Category: Fall Sports

Articles for the Fall Sports at the University of Florida

  • 4-Star WR Xzavier Henderson commits to Florida

    Xzavier Henderson announced his commitment to the Florida Gators on Saturday afternoon during the Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio. The four-star recruit out of Columbus High School in Miami recorded a 4.55 forty yard dash at The Opening Regional in May. His explosive first step has garnered much attention from some of the biggest…

  • Gators land pair of transfers: 5-star RB Lingard, 3-star OLB Keeter

    Just four days after defeating Virginia in the Orange Bowl, the Florida Gators are already making significant offseason acquisitions. A five-star running back from the class of 2018, Lorenzo Lingard announced his transfer from Miami to Florida today. Lingard hails from University High School in Orange City, Florida, and was the No. 2 running back…

  • Gators in the NFL: Week 17

    The final week of the regular season proved very eventful for former Florida Gators around the NFL. And perhaps the most critical play came from a special teams player. Eddy Pineiro (kicker, Chicago Bears) converted all four of his field goal attempts on Sunday, including a 22-yarder with 10 seconds left, to help the Bears…

  • Grading the Gators: UF’s balanced performance shines in the Orange Bowl

    The Florida Gators have a lot to celebrate this New Year’s Eve. Dan Mullen’s champagne wishes of an 11-2 record came true at the Orange Bowl with a 36-28 victory over the Virginia Cavaliers. The Gators didn’t cover the 14.5-point spread, but they performed well in all phases of play. And credit must be given…

  • Gators Top Virginia to Win Second Straight NY6 Bowl

    Miami Gardens, FL – The Gators got a little more than what was advertised when they took the field on Monday night to face the Virginia Cavaliers in the Capital One Orange Bowl. Florida entered the game as a 15.5-point favorite and left the game with a 36-28 victory. Although many fans have voiced their…

  • Orange Bowl Preview

    With the Capital One Orange Bowl set to kickoff in a little over 24 hours, I thought this would be a perfect time to really take a look at the matchup. The Gators are seeking their first 11-win season since 2012 and enter the game as a solid 14.5-point favorite over the Wahoos. Meanwhile, Virginia…

  • Staff Predictions: Orange Bowl vs Virginia

    The Gators are headed to Miami to play in the Orange Bowl against ACC opponent Virginia. Florida will look to win its second straight New Year’s Six bowl game. The following are our staff predictions for this year’s game. Michael Pfeffer: Florida has the clear advantage in this one and that’s why they enter Monday’s…

  • Gators land commitment of 2021 OT Javonte Gardner

    Dan Mullen and the Florida Gators received some good news Friday morning. Orlando prospect Javonte Garner announced his verbal commitment to the University of Florida. I Made My Verbal Commitment 🤫.. — Javonte “SPOOK” Gardner💰😎 (@ItVonte) December 20, 2019 Gardner is a 6,5 290 lb offensive tackle in the 2021 class who attends Jones High…

  • Despite Zero Surprises, Gators Sign Excellent 2020 Class

    For all of the hype and drama that surrounded Florida’s recruiting efforts in the week before the early signing period, Wednesday fell abundantly flat. The Gators finished the day with the eighth-ranked class, fulfilling plenty of needs along the way. However, it felt a bit like waking up on Christmas morning to find that you…

  • Gators in the NFL: Week 15

    Gators in the NFL Week 15 Janoris Jenkins (corner) is now a New Orleans Saint. The 2016 Pro-Bowler was waived by the New York Giants and claimed by the Saints, as he’s had one of the best seasons among players at his position. The 31-year-old is in the top 10 in interceptions (four) and passes…