The Florida Gators offensive line has been a talking point since coach Billy Napier came to town, but the 2023 season exposed the unit as one of the worst in the FBS. The Gators allowed 22 sacks for 143 yards and ranked 71st in the country in yards per rush …
Read More »Austin Barber Confident in Gators’ Offense
Despite scoring 36 points on Saturday, the Gators fell short in overtime against the Razorbacks. Following the Gators’ stunning loss to Arkansas, Florida is in danger of finishing under .500 for the third straight year. The 5-4 Gators need a win to become bowl eligible and two wins to guarantee …
Read More »Florida’s Billy Napier Looks Ahead To Homecoming Game
After falling 33-14 against Kentucky last Saturday, Florida head coach Billy Napier reflected on the mishaps of the game, and what’s needed to recover against Vanderbilt this Saturday. Gators Football Press Conference #GoGators https://t.co/G7GxQ3VeXa — Florida Gators Football (@GatorsFB) October 2, 2023 Down Go the Gators Florida (3-2, 1-1 SEC) …
Read More »Austin Barber Talks Gators Football at Fall Camp
“All the guys, they have pushed me to be a leader, and I think it has just helped me build my confidence,” said Florida Gators offensive lineman, Austin Barber. Leadership Entering into his third season with the Gators, Barber is projected to start at left tackle. He shared how he …
Read More »A Look at the Gators Offense
After four weeks of practices, the Florida Gators football team is set to conclude 2023 spring camp, making it one step closer to year two of the Billy Napier era. The 2023 Orange & Blue Game is scheduled to start Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. Here’s a quick look at …
Read More »Florida Assistant Coach Rob Sale Talks Offensive Line, Gator Football in 2023
Gators assistant football coach Rob Sale is excited about his offensive line. Having lost AP All-American guard O’Cyrus Torrence to the draft, Florida will need new pass blockers to step up in 2023. Sale said that he was satisfied and happy with what he has to work with and mentioned …
Read More »Florida Offensive Lineman Austin Barber Talks Spring Football
Florida football head coach Billy Napier’s second year is officially underway. Spring football began Saturday and the Gators are optimistic for the upcoming season. Florida offensive lineman Austin Barber spoke to the media to discuss what to expect coming into Spring football. Health of the Roster So far it seems …
Read More »Gator Football Looks to Eastern Washington Game Sunday
After the tough loss in Knoxville, Billy Napier and the Gators turn their attention to Eastern Washington who head to Gainesville for Sunday’s contest. Eastern Washington will take on an SEC team for the first time when they head to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium this weekend. Florida and Eastern Washington …
Read More »Michael Tarquin Discusses Progress of Florida Offensive Line
When Florida football coach Billy Napier assembled his army of a football staff, he chose to hire two offensive line coaches rather than one ― an unconventional move for a college coaching staff. Rob Sale is the offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, while Darnell Stapleton is an assistant coach …
Read More »Gators Boost ’23 Class with Two Pledges
As Billy Napier assembles his second recruiting class as the head coach at Florida, the Gators’ 2023 recruiting class has seen plenty of misses, such as quarterback Jaden Rashada, and plenty of hits, such as defensive lineman TJ Searcy and corner Sharif Denson. On Thursday, Napier boosted the class by …
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