Despite these frequent moves and having to acclimate to new surroundings, Kitna has bloomed into a good prospect, rated as a three-star recruit, the No. The first year youre spinning. If he is able to do that without losing his edge (pardon the unintended pun) he could explode onto the college scene. All Rights Reserved. He can run block, he can pass block, he can run routes, he can catch the ball, he can make plays with the ball in his hand. All Rights Reserved. 2 twice). Its hard not to fall in love with Conners physical traits. It always feels good to get a recruiting win over the Crimson Tide, but these two instances feel especially meaningful. He earned Gatorade's Florida Football Player of the Year in 2019 as an edge rusher, less than two years after making the move to defense from quarterback in high school. Please check your email for a confirmation. 14 Oregon State (Dec. 17) in the Las Vegas Bowl. A big-bodied passer with some sneaky mobility at 6 feet, 2.5 inches and just over 200 pounds, Carlos Del Rio-Wilson has above-average arm strength but has struggled with accuracy issues. Hes not explosive off the line of scrimmage despite having lateral quickness, which is somewhat disappointing. Decision Day: Welcoming the Class of 2026 - News - University of Florida Career statsand notes: 50.0 completion percentage, 101 yards in four games (2021). But him learning how to lead, thats the biggest thing for Kamari. The positional value of running backs has steadily decreased over the last decade or so, but in a Mullen offense, Gibbs could be molded into a productive player. Big guy that can run, physical. Hes not projected as a Zach Wilson-esque platform talent in college, but he can make a defender miss. Recruited by defensive line coach David Turner and defensive coordinator Todd Grantham, he committed to the Gators on September 23, 2019, picking Florida over the Florida Atlantic Owls, Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles, Texas A&M Aggies and 11 reported others. Not only does he have unusually long arms to outreach edge rushers, he also has tons of power in his hands and upper body. A backup last season as a redshirt freshman . However, he needs to add weight before he will be able to find consistent success in trench play at the college level. The NCAA allows for a player to participate in four games while still maintaining redshirt eligibility. 34 overall. His potential is endless. 20 running back, No. On3 ranking: No. The hope is always to bring in more talent than you lose, but transfer departures tend to exceed additions at a school like . As a pass rush specialist, he has been able to succeed at getting to the quarterback and inflicting damage on the merit of his technique rather than brutalizing the opposing line. Further reading:4-star DE Nolton excited to be a Gators commit (247Sports), Florida commit Francois Nolton with a strip sack that results in a score. The Alabama native narrowed down his finalist teams to Florida and his hometown Crimson Tide, but the good guys pulled out the win and hes destined for Gainesville. He's only gotten more comfortable, however. Braun, a late flip from Georgia in the 2020 class, is someone that we at Sports Illustrated-AllGators have long projected to receive snaps as a true freshmen. Sign up for the Gators Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Author: wfaa.com. Started for Deerfield Beach as a senior after previously playing high school ball in Georgia. He wont have all day to let every play develop like he does in high school and will need to incorporate more of the short game into his playstyle. Hes getting better day in and day out. Career stats and notes: 46 tackles, five sacks, one forced fumble, two defended passes. Further reading:Scouting Report: Gators DB Commit Julian Humphrey (Sports Illustrated), #Gators CB commit Julian Humphrey breaks up a pass from Miami QB commit Jacurri Brown to WR Jayden Gibson. 138 player in the state of Texas, per the 247Sports composite. 2022 season: Saw action in one game and redshirted. Signed with Florida over Washington after previously being committed to Central Michigan. Jaliyah Brown. The season was Ray Graves ' ninth of ten years as the head coach of the Florida Gators football team. UF doesn't need to rush Richardson's development, and can especially be patient with Kyle Trask being the frontrunner for the Heisman Trophy and Jones offering a similar dual-threat dynamic, plus experience. We're expecting similar, or more, usage against Vandy. The University of Florida has officially welcomed the Class of 2027. The safety from IMG Academy notched his first tackle for loss against Tennessee. From left: Sloane Blakely, Bri Edwards, Leanne Wong, Riley McCusker and Morgan Hurd. It would be more accurate to describe volleyball as her lifes work, but with the benefit of that it never feels like work Carly as it is truly her passion in life. Hes got a football background and I think hes really got good intangibles and I think hes going to bring some things to our team. Gators coach Billy Napier. Below, you can find the entire group of Floridas early enrollees, asreported by Zach Abolverdi of the Gainesville Sun on Jan. 8, along with an updated excerpt from our Gators Wire player profile card for each respective prospect. He missed his junior season with an ACL injury. Despite South Carolina holding all three of his 247Sports crystal ball predictions, Justus Boone committed to Florida on Feb. 26, 2020, roughly five weeks after attending the Gamecocks junior day. Projecting as a 3-tech, he has the skills to be giving SEC guards trouble sooner than later. But hes got broad shoulders and a great lower body, so were excited about him. Gators co-defensive coordinator and defensive line coach Sean Spencer. Like Bond, Smith is a near-perfect prototype for what Mullen looks for in a wideout. Livingston is a tough sell for me on paper, so this placement is a reflection of the fact that Im relying on those who have seen him live. Tied his career-high of 53 yards on two catches in the Las Vegas Bowlwith a long of 38 yards. Florida Gators football's early enrollees for 2021 season Per the 247Sports composite, Elksnis is ranked No. Nick de la Torre Of the 2021 recruiting class, 12 prospects enrolled for the spring semester at UF. On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media, Inc. The safety has three tackles on the season. 47 interior lineman, No. Ventrell Miller has played well at middle linebacker for Florida this year, but it's hard to act as if the remainder of the unit has done anything special or held the weak-side position down consistently. Hes a key player on the defensive front and developing into a key role player for the Gators. Appeared in all 13 games and started four times. The Florida Gators baseball team represents the University of Florida in the sport of baseball. But I think that speaks to the type of person that he is and the type of competitor that he is. With the flip of the calendar comes time to check in on Florida Gators football's incoming freshmen who have enrolled early at the university to start their careers on collegiate gridiron. However, with his speed and ability to make plays on the ball, Humphrey is a scheme versatile player who could survive a personal change in the coaching staff. It's hard to imagine Richardson's role expanding much beyond the playing time he could earn against Vanderbilt. Further reading: Scouting the film on 3-star ATH Jamarrien Burt (Gators Wire), #Gators commit Jamarrien Burt in coverage pic.twitter.com/KrSGr9AYYe, Blake Alderman (@Blake_Alderman) July 30, 2021. Rushed 118 times for 719 yards and six touchdowns. If those things click, he will be circled in ink as a breakout candidate. From left: Nya Reed, Savannah Schoenherr, Sydney Johnson-Scharpf, Leah Clapper, Trinity Thomas and Halley Taylor. Hometown Miami, FL. It's been very limited, but we've gotten glimpses of the long-term future of Florida's quarterback room in Anthony Richardson this season - assuming Emory Jones takes the starting role next season. One would imagine the biggest difficulty for this transition will be learning the technique to be a suitable blocker when he doesnt have an obvious trump card against either speed or power rushers as he is now. Yes. Redshirt Report: Checking on the Gators' freshmen class - On3.com Through four games,Gators Onlinelooks at which freshmen have played and which freshmen are likely going to earn a redshirt in 2022. Florida Baseball: Tracking the Gators' 2023 transfer portal movement Announcing his commitment to the Gators on May 26, Kitna was recruited by quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson and linebackers coach Christian Robinson. Teammates with fellow 2021 Florida commit, pro-style quarterbackCarlos Del Rio-Wilson, at Grayson (Loganville, Georgia) High School, Daejon Reynolds is the No. Being fast enough to gobble space quickly and possessing the ability to move smoothly between the sidelines and downhill, Lightsey features similar athletic traits as his counterpart. 638 overall recruit (Industry). You gotta teach guys how to lead. First Team All-Sun Belt (2021) andSecond Team All-Sun Belt (2020). But he is extremely physical, does a really nice job in the run. 5 linebacker, No. GAINESVILLE, Fla. The Florida Gators have played four games in 2022. The page has turned on the 2020 college football season. Committed to Florida's previous coaching staff as an offensive tackle prospect but will play "jumbo" tight end under the new staff. 24 wide receiver, No. Seeing 15 snaps against Missouri and another 10 against Arkansas, he should crack double digits once again this Saturday. The 2023 college baseball season has come to an end, and that means it's time to open up our transfer total tracker to follow all of the moves made by the Florida Gators over the next few months. Andy Jean - Florida Gators - WR - On3.com 2022 season: Finished the season with 39 tackles, 1.5 TFL, 1 forced fumble, and a pass breakup. 1 class since 2010. Stats: One tackle, half a tackle for loss. Pulling commitments from Shemar James and Lightsey, the Gators have secured an exciting linebacker duo for the 2022 recruiting class. Gator Sports The Florida men's basketball program landed a verbal commitment for the 2023 recruiting class Wednesday from Thomas Haugh, a power forward from Pennsylvania. It makes sense, Odom's father Jason was a unanimous All-American offensive tackle for Florida in the 1990s, so blocking is in his blood. Hes trying to take the next step because he knows he needs to improve and play. 1998 - 2023 University Athletic Assoc., Inc., FOX Sports Sun & IMG College. Max obviously is a young player who flashes and does a lot of things well. Hes definitely going to have a role on the team. Im excited about him on kickoff already. Gators EDGE coach Mike Peterson, On3 ranking: No. His weight distribution is not ideal for an offensive lineman and he needs to add lower body strength. 97 overall. Hes changed his body and lost quite a bit of weight. UF (EEP) and State Employee Registration. Floridas true freshmen appeared in a total of 113 games in 2022, with four players making nine combined starts on the season. He can be utilized as a weapon in both the running and passing game. However, after a monster run, which ended in four verbal commits on the same . Signed with Florida over Virginia Tech, Air Force and Navy. He plays hard and loves to try new things on the field, which probably appealed to Todd Granthams staff. Hes got some unique traits I think, the things that are required to play receiver. Locked On Gators is a daily Florida Gators podcast, hosted by Brandon Olsen (@WNS_Brandon) from Whole Nine Sports. Career stats and notes: Nine receptions, 284 yards, three touchdowns, 18 tackles, two sacks, four tackles for loss. They have key roles on the team and are pivotal to Floridas success the rest of the way. Combined with her passion for winning, these behaviors have created an unbelievable volleyball athlete that is ready for success at the next level. 2021 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year, earned a spot on the 2021 Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award Watch List. However, it's crucial to remember that despite his five-star status, Dexter only had two years of football experience before college. Recruited by linebackers coachChristian Robinsonand defensive coordinatorTodd Grantham, he committed to the Gators on Nov. 10, 2019, choosing Florida over the Arkansas Razorbacks, Auburn Tigers, Toledo Rockets, Virginia Tech Hokies and18 reported others. Stats: One tackle, one sack, one forced fumble. He originally committed to the Boston College Eagles on July 29, 2019. Quotable: Shemar played about 400 snaps last year. 47 overall recruit (Industry). Earned a redshirt. Photo credit: University of Florida athletic association. GAINESVILLE, Fla. - D1Baseball has ranked the Florida baseball team's 2022-23 freshman class. Another clean-up duty guy, Lee was one of several freshmen to have earned recognition from Grantham during fall camp, so it's of little surprise to see him on the field in some capacity. Napier and his staff signed 18 prospects who were true freshman last year, led by running back Freshman All-SEC picks Trevor Etienne and Shemar James. If somebody feels like, Hey, I got this stuff locked in then complacency sets in, and were not allowing that in our room. Gators offensive line coach Darnell Stapleton. Story Links PG's Complete Rankings Facebook Button Twitter Button Email Button Florida football recruiting: Ranking the Gators' class of 2022 Meet Florida Volleyball's 2022 Signing Class - Florida Gators Before Kyree Campbell returned to the defensive line against Missouri, Dexter averaged 21 snaps per game. Signed with Florida over Oregon and Kentucky among other programs. SAOs enhance the experience of new and prospective Gators via a variety of programming designed to prepare students to apply to the University of Florida as well as share how UF can help newly admitted Gators achieve their future goals. Hes got the the physical tools, he has a strong lower body, he can pass rush, he can hold the point, hes 320 pounds, hes got broad shoulders and he might not fit through that door. Appeared in all 13 games and made his collegiate debut in the season opener vs. Utah. The most improvement though has been in the meeting room. #2 ILB: Olney, MD Our Lady of Good Counsel High School: Florida Committed 06/18/2023. 167 overall recruit. Listed at 6 feet, 2 inches and 170 pounds, Collier should continue to add muscle to his frame once he enters strength and conditioning coach Nick Savages program. The official 2023 Softball Roster for the Florida Gators Gators. Hes a unique player that can do a lot of different things. Recruiting Industry Comparison. Further reading:Versatile four-star Florida commit enjoys visit to Gainesville (Rivals). Ranks fourth in school history in career receiving yards (1,221) in two years at the wide receiver position, formerly played quarterback. Profile: Lagway's first pass-catching partner in the class of 2024, Williams offers Florida's offense a speedy and explosive option at wide receiver with the ability to play outside and in the . Florida football recruiting: Gators expand 2022 class with LB Shemar There are rumors that he clocked very impressive speeds in private workouts for the Gators, but that doesnt exactly show up on tape. The Gators have six freshmen that have participated in every game this season and certainly will not redshirt. Primarily recruited by quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson, one of the Southeastern Conferences (SEC) best on the trail, and former cornerbacks coach Torrian Gray, he chose the Gators over the Baylor Bears, Clemson Tigers, Virginia Cavaliers, Washington State Cougars, and 30 reported others. He has a long way to go at his age, physically and mentally, and there were some lapses in coverage against the Tigers that weren't taken advantage of. James logged his first tackle for loss and sack against Tennessee last Saturday. Blessed with near-ideal size for the tight end position, 6 feet, 6 inches and 221 pounds, Elksnis was one of new position coach Tim Brewsters first priorities once he joined Dan Mullens staff. Admit Type: Freshman Summer B, Fall, Innovation Academy & Pathways to Campus Enrollment (PaCE) 2 in the 2015-2016 CollegeGymFans.com top recruiting classes, but strong classes are nothing new for the Gators. When we are able to announce the entire class, we will celebrate the collection of elite talent that makes up the class of 22. 1968 Florida Gators Roster | College Football at Sports-Reference.com Signed with Florida over LSU and Clemson. No. Also played basketball and ran track in high school. 17 defensive tackle, No. The Gators offense was led by senior tailback Larry Smith, a first-team All-American. Career stats and notes: 271 attempts, 2,455 yards, 34 touchdowns, 19 receptions, 301 yards, four touchdowns. Despite that, hes a major breakout candidate and badly underrated by the national media. GAINESVILLE, Fla. - University of Florida Head Soccer Coach Samantha Bohon has announced her first signing class with the Gators. Christopher Thomas Jr. is a three-star prospect, one of the top-30 defensive tackles in the class and a top-75 player in the state, per the 247Sports Composite. Will DJ Lagway Start for the Florida Gators as a True Freshman in 2024? That gives us a good idea of which players will fill roles for the team this season. You seen last year he had a chance to get out there on special teams. Hes probably down to the 320s and he was probably close to the 350s last year, but he looks better. GAINESVILLE, Fla. The Florida Gators have played four games in 2022. State - FL 72. Video Platform powered by CBS Sports Digital, Gurabo, Puerto Rico / Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Coral Springs, Fla. / Marjory Stoneman Douglas. https://t.co/Fg5Fbwy3Ln pic.twitter.com/aJpkwS3iYN, Andrew Ivins (@Andrew_Ivins) September 9, 2021. He tends to throw himself at the ball carrier rather than neatly wrapping him up. Fast and agile, he is also a wide receiver for his high school team and projects to be lethal in coverage at the next level. His brother played at Northwestern and had a cup of coffee in the league. Twice he's played clean-up duty, however, he stepped in against Georgia when starting right guard Stewart Reese exited the game and played admirably against the program he was once pledged to. The University of Florida has offered the No. Career statsand notes: 51 receptions, 984 yards, five touchdowns (2021). 2022 season: Did not make any game appearances and redshirted. Career stats and notes: Three tackles. She is a tremendous role model for every small-town kid in America and has proven that talent can come from anywhere, even Laramie, WY. He has a shot to be useful in his freshman year and a starter along the Gators line as early as his sophomore year. Also a standout basketball player at the prep level, Marshall, listed at 6 feet, 2 inches and 180 pounds, drew high praise from 247Sports Miami Hurricanes Insider Andrew Ivins, who compared him to former Florida State Seminole Xavier Rhodes. Defensive coordinator Todd Grantham mentioned on Tuesday that some have been "forcedin maybe a little bit sooner than others." You can yell at him. Follow us@GatorsWireon Twitter and like our page onFacebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions. There are also some obvious soft spots, and it may be too late to clean them up. We can't wait to welcome the newest Gators! Explore Optional Fee Package (PaCE and UF Online students only) ufonline.ufl.edu/fees 4 cornerback, No. Despite all that, theres very little out there on him, and the internets near-silence speaks volumes. Just last week, the Gators' transfer class came in at No. His recruitment was a bit of an adventure. Career stats and notes: 160 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 10 interceptions, 25 defended passes, two forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries. Caught a 62-yard touchdown for his first career reception. Signed with Florida over Florida Atlantic and Maryland, among other programs. Career stats and notes: 21 tackles, two interceptions, four pass breakups (2020). Paired with fellow 2021 commit Jefferson (Tampa, Florida) Gage Wilcox, Brewster appears to have talent ready and waiting in the wings to replace junior Kyle Pitts, who has declared for the 2021 NFL draft. Primarily recruited by defensive line coachDavid Turnerand defensive coordinatorTodd Grantham, he is the No. Follow all your favorite Florida teams at Gators Wire, Jaguars Wire, Bucs Wire and Dolphins Wire! 2022 season: Appeared in the final seven games of the season, finishing with an average kickoff of 64.0 yards and 18 touchbacks in 32 attempts. Further reading: 247Sports experts sound off on UFs newest commitment Jamari Lyons (247Sports). Hes fearless. Primarily recruited by quarterbacks coachBrian Johnson, Del Rio is one of the top-dozen pro-style quarterback prospects in the class and a top-15 player in the state of Georgia, per the 247Sports composite.