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Report reveals Boogie Fland's eye-popping NIL deal for Florida transfer

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Tristan Afshar | Last updated May 20, 2025 9:27 PM ET

Boogie Fland didn’t just make headlines by signing with Florida—he reportedly made good money too.

The former Arkansas guard and McDonald’s All-American has officially committed to the Gators after withdrawing from the 2025 NBA Draft and NCAA Draft Combine. It’s a massive move for Florida’s title defense, and an even bigger one in the NIL world.

According to CBS Sports, Fland’s name is now attached to one of the most lucrative NIL contracts in the country. The reported value? North of $2 million.

That number doesn’t just reflect his talent. It confirms what Florida fans were hoping: Head coach Todd Golden isn’t slowing down after cutting down the nets.

Fland averaged 15.1 points and 5.7 assists in just 18 games with Arkansas before a hand injury derailed his freshman season. Now healthy and in one of the fastest-paced systems in the country, the 6-foot-3 playmaker looks primed to explode.

Shams confirmed the Gators signing on Tuesday

The signing comes as no surprise for the former Arkansas star, as many sources expected him to sign with the Gators. Shams Charania was the first to report the official commitment. In his post, Fland cited Florida’s uptempo offense as a key reason for the decision — one that should complement his quick handle, court vision, and ability to score in transition.

Arkansas transfer Boogie Fland has committed to the defending NCAA champion University of Florida and head coach Todd Golden, Fland told ESPN. Fland, the 6-foot-3, former McDonald’s All-American, finds a new home in Golden’s uptempo system. pic.twitter.com/k0pZv0bzCJ
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) May 20, 2025

After pairing Fland with Princeton transfer Xaivian Lee, the Gators are expected to be in the thick of the 2026 Final Four conversation. But it’s not just the roster that’s making waves. Florida is clearly signaling their intent to stay dominant — starting with one of the boldest NIL moves of the offseason.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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