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The Florida Gators have had a long line of talented running backs have great careers, and the next one up is Jadan Baugh. As a true freshman, Baugh wasn't expected to be a major factor, but he got an opportunity when Treyaun Webb went down with a season-ending injury.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 27

Gators RBs Embracing Sharing the Load

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Jadan Baugh and Ja’Kobi Jackson play rock, paper, scissors for the first reps at running back during practice. The Florida Gators duo, both talented enough for starting roles in the SEC, could be selfish about touches and playing time as two of the more exciting backs in the conference.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 18

How a Different Napier got Baugh to Florida

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- While Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier will ultimately get outside credit for discovering, evaluating and recruiting now-sophomore running back Jadan Baugh, it was actually another member of the Napier family who put Baugh back on the Gators' radar: Billy's brother, Matt.

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Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 16

Gators Still Searching for No. 3 Running Back

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Since arriving on campus, Florida Gators running backs Jadan Baugh and Ja’Kobi Jackson have quickly captured fans’ attention as dynamic playmakers in the backfield.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / August 1

'The Strongest Guy We’ve Ever Had': Jadan Baugh’s Summer Sets a New Standard

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- When an underclassman running back is part of a lifting group with two of your team’s strongest linebackers, you likely have a unique physical specimen on your hands.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / July 31

Baugh Named to Hornung Award Preseason Watch List

Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh was named to the Paul Hornung Award Preseason Watch List on Thursday. This award, first given out in 2010, is given to the most versatile player in college football.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 30

'Strongest Guy That We've Ever Had:' Florida Coach Raves About Star RB

Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh has a lot to live up to this season after an impressive freshman year in 2024. His shiftiness and explosiveness wowed Florida fans throughout the campaign.

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.

Florida Gators 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 13

Baugh Poised to Help Improve Gators' Rushing Attack

Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh steps into the starting spot after a strong debut in 2024. With 133 carries, 673 yards and seven touchdowns rushing as a freshman while splitting reps with Montrell Johnson Jr.

College Football News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / July 8

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Florida

Last season was a weird one for Florida. At one point early in the season all we were waiting on was an official announcement that coach Billy Napier had been fired.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / April 14

TRENDING: SEC RB Enjoys a Huge Spring Game

Saturday was a busy day around the country for spring games. Many players excelled, but few had more impressive performances than Florida running back Ja’Kobi Jackson.

Florida Gators News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

Gators Spring Game Preview: New Era in Gainesville

After watching the Florida Gators Basketball team cut the nets down in San Antonio, all eyes will turn back to football. The Florida Gators will be hosting their annual Spring Game on Saturday at 1 pm.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 30

Gators Coach Seems to Give Jadan Baugh Small Wakeup Call

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- While Jadan Baugh was one of the best and most surprising players for the Florida Gators last season as a true freshman, running backs coach Jabbar Juluke isn’t ready to give him his props just yet.

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Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 3

ESPN Reveals Florida Gators Most Important Incoming Recruit

Bolstered by a late-season surge that culminated in a Gasparilla beatdown of Tulane, the Florida Gators look towards 2025 with a strong plan, especially in the offensive backfield.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / November 16

Florida fans go wild for 55-yard Jaden Baugh touchdown vs. LSU

Florida football needed any type of spark to ignite their chances against LSU. Freshman running back Jadan Baugh delivered just that with under four minutes left.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / November 14

How Florida Gators Attack LSU Defense

Both LSU (6-3) and the Florida Gators (4-5) look worse for wear. After each suffered humiliating losses, the two SEC teams must rebound quickly. The game on Saturday means more to Florida.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 31

Jadan Baugh Joins DJ Lagway as Future of Florida Gators

Jadan Baugh sits deep on the current depth chart for the Florida Gators. While that may not surprise anyone due to the fact that Baugh is a freshman, he doesn't look like a regular freshman at 6'1 and 230 pounds.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / October 30

Georgia's Kirby Smart on Facing Florida's Freshmen Lagway, Baugh

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators freshman offensive duo in quarterback DJ Lagway and running back Jadan Baugh have quickly put the nation on notice despite a tough beginning to the 2024 season.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / October 22

Gators' Jadan Baugh Named Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Week

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- A day after being named the SEC's Freshman of the Week, Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh on Tuesday was named the Shaun Alexander Award Freshman of the Week, the Maxwell Football Club announced Tuesday.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / October 21

Kentucky was on the receiving end of one of the worst calls in college football this year

A horrific call. Much went wrong for the Kentucky Wildcats in their 48-20 shellacking at the hands of Florida. It’s easy to remember the final score, but there was a point where it appeared Kentucky was getting back in the second half after going down 27-6.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 20

Jadan Baugh's five TD runs carry Florida past Kentucky

Jadan Baugh produced three of his five touchdown runs in the second quarter and Florida went on to defeat Kentucky 48-20 on Saturday night in Gainesville, Fla.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / October 19

Florida vs. Kentucky takeaways: Jadan Baugh, DJ Lagway explode as Gators flex in dominant win

If there was ever a game that might serve as a turning point in the career of head coach Billy Napier, it was the Florida Gators’ dominant 48-20 win over the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday night inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.