Gators Football

In all kinds of weather, University of Florida punter Johnny Townsend proves time and time again to be one of the most reliable players on Coach McElwain’s roster. The 6’1″ Orlando native was originally committed to Ohio State for most of his senior year before deciding to join the Gators. The …

Florida head coach Jim McElwain spoke to the media in his weekly press conference today, but the circumstances were not exactly traditional. Hurricane Matthew Wrecks Game Plan The Gators are coming off what essentially turned into a bye week as their game against LSU this past Saturday was suspended due …

After a disappointing 2015 season, the Missouri Tigers came into the 2016 season looking to improve upon their 5-7 (1-7 SEC) record last season. However, the Tigers have yet to take steps in the right direction so far this season. The Tigers’ record is 2-3, however, both of the wins …

The Gator football team will not only have to conquer LSU this weekend but Hurricane Matthew as it hurls its way towards Florida, leaving Saturday’s game up in the air. But whether it’s a storm or an opponent, Gator football coach Jim McElwain is focusing on what the team can control—preparation. …

What once used to be one of Florida’s biggest strengths is now something that greatly needs improvement. The Gator football team has struggled in punt return performances and special teams in general. Antonio Callaway had a breakout season last year fielding punts; he tied a single-season record as a freshman with two …

The Florida Gators are outside the Top 50 nationally in rushing and passing, and although they only sit a game behind Tennessee in the SEC East, a game against LSU looms. Coach Jim McElwain and company may need a win this weekend to stay in contention. Good news for Florida …

The LSU Tigers ran for 418 yards Saturday. Let that sink in. Now imagine that outrageous ground number with an absent Leonard Fournette. The Tigers found a way to get it done on the ground even without their premier back. A 42-7 win over the Missouri Tigers gives LSU confidence …

It wasn’t the prettiest of games, but QB Austin Appleby and the Florida Gators got their fourth win of the season against Vanderbilt last Saturday 13-6. It was Appleby’s first win while starting under center as a Florida Gator. The grad transfer from Purdue has started the last two games for …

While it certainly wasn’t pretty, head coach Jim McElwain and the rest of the Florida Gator Football team did notch another one in the win column after Saturday’s 13-6 victory over Vanderbilt. While only racking up 236 total yards of total offense in the win—29 fewer yards than the Commodores—McElwain said it …