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Tracking the Enemy: How Florida's Future 2026 Opponents Did in Week One

The first week of the 2026 college football season has come and gone. Some programs squeaked by, while others cruised to victories. The Florida Gators

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Olive the Film: Takeaways After Rewatching Florida’s Week One Win Over FAU

After an exciting Saturday night for Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators to start the 2026 season, the dust has settled in Gainesville, the tailgaters have returned home, and Florida’s staff has already reviewed the tape as they move on to preparing for their next opponent: the Campbell Fighting Camels.

Jadan Baugh News / ESPN / September 9

Florida teammates, coaches heap praise on RB Baugh: 'Best back in the country'

Florida running back Jadan Baugh had those around the Gators program touting his playmaking and "violent" style after a 160-yard, 3-touchdown season debut against Florida Atlantic.

Florida Gators News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Former Florida Gators Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Florida Gators edge rusher Tyreak Sapp was released from the Cleveland Browns’ practice squad Monday, a brief NFL chapter ending just as the regular season begins.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / September 8

College football rankings: Florida Gators enter Coaches Poll top 25 after bludgeoning FAU

No brows were furrowed when the Florida Gators were left off preseason college football rankings lists. When a team is coming off a 4-8 season with sub- .500 campaigns in four of the prior years, it does not deserve the benefit of the doubt.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / September 8

Jon Sumrall Promises Defensive Improvement for Gators

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Jon Sumrall wasted no time criticizing the Florida Gators' defense despite a 45-point win on Saturday to open his tenure, calling it

Aaron Philo News / Florida Gators on SI / September 6

QB Philo Shines in Gators' Debut

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Aaron Philo did not need to be a hero in the Florida Gators' season opener against Florida Atlantic. Yet, he played like one. Making his first start after transferring from Georgia Tech — and just two weeks after head coach Jon Sumrall named him the winner of the position battle against Tramell Jones Jr.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 6

Takeaways From Florida Gators Win over FAU

The Florida Gators picked up their first win of the season opening night, throttling FAU by a score of 66-21. Even with the small sample size, some conclusions can already start to be drawn.

Jon Sumrall News / EasySportz / September 6

Florida Opens Jon Sumrall Era With Dominant 66-21 Win Over FAU

The Jon Sumrall era at Florida couldn’t have started much better. The Gators dominated Florida Atlantic 66-21 Saturday night at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, putting together an explosive offensive performance and giving Florida fans plenty of reasons to be excited about the new era in Gainesville.

Jadan Baugh News / A to Z Sports / September 5

Florida Gators Bold Predictions: Jadan Baugh’s Heisman Trophy dreams to a true freshman making an impact

The Florida Gators are set to kick off the 2026 season, and there are a lot of reasons to be excited for the Jon Sumrall era. The Florida Gators are set to kick off their season against the Florida Atlantic Owls on Saturday night, marking the beginning of the Jon Sumrall era in Gainesville.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 5

2028 Five-Star Headlines Florida's Recruiting Visitors for FAU Game

The Florida Gators kick off their football season with FAU on Saturday at 7:45 pm inside a sold-out Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Excitement and anticipation are at an all-time high heading into the season opener, which has attracted several top recruits from the 2027, 2028 and 2029 classes.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / September 5

Preview Florida's 2026 Season Opener vs. FAU

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators open the first season of the Jon Sumrall era on Saturday with a home matchup against FAU. Sumrall, hired to replace former head coach Billy Napier, will attempt to turn the Gators back into a consistent title-contender.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / September 4

Florida Gators land $5 million annual payday from Ripple

One day before the season opener, Florida announced a massive new sponsorship with Ripple, and it will feature an XRP logo on the field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / September 3

Air Jordan 3 Florida Gators PE: 52 Exclusive Pairs

Player exclusives have always occupied a strange place in sneaker culture. They give us some of Jordan Brand’s most interesting designs while simultaneously reminding us that they weren’t really made for us.

Ian Poulter News / EssentiallySports / August 29

LIV Golf Pro Forced to Make Urgent Plea as Airline Misplaces Florida Gator Golfer’s Clubs Before Walker Cup

Luke Poulter, professional LIV golfer Ian Poulter‘s son and a Florida Gators senior, has earned his second consecutive selection to Team Great Britain and Ireland for the 2026 Walker Cup.

Todd Golden News / A to Z Sports / August 28

Gators basketball HC Todd Golden’s new contract extension has unique clause that could impact his future in Florida

The Florida Gators just gave head basketball coach Todd Golden a new contract extension with an interesting clause. The Florida Gators basketball program is in good hands, and now the future is even more set in stone.

Joakim Noah News / Fadeaway World / August 28

'My Father Was The Most Famous Person In France': Joakim Noah On Challenges He Faced As Yannick Noah’s Son

Former NBA player Joakim Noah spent 13 long seasons in the league and went down as one of the best defenders of his generation. Joakim won one DPOY and made two All-Star and three All-Defensive teams, and that’s usually enough to be the most prominent member of one’s family.