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Inside Florida's 2025 Top-15 Recruiting Class: Breaking Down Napier's 23 Signees

Inside Florida’s 2025 Top-15 Recruiting Class: Breaking Down Napier’s 23 Signees

David Waters breaks down Florida’s 2025 recruiting class with 23 players, ranking 11th nationally and 8th in the SEC.

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Vernell Brown III Talks Florida Gators Late-Season Surge and Recruiting Momentum⁠

Join David Waters on this episode of Gators Breakdown as he sits down with elite wide receiver prospect and Florida Gators commit Vernell Brown III.

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LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! Join David Waters on this episode of Gators Breakdown as he breaks down Florida's 2025 recruiting class, ranking 11th nationally and 8th in the SEC. Get an in-depth analysis of the Gators' 23 signees, including one five-star and 14 four-star recruits, featuring standout WR Vernell Brown III and an elite defensive back trio. Waters explores Coach Napier's player insights, and how this class positions Florida for future success despite some last-minute signing day drama. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5657704362147840
Inside Florida's Top-15 Recruiting Class: Breaking Down Napier's 23 Signees
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! Join David Waters on this episode of Gators Breakdown as he sits down with elite wide receiver prospect and Florida Gators commit Vernell Brown III. In this episode, they discuss Jones High School's pursuit of their first state championship, the Gators' impressive late-season surge with three straight wins, and the recent wave of commitments including fellow South Florida Express teammates QB Tramell Jones and RB Byron Louis. Brown III also shares his thoughts on future teammate DJ Lagway's performance as a true freshman quarterback. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD
Vernell Brown III Talks Florida Gators Late-Season Surge and Recruiting Momentum⁠
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! In this episode of Gators Breakdown with David Waters and Will Miles, we discuss the major recruiting win for Florida as four-star safety Hylton "Drake" Stubbs flips his commitment from Miami to the Gators. We break down Stubbs' impressive stats, including his 286 career tackles and 12 interceptions, and analyze what makes him special according to his high school coach - from his exceptional range to his passionate approach to practice. We'll also dive into how Florida's late-season momentum under Coach Napier played a crucial role in Stubbs' decision to join what he calls "something special" being built in Gainesville. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD Billy Napier Photo - Alex Shepherd Photography Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5657704362147840
Momentum EXPLODES: Hylton Stubbs Flips from Miami to Florida | Gators ‘Building Something Special’
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters covers Florida's latest football news, highlighting the team's recruiting momentum with Joseph Mbatchou's commitment switch from Texas to Florida. He also discusses recent transfer portal updates, as defensive lineman Justus Boone and wide receiver Andy Jean will enter the transfer portal. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5657704362147840
ANOTHER FLIP! Joseph Mbatchou flips to Florida from Texas | Boone and Jean to enter portal
LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE! In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters analyzes why this 6'4", 295-pound offensive tackle is a game-changing addition for the Gators' 2025 class. From his basketball background to his SEC-ready physicality, discover what makes Dice one of the most polished OT prospects in the country. Plus, get expert scouting insights on his exceptional agility, powerful blocking technique, and why he's projected as a future NFL prospect. Don't miss our detailed analysis of this major recruiting flip! #GoGators #CollegeFootball #RecruitingNews #billynapier
RECRUITING STAYS HOT: Elite 4-star OT Tavaris Dice Flips from Auburn to Florida!
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters recaps Florida's 31-11 victory over Florida State. The Gators' defense dominated up front and forced a season-high in turnovers, while the offense—despite a sloppy performance—prevailed with two touchdown passes from DJ Lagway. David also discusses offensive tackle Tavaris Dice's decision to flip his commitment from Auburn to Florida. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD Photo - UF UAA Communications Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5657704362147840
Florida controls FSU in 31-11 win | OT Tavaris Dice flips from Auburn
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters details the commitment of EDGE Jayden Woods. The four-star recruit from Shawnee, Kansas, who stands at 6-foot-3 and 240 pounds, flips from Penn State, where he had been committed since June. Woods ranks as the 130th overall player in the country and the 10th ranked EDGE on the 247 Sports Composite. The On3 Industry Rankings place him slightly higher at 116th overall and 14th edge player in the country. Florida plans to use him in the JACK linebacker position. Following his visit to Florida during the Ole Miss game last weekend, he committed a week later. His impressive offer list includes Michigan, Alabama, Oregon, LSU, Miami, Notre Dame, Tennessee, Stanford, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, Washington, Arkansas, and Mississippi State. This past season, Woods accumulated 90 total tackles in 11 games, including five tackles for loss. He also recorded five-and-a-half sacks, six QB hurries, one interception, and two forced fumbles. In 2023, as a junior, he tallied 71 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 7 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 8 pass deflections. He helped Mill Valley finish 11-2 and secure their fifth consecutive Kansas 5A state title. In 2022, he contributed to Mill Valley's 12-1 record and Kansas 5A state championship with 51 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss, 6 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 12 QB hurries. This latest flip gives the Gators their 20th commit and elevates Florida to 15th in the 247 Sports Composite Rankings. The class now consists of one five-star, ten four-star, and nine three-star recruits. Woods ranks as the third-highest recruit in the class, behind only Vernell Brown III and Ben Hanks Jr. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5657704362147840
RECRUITING ON FIRE: Florida Gators Flip 4-Star Top EDGE Jayden Woods from Penn State
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! In this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters breaks down the upcoming Florida vs FSU rivalry game, where both teams feature freshman quarterbacks DJ Lagway and Luke Kromenhoek going head-to-head. Dave analyzes FSU's struggling offense, which has failed to reach 300 yards against FBS opponents this season, and discusses Florida's defensive keys to victory. The show also covers exciting recruiting news as 4-star running back Byron Louis flips his commitment from FSU to Florida. Louis, from Fort Lauderdale's American Heritage, becomes the third Seminole commit to flip to the Gators recently. The episode wraps up with "Focus on the Gators with Alex Shepherd" examining the importance of closing out the season strong. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD
Florida Looks to Dominate Struggling FSU in Finale | Gators Flip 4-Star RB Byron Louis from Noles
LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE! Join David Waters and Will Miles for an exciting episode as they break down the Florida Gators' momentum heading into their rivalry matchup against Florida State. Coach Billy Napier and his team are turning the page after the big win over Ole Miss and preparing for this crucial game, with FSU having won the last two meetings. Plus, we've got breaking recruiting news as the Gators land three major flips! Headlining the group is four-star linebacker Ty Jackson from Loxahatchee, FL, who flips from USC. Jackson, ranked as ESPN's top linebacker in the country, brings impressive stats including 135 tackles as a junior. We also discuss WR Muizz Tounkara's flip from Arizona and OL Jahari Medlock's commitment, bringing Florida's 2025 class to 18 commits and ranking 18th nationally. #FloridaGators #CollegeFootball #BillyNapier #GatorsBreakdown JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com You can be the difference! For the first time ever, YOU can directly impact the outcome on the field by joining Florida Victorious! Want to help the Gators win? Want a better game day experience? Just like when you pack The Swamp, your unwavering support through Florida Victorious empowers the Gators to be their best! Join today and be the difference in making the orange and blue victorious. Visit https://floridavictorious.com/join-now/ and SAVE 20% on your first month using promo code: GATORSBD Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5657704362147840
FLORIDA GATORS BUILDING MOMENTUM: Shifting focus to FSU | Land three flips headlined by Ty Jackson
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