Gators Breakdown

Game Reaction | Florida 34 Tennessee 3

22 Sep 2019

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When Florida and Tennessee lined up, it certainly didn't look like Kyle Trask was making his first start since high school. The Gators put one of thei...

Tennessee Game Preview

18 Sep 2019

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Tennessee hasn't had the best of starts this season, but they can redeem themselves with a win over rival Florida. David Waters is joined by Nathanael...

Trask and Jones prepared to be starters

17 Sep 2019

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When the Gators take the field vs Tennessee, it won't be Feleipe Franks taking the snaps. After the Franks' injury, Kyle Trask will look to make his f...

Game Reaction | Florida 29 Kentucky 21

16 Sep 2019

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Florida travels to Kentucky and escapes with a 29-21 victory, but at a cost. Feleipe Franks gets injured and will miss the rest of the 2019 season. Da...

Kentucky game preview

11 Sep 2019

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Florida’s 31-game winning streak over Kentucky came to an end last year. Now, the Gators are hoping to start a new streak Saturday night in Lexingto...

Florida needs to fix the little things before Kentucky

10 Sep 2019

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While a 45-point win over UT Martin was what the Gators needed to do, there is still plenty to fix with SEC schedule starting this week at Kentucky.  ...

Game Reaction | Florida 45 UT Martin 0

08 Sep 2019

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The Gators did what they were supposed to do versus an over-matched opponent... Blow that team out. David Waters is joined by Will Sammon from The Ath...

Florida falls in polls | UT-Martin preview

04 Sep 2019

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Florida will take the field vs Tennessee-Martin after falling slightly in the Amway Coaches Poll and AP Poll. As a prohibitive favorite, the Gators ju...

Florida's rivals and division foes have rough first week

02 Sep 2019

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A week after Florida had a close 24-20 win over Miami, several rivals and division foes lose their first games in inexplicable fashion. David Waters t...

It was one game, and it was a Florida win

27 Aug 2019

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Expectations were high heading into Florida’s opener vs Miami. To many, those expectations were not met. David Waters is joined by Will Miles, from ...

Game Reaction | Florida 24 Miami 20

25 Aug 2019

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It wasn’t pretty, but Florida survives a scare from Miami to open the 2019 season. David Waters is joined by Will Sammon, from The Athletic, as the ...

Miami game preview | Andrew Ivins, Chad Wilson, Bill King

21 Aug 2019

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All eyes will be on Orlando as the Gators take on the new look Miami Hurricanes in a Week Zero. match-up. David Waters is joined by Andrew Ivins, from...

Game week is here | Season picks

20 Aug 2019

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The wait is over and game week for Florida vs Miami is finally here to kick-off the 2019 season. On this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters is ...

2019 Gator Panel

19 Aug 2019

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Gators Breakdown and Stadium and Gale present the 2019 Gator Panel. Hectic off-season headlines and outlook for the 2019 season are discussed.  Featu...

Opponent Preview - SC, UGA, VAN, MIZ

14 Aug 2019

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The final part of Gators Breakdown's opponent previews feature the last four SEC teams on the schedule: South Carolina, Georgia, Vanderbilt, and Misso...

Opponent Preview - UK, UT, AU, LSU

12 Aug 2019

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Part two of Gators Breakdown opponent previews feature the first four SEC teams on the schedule: Kentucky, Tennessee, Auburn, and LSU. David Waters is...

Florida dismisses John Huggins

11 Aug 2019

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After weeks or rumors and speculation, Florida defensive back, John Huggins, has been dismissed from the football program. David Waters is joined by Z...

Former Georgia Bulldog, Brenton Cox, transferring to Florida

10 Aug 2019

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2018 5-star Georgia signee, Brenton Cox, entered the NCAA Transfer Portal earlier this week and has enrolled at the University of Florida. David Water...

Opponent Preview - Miami and FSU

08 Aug 2019

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Gators Breakdown kicks off our opponent previews with in-state rivals Miami and FSU. David Waters is joined by Mark Rogers, of Mark Rogers TV, to brea...

What does Florida need to prove in 2019?

06 Aug 2019

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It's nothing new... Florida has one of the toughest schedules in the country. From opening the season vs Miami, a brutal mid-season stretch, and closi...

Expect another jump on offense; Tre’Vez Johnson conversation

04 Aug 2019

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Pick Six Previews is rated as the “most accurate” preview in the nation for college football. Founder of Pix Six Previews, Brett Ciancia, joins Da...

2019 fall camp starts; FNL brings new commits

28 Jul 2019

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The 2019 edition of fall camp is underway for the Gators. Practices were held all weekend as the Gators get ready to start the season early vs Miami. ...

UF picked second in the SEC East. Best case, worst case scenario.

23 Jul 2019

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It came as no surprise last week, the college football media pegged Florida to finish behind Georgia in the SEC East. Given that we know there is some...

2019 SEC Media Days

16 Jul 2019

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After taking the show on the road to Atlanta last year, SEC Media Days returns to Birmingham, Alabama for the 2019 edition. Gators head coach Dan Mull...

Areas the Gators can improve for 2019

09 Jul 2019

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As successful as the 2018 season was for Dan Mullen and the Gators, there are a few areas the Gators must improve for a better 2019. David Waters is j...

Phil Steele previews the 2019 Gators

30 Jun 2019

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The one and only Phil Steele hops on Gators Breakdown as his magazine is hitting store shelves across the country. Steele joins David Waters and answe...

Florida lands three commitments.; Doering says fans can be ‘cautiously optimistic.’

23 Jun 2019

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It was a busy weekend in Gainesville as the Gators land three commitments for the class of 2020. Also, News4Jax sports anchor/reporter, Brian Jackson,...

Key players for an even bigger 2019

18 Jun 2019

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There is a lot of experience coming back for the Gators and many of them looking to make significant impact for the 2019 season. On this episode of Ga...

Navigating through the SEC East

12 Jun 2019

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All of Florida's three losses last season came at the hands of SEC East teams. If there is one area to improve upon in 2019, it's to get better play a...

Florida has one of the SEC's best rosters

04 Jun 2019

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Gators Breakdown wraps-up its look at the college football preview magazines by diving into a look at the talent on Florida's roster. David Waters is ...

Florida gets love from preview magazines

28 May 2019

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It's that time of year where college football preview magazines are on store shelves. Both Athlon Sports and Lindy's Sports forecast a successful 2019...

Is Franks one of the SEC’s best QBs?; Recruiting update

21 May 2019

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Feleipe Franks had quite the turnaround in year one under Dan Mullen. With a late season surge, fans are wondering just how much more Franks can progr...

Putting a bow on the Chris Steele saga

14 May 2019

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In the days after Chris Steele put his name in the transfer portal, the reasons for his departure were questioned. Some things found just didn't add u...

The fallout of Chris Steele's decision to transfer

10 May 2019

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The last week in Florida football has been one to forget. Chris Steele entering the transfer portal is just the last in a string of events that have G...

Assessing recruiting after Demarkcus Bowman commits to Clemson

07 May 2019

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Lakeland, FL running back, Demarkcus Bowman caused a stir last Friday after he committed to Clemson over Florida. David Waters is joined by Will Miles...

Expectations for Florida in 2019; NFL Draft review

30 Apr 2019

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On the heels of spring practice, and an unexpected 10-win season, expectations for Florida are rising in year two under Dan Mullen. Are those high exp...

Florida's 2019 College Football Playoff chances

23 Apr 2019

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ESPN has released their "Playoff Predictor" and Florida is one of the favorites for the College Football Playoff. David Waters is joined by Will Miles...

The Gator Panel reviews 2019 spring football

18 Apr 2019

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The Gator Panel is back together to give their takes on the happenings of spring football. David Waters is joined by other media members to discuss Fe...

2019 Spring Game Review

14 Apr 2019

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On a sunny, fun-filled day in The Swamp, Feleipe Franks concludes the 2019 spring with another impressive showing as the Gators offense put up firewor...

Spring Game Preview - Anthony Richardson Commits

09 Apr 2019

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Fans get their first look at the 2019 Gators when the team takes the field for The Orange and Blue Debut on Saturday.   David Waters is joined by Wil...

Spring scrimmage yields little consistency for the Florida offense

31 Mar 2019

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Florida held their first scrimmage of the spring last Thursday evening and the results were a mixed bag. After a fast start for the first team offense...

Feleipe Franks is confident and in control

26 Mar 2019

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Through the second week of spring practice, it is clear, this is the best Feleipe Franks has ever looked in a Gators uniform. Confidence, accuracy, co...

Mullen at Jacksonville Gator Gathering uncut

21 Mar 2019

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Dan Mullen meets with the media ahead of a speaking engagement for fans, friends, and boosters of the Florida football program. David Waters was in at...

Gators are growing more than learning this spring

19 Mar 2019

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After a successful 2018 season, Florida players and coaches have a better understanding of each other. With many key pieces returning for 2019, there ...

2019 Spring Preview - Defense

12 Mar 2019

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Spring practice starts this week and Gators Breakdown wraps up the spring preview with a look at the defensive side of the ball.  David Waters is joi...

2019 Spring Preview - Offense

05 Mar 2019

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Spring practice gets started on March 12th and even though there are less question surrounding the Gators compared to this time last year, there are s...

Carson Beck commits to Georgia over Florida

04 Mar 2019

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Once thought to be a heavy Gator lean, QB Carson Beck, commits to Georgia over Florida. David Waters is joined by Beck's QB trainer, Denny Thompson, t...

Elite talent makes up early 2020 Florida commits

27 Feb 2019

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Florida received a bit of unexpected news when running back Keyvone Lee decommitted from the 2020 class late last week. Even with that happening, the ...

"The Gator Standard" and process with Will Sammon

18 Feb 2019

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With 2018 season in the rear view mirror, and the class of 19 all wrapped up, its time to reassess and also look forward at the program Dan Mullen is ...

Todd Grantham staying at Florida

14 Feb 2019

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After flirting with the NFL's Cincinnati Bengals, Florida defensive coordinator Todd Grantham elects to stay at Florida. Join David Waters as he break...

The Gator Panel Signing Day review

13 Feb 2019

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The Gator Panel gets back together to review the 2019 recruting class for the Gators. The big finish, re-establishing the Lakeland pipeline, Miami and...

Gators wrap-up National Signing Day 2019 with a bang

07 Feb 2019

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Florida came into National Signing Day with a chance to close the 2019 recruiting class with a big finish. After landing commitments from Khris Bogle ...

Junior Day wrap-up -- 2019 National Signing Day preview

04 Feb 2019

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Florida held their first Junior Day for the 2020 class this past Saturday and received a big time commitment from four-star DT Johnnie Brown. David Wa...

David Turner hired as DL coach - 2019 recruiting cycle winding down

29 Jan 2019

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It didn't take long for Dan Mullen to hire a coach he was very familiar with after Sal Sunseri left for Alabama. David Turner is the newest addition t...

Florida hires Torrian Gray

22 Jan 2019

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The Gators hire Torrian Gray as cornerbacks coach after the departure of Charlton Warren to Georgia. Gray was last on the Florida staff in 2016 prior ...

Charlton Warren and Sal Sunseri moving on -- Where the Gators can improve for 2019

21 Jan 2019

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The Gators have been hit with coaching departures the last couple of days. On Friday, it was reported, Sal Sunseri will be leaving for Alabama. Then, ...

Florida setting up for Signing Day - Leonard Manuel Commits

15 Jan 2019

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With just a few weeks left of the 2019 recruiting cycle, the Gators hosted some big targets this past weekend. Even though 2019 prospects were the foc...

Florida finishes top 10 in 2018 final rankings

09 Jan 2019

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Florida fans may eventually look back at the 2018 season as the season that brings back the “Gator Standard.” The Gators rank top 10 in the final ...

Big names coming, returning, and leaving Florida


06 Jan 2019

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From the Peach Bowl win over Michigan to this past weekend, the Florida Gators have had a bit of positive mojo off the field. Some players have decide...

Florida Destroys Michigan 41-15 in Peach Bowl

31 Dec 2018

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In Dan Mullen’s first season, the Gators cap off unexpected turnaround by destroying Michigan in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl.   David Waters and Wil...

Peach Bowl Preview vs Michigan

27 Dec 2018

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Motivation shouldn't be a factor as the Gators line up against Michigan in The Peach Bowl. Florida is going for its 10th win of the season and capping...

Early Signing Day Review -- Dec. 19, 2018

20 Dec 2018

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There was very little drama for the Florida Gators as the Early Signing Period gets started. The Gators sign 20 recruits to the 2019 class that fills ...

Early Signing Period Preview

17 Dec 2018

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With Early Signing Period a couple of days away, the Gators are now in wait and see mode to see if prospects will make their way to Gainesville. Flori...

Recruiting scoop with Blake Alderman

12 Dec 2018

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Florida is in good shape for many of the top prospects on their board and look to make a final push with the Early Signing Period just a week away. Sw...

2019 recruiting cycle heating up - Bill King praises Gators

10 Dec 2018

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The Gators hosted a good number of top recruits this past weekend, and with Early Signing Period starting next week, Florida made their case to some o...

Michigan brings another tough defense vs Florida - Recruiting update

04 Dec 2018

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It's no surprise Jim Harbaugh has assembled one of the best defenses in college football once again for the Michigan Wolverines. While the Florida off...

Florida draws Michigan in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

02 Dec 2018

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After going 9-3, Florida has earned a New Year's Six bowl bid. The Gators draw Michigan in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Dec. 29 at noon ET. David Water...

The Gator Panel reviews the 2018 season

29 Nov 2018

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The 2018 Gator Panel gets back together to review the exciting 2018 season. The Gators finish at 9-3 and look to be headed to a New Year's Six Bowl. G...

Dan Mullen leads a fun, successful first season at Florida

27 Nov 2018

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The unexpected rise of the Gators has come to an end. The 2018 season was a fun, exciting, and successful campaign capped off by a blow-out victory ov...

Florida ends the streak over FSU 41-14

25 Nov 2018

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The Gators' five game losing streak to Florida State is finally over and in dominating fashion. Florida marched into Doak Campbell Stadium and walked ...

Florida vs Florida State Game Preview

21 Nov 2018

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Florida and Florida State may not be playing for conference or national championships, but the 2018 edition of the rivalry still has plenty at stake. ...

Time for the Gators to take back Florida

20 Nov 2018

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Beating your rivals means a lot in the coaching profession and Dan Mullen gets his first crack at defeating FSU. There is no better time to reverse th...

Florida Routs Idaho 63-10

18 Nov 2018

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The last game in The Swamp for 2018 has plenty of fireworks as the Gators rout Idaho 63-10. In an expected blow-out, freshman quarterback, Emory Jones...

Catching up with recruiting - Idaho game preview

14 Nov 2018

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Recruiting never stops, and with the Gators exceeding expectations on the field, there is the thought that recruiting should follow suit. David Waters...

Mullen successful in the SEC first year at UF

13 Nov 2018

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What Dan Mullen does in the SEC will ultimately decide what kind of coach he'll be when his career ends at Florida. While there were some surprises, a...

Florida gets a 35-31 comeback victory over South Carolina

11 Nov 2018

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Even though it didn't look good at times, the Gators score 21 unanswered in a defeat of South Carolina 35-31. David Waters reviews the Gators comebac...

South Carolina Game Preview

08 Nov 2018

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As the quarterback situation figures itself out, Florida hosts South Carolina trying to stop a two-game skid. Will Gunter, of 107.5 The Game, joins Da...

Quarterback position at a crossroads

06 Nov 2018

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After Feleipe Franks was benched versus Missouri, and replaced with Kyle Trask, many assume Trask will be the starting quarterback this week vs South ...

Missouri Dominates Florida 38-17

04 Nov 2018

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Missouri comes into Gainesville and Drew Lock throws for three touchdowns as the Tigers roll the Gators 38-17. Feleipe Franks gets benched in the loss...

Missouri Game Preview

01 Nov 2018

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Last week wasn't too kind for Florida or Missouri. The Gators are looking to bounce back after losing to rival Georgia, while Missouri is still wonder...

Florida needs focus and better execution moving forward

30 Oct 2018

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The Gators aren't feeling sorry for themselves after the loss to Georgia. After losing to Kentucky earlier this season, Florida went on to win five st...

Georgia defeats Florida 36-17

28 Oct 2018

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In the highly anticipated, top-10 matchup, the Bulldogs were just too much for the Gators. Florida hung tough through adversity, but Jake Fromm's thre...

Georgia Game Preview with Rece Davis, Ben Troupe, and Mike Griffith

24 Oct 2018

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It's a big game anytime ESPN's College GameDay comes to town and this Saturday will be no different when the show comes to Jacksonville for the top-10...

Florida-Georgia is as big as it gets

23 Oct 2018

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Florida vs Georgia is always big for the two schools and their fan bases. In 2018, the game is big for the national rankings. The Gators come to Jacks...

The 2018 Gator Panel - Mid-season Review

18 Oct 2018

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The 2018 Gator Panel gets back together to review the first half of the 2018 season. The Gators sit at 6-1 and the panel will take a look back to see ...

Coaching is key in quick turnaround

16 Oct 2018

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After beating Vanderbilt, the Gators sit at a surprising 6-1. There have been some big wins along the way and now a chance to catch their breath durin...

Florida rallies for 37-27 victory over Vanderbilt

14 Oct 2018

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It wasn't pretty early on, but the Gators eventually found their way on the way to a 37-27 come from behind victory over Vanderbilt. David Waters give...

Peter Burns from the SEC Network - Vanderbilt game preview

11 Oct 2018

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After a few big wins, the Gators are starting to get national attention as a contender in the SEC East. SEC Network's. Peter Burns, shares his thought...

Energy building around Florida

09 Oct 2018

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After a few big wins, the Gators have some momentum going into the mid-point of the season. Gator Nation is excited as Dan Mullen and the Gators are m...

Florida Defeats LSU 27-19

07 Oct 2018

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Florida makes its biggest statement of the 2018 season with a 27-19 victory over fifth ranked LSU. David Waters shares his initial reaction to the Gat...

LSU Game Preview

04 Oct 2018

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The undefeated, fifth ranked LSU Tigers travel to The Swamp to take on Gators in one of the biggest games in quite some time for Florida. Gators Break...

Florida headed in right direction under Mullen

02 Oct 2018

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After the big win over his old team, it's obvious the Gators are headed in the right direction under first-year coach Dan Mullen. Positive signs of pr...

Mullen, Florida get emotional win against Mississippi State 13-6

30 Sep 2018

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In what was a very emotional return for Florida head coach, Dan Mullen, the Gators come out of Starkville with a 13-6 victory. David Waters shares his...

Mississippi State Game Preview

27 Sep 2018

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The storyline is all to obvious for Florida's next opponent as Dan Mullen returns to face his former Mississippi State team. Is the familiarity an adv...

Florida finding their way as schedule gets tougher

25 Sep 2018

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Week by week, there are signs the Gators are getting better under Dan Mullen. Advantageous offense, pressuring defense, and difference-making special ...

Florida dismantles Tennessee 47-21

23 Sep 2018

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Dan Mullen comes up big in his first taste (as a head coach) of the Florida-Tennessee rivalry as the Gators force six turnovers on the way to a 47-21 ...

Tennessee Game Preview

20 Sep 2018

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Florida coach, Dan Mullen, is looking for his first SEC win as Florida head coach as the Gators travel to Knoxville to take on Tennessee. Mike Loveall...

Progress a must as Gators go on the road

18 Sep 2018

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Florida will travel to Tennessee for the first road contest of the 2018 season. The Gators have shown some progress so far in 2018, but it must contin...

Florida bounces back defeating Colorado State 48-10

16 Sep 2018

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A week after a disappointing loss, the Gators bounce back with a win over Colorado State, 48-10. All phases of the game were involved as special teams...

SEC Network's Cole Cubelic - Colorado State Preview

13 Sep 2018

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SEC Network's, Cole Cubelic, has been up close and personal with the Florida program the last two weeks and has seen a lot these first two games. What...