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Elite QB Austin Simmons commits to the Florida Gators

The Florida Gators may have secured another top quarterback with the recent commitment of Austin Simmons. However, there is some uncertainty regarding which recruiting class he will ultimately end up in.Join David Waters as he breaks down the commitment.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus:...

Billy Napier adjusting offense to new Florida Gators QBs

With the departure of Anthony Richardson at quarterback, the Florida Gators quarterback battle will produce a different style of signal-caller for the 2023 season.On Billy Napier’s Spring Speaking Tour with the Clay County Gators, David Waters asked Napier about the changes in the offense due to the QBs and more.JOIN...

Expectations are higher for the defensive front of the Florida Gators

This episode of Gators Breakdown features insights from Florida Gators defensive front coaches Sean Spencer and Mike Peterson, as well as players Chris McClellan and Princeley Umanmielen. They discuss how expectations for the defense are rising, particularly on the front.Additionally, David Waters explores the structural...

Safety Josiah Davis commits to the Florida Gators

The Florida Gators pick up their fifth commitment of the 2024 class with safety Josiah Davis pledging to the orange and blue.David Waters dives into Davis' commitment.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxjaGet Gators...

Billy Gonzalez returning as Florida Gators WR coach

A familiar face will be on the sidelines in 2023 as Billy Napier hires Billy Gonzalez as the wide receivers coach replacing the departed Keary Colbert.David Waters chats with Gators Breakdown Plus members for their reactions as Gonzalez makes his return to Gainesville.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus:...

Leadership is the next step for outstanding Florida Gators RB duo

In the world of college football, every season is a fresh start for teams and players to improve upon their past performances. This year, the Florida Gators are no exception. With running backs Montrell Johnson and Trevor Etienne returning, leadership is now the focus of the dynamic duo.On this episode of Gators...

First look at the 2023 Florida Gators as spring practice get underway

The Florida Gators have begun their spring practice and have taken the field for the first time in 2023. David Waters discusses the roster update for the 2023 squad, as some players find themselves in new positions. In addition, Billy Napier shares his thoughts on starting practice without a couple of position coaches and...

Florida Gators 2023 Spring Football Preview

The Florida Gators football team began their second spring practice under head coach Billy Napier this week. With new players and coaching staff, there are many storylines and position battles to watch this spring.David Waters is joined by Read and Reaction’s Will Miles and Nick Knudsen to preview spring football.JOIN...

Florida Gators WR Coach Keary Colbert heading to the NFL

The Florida Gators continue to experience coaching turnover, as another coach is leaving for the NFL. Keary Colbert, the Gators' WR coach, will be taking the same position with the Denver Broncos.David Waters reacts to this news on this episode of Gators Breakdown.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus:...

Patrick Toney leaving the Florida Gators | Austin Armstrong next DC

Florida Gators co-DC Patrick Toney will be taking a job with the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals. According to reports, Toney will be accepting a role as a defensive assistant and that Billy Napier already has his guy in Alabama defensive assistant Austin Armstrong.David Waters reacts to this news on this episode of Gators...

Defensive targets for the Florida Gators Class of 2024

The Florida Gators are off to a great start to the recruiting class of 2024. Four recruits have already pledged to the orange and blue and there are plenty of interested prospects to make this Billy Napier’s best class yet.David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to break down targets for the defensive...

Top offensive targets for the Florida Gators Class of 2024

The Florida Gators are off to a great start to the recruiting class of 2024. Four recruits have already pledged to the orange and blue and there are plenty of interested prospects to make this Billy Napier’s best class yet.David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to break down targets for the offensive...

How does the Texas and Oklahoma move affect the Florida Gators and the SEC?

Texas and Oklahoma were originally supposed to join the SEC in 2025, but that has now been sped up to 2024.David Waters takes a look at how that affects Florida and the SEC.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxjaGet Gators...

Get to know Florida Gators QB commit DJ Lagway

The Class of 2024 takes center stage now for the Florida Gators headlined by five star quarterback DJ Lagway.David Waters and Will Miles are joined by Lagway as he discusses his journey so far and what’s ahead for the elite signal-caller.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/Get Florida...

Florida Gators 2023 class is in the books. How does it compare?

The Florida Gators' Class of 2023 is now officially in the books as far as high school recruits go.David Waters and Will Miles discuss what Florida head coach Billy Napier had to say about the class and recent transfer additions. They also compare Napier's first two classes to past classes.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus:...

LB Adarius Hayes continues the great start for Florida Gators 2024 class

The Florida Gators Class of 2024 adds another four star prospect as LB Adarius Hayes commits to the orange and blue.David Waters breaks down Hayes and the Class of 2024 so far.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.comQuestions or...

Reviewing the Florida Gators 2023 transfer portal additions

After the Florida Gators had a mass exodus of transfers out of the program, getting quality depth was a must in the first transfer portal window.David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) break down the ten incoming transfers the Gators acquired.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus:...

Analyzing Florida Gators QB Graham Mertz | Rashada saga ending

After Anthony Richardson declared for the NFL Draft, it was no surprise the Gators needed to hit the transfer portal for a quarterback. It probably did come as a surprise that the QB was Wisconsin transfer Graham Mertz.David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) are joined by Seth Varnadore (Varnadore Films) to break...

My take on Jaden Rashada and the Florida Gators

David Waters dives into the Jaden Rashada and Florida Gators saga.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.comQuestions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Early look at the 2023 Florida Gators | Micah Mazzccua transfers to UF

The 2022 football season comes to a close with the rival Georgia Bulldogs winning back-to-back National Championships. With that, the page turns to the 2023 season and one that doesn’t look too promising for the Florida Gators.David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to give an early look at the 2023...

Big need offensive tackle Caden Jones commits to the Florida Gators

The Florida Gators have a huge need for offensive linemen and was able to secure a commitment from three star offensive tackle Caden Jones.David Waters details Jones’ pledge to Florida for the Class of 2023.JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/Get Gators Breakdown merch:...

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