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GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Southeastern Conference announced the 2025 All-SEC Teams, where the Florida Gators had five players named members of the different teams.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 8

Florida Gators get positive news from a down season with offensive star named finalist for prestigious award

The Florida Gators got a big win on Monday morning when senior center Jake Slaughter was named one of three finalists for the prestigious Rimington Award, which is given to the best center in the nation.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / October 30

How the Georgia Matchup Favors Florida OL Jake Slaughter, Austin Barber

Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter and left tackle Austin Barber face a lopsided challenge from the Georgia Bulldogs' pass rush. Yet, the matchup doesn't favor the Bulldogs.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / October 23

How Jake Slaughter's Past Elevates His Leadership for the Gators' Post-Napier 2025 Season

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Jake Slaughter remembers the last time the Florida Gators went through a coaching change. As a true freshman in 2021, he saw the head coach that recruited him in Dan Mullen fired midway through the season, leading to an interim coach for the final two games of the season and a new head coach hired in Billy Napier.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / October 14

Gators' Slaughter Named to 2025 Lombardi Award Watch List

Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter was named to the 2025 Lombardi Award Midseason Watchlist by the Houston Sports Authority, the award's governing body, on Tuesday.

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.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / August 30

Undersized to All-American: Jake Slaughter Ready to Cap-Off All-Time Career with Gators

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Jake Slaughter enters his fifth and final season with the Florida Gators as one of the top offensive linemen in all of college football and a strong candidate to be a first-round pick in next year's NFL Draft.

Florida Gators News / LWOSports.com / August 12

The 3 Biggest Games on Florida Gators’ 2025 Schedule

The Florida Gators are no strangers to brutal schedules, but the 2025 slate might be the most grueling yet. With three preseason top-six teams on the docket (two of them on the road), Billy Napier’s squad faces tests early and often.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 9

Gators' Lagway, Slaughter Named to More Award Watch Lists

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway and center Jake Slaughter continued to rack up preseason award watch list nominations this week. Lagway was named

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 8

Florida Gators' top returning player named to award watch list where he should be considered the favorite

The offensive line for the Florida Gators have one of the best offensive lines in all of college football. They are returning four of five starters on the line, only having to replace right tackle Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 30

Gators' Barber, Slaughter Named to Outland Trophy Watchlist

Two of the Florida Gators' best offensive linemen, Jake Slaughter and Austin Barber, were named to the Outland Trophy Preseason Watch List on Tuesday, the Football Writers Association of America announced.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 22

PFF Names SEC's Best Offensive Player in 2025

The SEC has long been known as the premier conference in college football. It houses some of the best players in the sport on both sides of the ball. Before the 2025 season, Pro Football Focus labeled the top player on both offense and defense in the SEC.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Projected Florida Gators first-round NFL Draft pick named Walter Camp preseason All-American

After a tremendous junior season, Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter has been named a Walter Camp first-team preseason All-American. The senior center is one of the best in the nation at its position and is being recognized as such.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / July 1

Gators' Slaughter Named Walter Camp Preseason First-Team All-American

Heading into his final collegiate season with considerable hype after earning AP First-Team All-American honors in 2024, Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter has earned another accolade ahead of the 2025 season.

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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 17

Florida Gators Success On Offense Begins at Center

Just wearing the Florida Gators uniform means a great deal. However for center Jake Slaughter, another bite of the SEC apple is a personal one. Through various trials and tribulations, the senior anchored the offense through rough times.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Florida Returns The Best Player in College Football at Key Position

Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter, the top-ranked returning interior offensive lineman in college football, will be back for his senior season in 2025, giving the Gators a cornerstone piece for their offensive line. Slaughter was named the No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / February 25

Two Florida Gators Stars Named as Early All-American Picks

Two members of the Florida Gators offense have been predicted to make the All-American Team. On3’s Ari Wasserman selected quarterback DJ Lagway and center Jake Slaughter to his way-too-early All-American Team. The All-American honor is one that both players have grown familiar with.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Florida Returning One of College Football's Best Players

The Florida Gators defied the odds and finished 8-5 after receiving a demanding 2024 college football schedule. The Gators have appeared to find their

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 17

Watch: Gators OL Jake Slaughter Receives All-American Slab

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators starting center Jake Slaughter on Friday received his All-American slab outside of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium with coaches, teammates and family in attendance.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / January 15

Gators' Slaughter Named ESPN All-American

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators center Jake Slaughter is continuing to rack up the postseason accolades. On Wednesday, the rising senior was named to ESPN's 2024 All-America team, his fifth total All-America honor and third appearance on a national first team.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / December 26

Florida Gators Unsung Hero: Center Jake Slaughter

The connection between center and quarterback goes mostly underrated and under discussed. Yet, for the Florida Gators, one of the most important bonds

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / December 16

Florida Gators Jake Slaughter Makes Decision on Future with Gators

Florida Gators offensive lineman Jake Slaughter has made a decision on his future with the program. He confirmed that he will be back for a fifth and final year in Gainesville. “It’s funny.

College Football News / Florida Gators on SI / December 16

Jake Slaughter Named AP First Team All-American

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators redshirt junior center Jake Slaughter on Monday was named to the Associated Press' All-America First Team. With his naming to the AP's first team, Slaughter will be the newest recipient of an all-American brick outside of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.