Minutes Against Slovenia

Next season, the Florida Gators will not have the elite backcourt trio of Alijah Martin, Walter Clayton Jr., and Will Richard, who each played a significant role in the team's 36-4 national title-winning campaign. However, what's lost regarding ball handlers will be gained in terms of a frontcourt.

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Four-Star Florida Target Sets Commitment Date

As the calendar is set to turn to July, and after a very successful month of June for the Florida Gators, the recruiting cycle will begin to heat up even more.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 30

Gators Miss Out on Another DT Commitment

The Florida Gators defensive tackle board has been somewhat pillaged on the recruiting trail recently, continuing Monday with the commitment of Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy four-star Preston Carey to Georgia.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 30

Gators Booster Sounds Off on Five-Star's Recruitment

Once expected to be heading to the Florida Gators, five-star edge rusher Trenton Henderson’s recruitment has seemingly taken a turn for the worse for Billy Napier and staff, quickly sending Gator Nation into a frenzy.

Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Florida Trending For Elite In-State Defensive Prospect

The Florida Gators have officially thrown their hat into the race for 2026 four-star defensive lineman Kendall Guervil. On3's Blake Alderman predicted Florida to win the race for Guervil on Monday.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 30

Jazz's latest moves suggest they're still going to tank

New Utah Jazz president of basketball operations declared the team would no longer hold veteran players out of games to get better lottery odds. Instead, they're ditching those veterans entirely.

Hornets make a baffling trade for this 2018 first-round pick

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Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / June 30

Florida Gators losing critical ground on top prospect to bitter rival and the reason is infuriating

The Florida Gators were once trending to land five-star edge rusher Trenton Henderson, but that has unfortunately changed. On3 Sports' Steve Wiltfong and Shea Dixon logged expert predictions to land Henderson when he commits on Wednesday, July 2nd.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 30

Gators Making Early Impression on 2027 5-Star QB

The Florida Gators keep thriving on the recruiting trail. To their credit, assembling talent doesn't slow them down in their pursuit. In fact, on both sides of the ball, UF finds a way to enter the topic of conversation among schools.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 29

Gators DL Target Set to Announce Decision

IMG Academy (Fla.) four-star defensive lineman Preston Carey trimmed his list of schools down to four on Sunday, with the final schools being Florida, Georgia, Rutgers and Auburn.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 28

Gators Miss Out on Top-Five DL Prospect, Commits to SEC Rival

The Florida Gators miss out on a top recruit to a rival program. Northwestern (Fla.) four-star defensive lineman James Johnson committed to the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday over the likes of Texas, Florida and Miami, On3’s Hayes Fawcett announced on X.

Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Florida Gaining Ground With No. 1 OT Recruit

The Florida Gators have one commit already from the 2027 class and are looking to make it two. On3's Corey Bender reported that Florida is impressing with five-star offensive tackle Kennedy Brown. Brown is a native of Houston, Texas, out of Kingswood High School.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Four-Star DL Tabs Florida in Top 3

The Florida Gators have steadily been near the top of the 2026 recruiting rankings since the cycle began over a year ago. UF has 14 commits thus far in the class and is ranked No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 27

Gators Among Best Teams in College Football 26

EA Sports on Friday released its top 25 teams for the upcoming College Football 26 video game with the Florida Gators coming in at No. 12, just behind rival Miami at No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 27

Three Gators on Way-Too-Early 2026 NBA Mock Drafts

Multiple way-too-early 2026 NBA mock drafts released on Friday, with a trio of Florida Gators among the top prospects for next year. Alex Condon, Thomas

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Exciting News Emerges About Florida's 7-Foot-9 Center

Last season, the Florida Gators put the bow on an incredible 36-4 season with their third national title victory in program history. Florida deployed an elite three-man backcourt, two two-way forwards, and a massive 6-foot-11, 245-pound center, dominating opponents with an unstoppable offense and clutch defense.

Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / June 27

College Football Expert Says Florida is Most Important Program in 2025

The Florida Gators have a tough road ahead of them in the 2025 season. With one of if not the toughest schedules in college football, UF will have a big impact on the outlook of the College Football Playoff come December.

Florida Gators News / Hoops Rumors / June 27

Warriors pull off draft-night trade, acquire national championship winner

The Grizzlies have agreed to trade the No. 56 pick in the draft.

Could undrafted free-agent guard help fill Damian Lillard-sized gap for Bucks?

Blazers inking 2024 Pac-12 Player of Year

Pelicans to sign two-time All-American

Raptors to add ACC award-winner

Insider reveals Magic's plan for intriguing Frenchman after trading up

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 26

Urban Meyer on Gators' 2024 Squad: 'That Team Fought Their A** Off'

After a strong end to 2024 and multiple key players returning, expectations are high for the Florida Gators in 2025 despite a schedule that includes three playoff teams and three more who were in contention for a playoff spot deep into the season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 26

4-Star IOL Commits to Florida Gators

The Florida Gators have added its fifth commit on the offensive line with Saint Stephen (S.C.) Timberland four-star interior lineman Desmond Green committing on Thursday. Green chose Florida over Georgia, Oklahoma and South Carolina.

Anthony Richardson News / Florida Gators on SI / June 26

Former Florida Gators QB Anthony Richardson Faces Make-or-Break Season

Former Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson sits at a crossroads. After two disappointing seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, the fourth overall

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 26

Turn On the Tape: Florida Gators' Four-Star OT Commit Tyler Chukuyem

Jubilee June continued for the Florida Gators with the commitment of 6-foot-6 four-star offensive lineman Tyler Chukuyem out of Douglasville, Georgia after a weekend visit in Gainesville.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 26

Jazz continue unpredictable draft night with another trade

After drafting Ace Bailey fifth overall earlier on Wednesday, the Jazz have traded up to No. 18 and used their second first-round pick of the night on Florida’s Walter Clayton Jr.

Jazz call draft prospect's bluff with No. 5 pick

Mark Williams gets traded to Western Conference team

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Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / June 25

Florida Gators making push to steal high-end recruit from Big Ten powerhouse to fortify strong position group

The Florida Gators have been identified by many over the years as defensive back university, or DBU for short. Sure, the argument isn't as strong as it would have been when Urban Meyer was the head coach, but they have done a really good job of recruiting and developing both safety and cornerback.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 24

March Madness star linked to retooling East squad

Walter Clayton Jr. might not have to travel far for his NBA home.

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Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 16

Official visit leads to Florida leads to commitment for four-star OT

Tyler Chukuyem, a four-star offensive tackle from Douglasville, Georgia, knew he wanted to make a commitment on Monday. He came into the day with a top four of Cincinnati, Florida, Florida State and Ole Miss, and the tea leaves were pointing to either Ole Miss or Florida getting his commitment.

Massive recruiting win gives Florida HC Billy Napier extra leverage entering 2025 season

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