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“Embarrassing” is the word Florida head coach Billy Napier used to describe his team’s performance in the Gators’ 41-17 opening week loss to the No. 19 Miami Hurricanes on Saturday. This was the first time since 1989 that the Gators dropped their home opener. Florida was outclassed by the Canes in every facet of the…
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The Florida Gators are set to take on in-state rival Miami Saturday. This is the 57th meeting between the two programs on the gridiron. Miami currently leads the series, 29-27. Both teams enter the 2024 season optimistic for better days. Last year, Miami finished 7-6 overall while the Gators missed out on bowl season at…
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The storied rivalry of two powerhouse programs of the past will add yet another chapter on Saturday afternoon as the Florida Gators will host the No. 19 Miami Hurricanes at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in a crucial season opener. Florida and Miami both come into 2024 with third-year head coaches in Billy Napier and Mario…
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Now that fall camp has come and gone and games are set to be played, we’ve decided that it’s an appropriate time to discuss our expectations and projections for the 2024 Florida Gators football team. The 2023 season was forgettable for much of the fan base as Florida finished the season 5-7 overall and 3-5…
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Special teams has often been an area of underperformance in the Billy Napier era. Sloppy mistakes and missed opportunities have, at times, defined Florida’s season in critical moments. This year, Florida returns its starting kicker, punter and long snapper. Napier also hired senior analyst Joe Houston in the offseason to assist GameChanger coordinator Chris Couch…
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There will be a revamped look to the Florida defensive backfield in 2024. In his third year as the head coach of the Gators, Billy Napier will be looking for a much improved secondary with new faces all around. A veteran secondary coach joined the staff this offseason as Corey Raymond went back to LSU…
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Naeshaun Montgomery, a 4-star recruit from Miami Central High School, has announced his commitment to the Florida Gators on August 25, 2024. Montgomery had offers from SEC rivals Alabama and LSU, and offers from FSU, Oregon, and Penn State. The 6’1″, 165 pound wideout chose Florida during a livestream on his Instagram. Montgomery posted on…
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The Florida defense had great success in recent scrimmages. Some of that success can be attributed to Florida’s linebacker corps, which consists of multiple returning starters. This season, the position group will return refreshed with experience and talent across the board. With Mannie Nunnery (Texas St.) and Scooby Williams (Texas A&M) exiting the program, the…
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The trenches are where games are won or lost in the SEC. A season ago, the Florida Gators were not up to par when it came to their defensive line, especially against the run. This year, the Gators will be looking for a big turnaround from their front four who will be under new guidance.…
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One of the most pressing position needs in the offseason for Billy Napier was the offensive line. Florida lost consistent starters such as Micah Mazzccua and Richie Leonard IV to the transfer portal. Center Kingsley Eguakun, who missed much of last season to injury, was drafted by the Detroit Lions in April. Despite the losses,…
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