While physical attributes and athletic abilities were discussed with Jay Bateman regarding players, he often emphasized the established standards that players uphold. The inside linebackers coach for the Florida Gators has seen not just significant qualities with players on the field, but off the field as well. “The legacy you …
Read More »Gators Spring Practice Winding Down
Gators football spring practice is nearing its end with the Orange and Blue game approaching on April 13. This is Billy Napier’s second offseason with the Gators and fans are placing pressure on him to bounce back from an underwhelming first season. The game is set to have numerous recruits …
Read More »UF Coach Jay Bateman Looks to Rebuild Linebacker Room
The Florida sunshine showed its might Tuesday as the Gators concluded their 12th spring football practice. Florida is nearing the final stretch of spring camp as the heat was imminent at Sanders Practice Fields. Players quenched their thirst continuously as they completed drills during media viewing period. Head coach Billy …
Read More »Gervon Dexter Shines at Pro Day
Gervon Dexter Sr. has improved his draft stock immensely following an impressive performance at Florida’s 2023 Pro Day. Draft Day Projection The defensive lineman had a successful NFL Combine four weeks earlier, racing his 6-foot-6, 310-pound body to a stunning 4.88 in the 40. Dexter’s draft stock has increased from …
Read More »Former Gator Football Star Zach Carter Discusses Successful Rookie Year in Cincinnati
Former Florida defensive tackle Zach Carter will enter the second season on his four-year rookie contract with the Cincinnati Bengals this fall. Cincinnati selected Carter with the 95th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. The Tampa native started nine games last season and appeared in every Bengals’ contest including …
Read More »Richard Gouraige Talks Pro Day
Richard Gouraige, offensive tackle for the Florida Gators, showed his talents at Pro Day alongside close friend, teammate and quarterback Anthony Richardson, among others. Pro Day Though he was unable to compete in the combine due to an injury during a strength test, Gouraige made the most of Pro Day …
Read More »Former Gator Malik Davis on NFL Rookie Year
Eleven Gators participated in Florida’s Pro Day on Thursday. Several former players attended, including running back and current Dallas Cowboy Malik Davis. In His Element Davis participated in Pro Day last year in 2022 and had a phenomenal performance. He recorded an unofficial vertical leap of 39.5 inches and a …
Read More »Anthony Richardson, Gators Wow Scouts and Coaches at Pro Day
Anthony Richardson stood on the field of the Florida Gators indoor practice facility with the ball in hand. Every eye in the packed room was glued to the 6-foot-4, 246-pound athletic specimen. He took a three step drop, uncorked his arm and unleashed an absolute rocket into the sky. The …
Read More »O’Cyrus Torrence Talks Gator Pro Day and the NFL
Florida Gators offensive guard prospect O’Cyrus Torrence performed in the Florida Pro Day Thursday as he continues his journey to the NFL Draft. Following his performance, he spoke with Steve Russell to talk about it and the NFL. The Pro Day As soon as the season ended, he got to …
Read More »Billy Napier Talks Gator Football After First Scrimmage of Spring
Billy Napier spoke to the press about players, practices and the team’s scrimmage on Tuesday. Year Two in The Swamp Napier described the struggles of settling in during year one. “Year one’s a blender, man,” he said. “You have to hire a group, you have to get to know a …
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