It certainly is unusual for the mighty Gators to have an open week after only four games. But it is hardly unprecedented. This is the fourth time in the last two decades it has happened. How Florida comes out of this open date will define what has been a disappointing …
Read More »Florida Football Prepares For Sold-Out UCF Game After Open Date
The Florida Gators are in a bye week after securing their first SEC win of the season Saturday. The Gators brought their record to 2-2 with the 45-28 win against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in Starkville. The win may have lowered the temperature on coach Billy Napier’s hot seat for …
Read More »‘Pick Your Poison’ — James On Florida’s Approach Against Texas A&M
Florida linebacker Shemar James shared his thoughts on the team’s performance so far this season and what to expect in the Texas A&M game Saturday, during Monday’s news conference. James, a junior, earned All-SEC honors during the 2022 season. The Past After starting the season with a loss to in-state …
Read More »SEC Media Days: Q & A with Florida linebacker Shemar James
Florida linebacker Shemar James‘ session with reporters during SEC Football Media Days in Dallas on Wednesday. Q. Personal goals for this season? Things you have focused on this offseason? JAMES: Yes, sir, just getting stronger, becoming a better leader, better communicator on the field and just becoming a better overall linebacker. …
Read More »Florida Gators Fall 39-36 in Overtime to Arkansas in The Swamp
The Florida Gators were taken down by the Arkansas Razorbacks 39-36 in overtime Saturday. The Gators are 5-4 on the season, while Arkansas takes their first SEC win of the season. Final. Presented by @WellsFargo pic.twitter.com/2DdyKM1zYq — Florida Gators Football (@GatorsFB) November 4, 2023 First Half Ahead of the game, …
Read More »UF Football Injury Report: Star LB Shemar James Out For Rest Of Season
This year’s Gators Football tackles leader, linebacker Shemar James, is out for the season after dislocating his kneecap in last week’s (43-20) loss to Georgia. What Does This Mean? The Gators defense takes a massive hit with this devastating news. Jones had the most tackles on the team by double …
Read More »Coach Napier: An Update on the Team
On Monday afternoon, Gators Football Head Coach Billy Napier gave an update on the status of the team. Along with some updates on injuries and practice, Napier pointed out some position groups he was particularly pleased with. ICYMI: @coach_bnapier spoke at a press conference today. Listen to the Press Conference …
Read More »Billy Napier Speaks at SEC Media Days
Wednesday, Florida Gators head football coach Billy Napier spoke to reporters on Day 3 of SEC Media Days. He discussed multiple topics, including his first season with the Gators and the expectations he has for his team with the first game of the 2023 season approaching quickly. Reflection on First …
Read More »Nine Gators Sign NIL Deals with OpenLocker
On Friday, nine Florida Gators student-athletes signed NIL deals with OpenLocker. The nine student-athletes include Trevor Etienne and Shemar James in Football; Trinity Thomas, Morgan Hurd and Victoria Nguyen in gymnastics; Aliyah Matharu, Zippy Broughton, and Alex Klatsky in basketball; and Elisha Dees in diving. In addition, the student-athletes would …
Read More »Defense at a Glance Ahead of the Orange & Blue Game
After weeks of spring practice, the Gators’ annual spring game, the Orange & Blue Game, has finally arrived. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium will be packed with students, fans and media hoping to get their first look at the 2023 team. In particular, the game will provide a glance at the …
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