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Feleipe Franks threw for 117 passing yards and recorded three total touchdowns in UF's Orange and Blue Game on Saturday.

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Gators put on a show for fans at Orange and Blue Game

By Benjamin Brandt | Apr. 15, 2018

The Florida football team filled Ben Hill Griffin Stadium with fun on Saturday afternoon.

Florida tight end C'yontai Lewis overcame everything from his mother getting run over by two trucks to his father being sentenced to life in prison to him being ruled ineligible to play high school football.

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AGAINST ALL ODDS: C’yontai Lewis overcame misfortunes in journey to joining Florida Gators

By Dylan Dixon | Apr. 13, 2018

Sophomore Marco Wilson led the Gators with 10 pass breakups last season.

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Wilson motivated to elevate defense to new level

By Benjamin Brandt | Apr. 12, 2018

Marco Wilson has escaped the pressure of rising expectations. No matter what the headlines read as he and fellow Florida cornerback C.J. Henderson continue to garner offseason attention, Wilson’s plans are much greater.

Florida quarterback Feleipe Franks is locked in another preseason battle with Kyle Trask for the starting job. Franks threw three interceptions in UF's first spring scrimmage while Trask threw three touchdowns.

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From Lamborghini's to QBs, it's all the same to Mullen

By Benjamin Brandt | Apr. 10, 2018

According to Dan Mullen, playing quarterback is a bit like driving a sports car. Despite the promise of power, it’s often wise to heed the warnings of speed limits and stop signs.

Quarterback Feleipe Franks and the Gators will play in the Orange and Blue game this Saturday.

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Last week of spring practice approaches for UF with Orange and Blue Game set for Saturday

By Andrew Huang | Apr. 10, 2018

First-year coach Dan Mullen wants to break records at Florida, starting with the annual Orange and Blue Game this Saturday.

Florida defensive lineman Keivonnis Davis did not play in 2017 following an indefinite suspension from then-head coach Jim McElwain.

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Player involved in credit card scandal violates pre-trial intervention terms

By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 8, 2018

Florida defensive lineman Keivonnis Davis’ status with UF’s football team remains unclear after he violated three parts of his pre-trial intervention agreement for his alleged involvement in a 2017 credit card scandal.

Cornerback Marco Wilson is expected to play a big role in Florida's defense this season after recording 34 total tackles as a freshman in 2017.

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Youthful Florida secondary getting its feet wet during spring practice

By Andrew Huang | Apr. 5, 2018

The Florida Gators secondary, which has produced five NFL draft picks in the last two seasons, takes pride in the moniker the school has received in recent years: Defensive Back University.

Tight end C'yontai Lewis caught seven passes for 42 yards and a touchdown last season for the Gators.

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Scott happy with progression of Lewis and Stephens, wants to see more from Gamble

By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 5, 2018

Florida tight ends coach Larry Scott hasn’t been pleased with his unit so far this spring.

UF head coach Dan Mullen shared his team weapons policy at UF Media Day on Thursday. "I have a no-weapons policy, but it’s not like you’re not allowed to have a gun," he said.

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What the hell does “Herky-Jerky” mean?

By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 5, 2018

I’ve heard my fair share of what I like to call “coach speak” over the past couple of years covering UF sports.

Running back Adaius Lemons broke off several long runs in Florida's scrimmage on Friday.

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Mullen reflects on Friday's ‘herky-jerky’ scrimmage

By Benjamin Brandt | Apr. 3, 2018

Dan Mullen takes delight in the details.

Former UF kicker Eddy Pineiro was one of 18 players who participated in Florida's pro day on Wednesday.

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Spring Camp Roundup: Week 3

By Andrew Huang | Apr. 1, 2018

Week 3 of spring practices saw a couple new developments for Florida’s football team.

Quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson hasn't been shy about his thoughts on Feleipe Franks. “We give (Franks) a lot of responsibility,” Johnson said.

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‘From the class to the grass:’ Florida QB impresses coaches

By Benjamin Brandt | Mar. 29, 2018

He did it last season in front of almost 90,000 fans, sending Ben Hill Griffin Stadium into a frenzy as he hurled a game-winning 63-yard touchdown to beat Tennessee.

Florida defensive lineman Taven Bryan gets instruction from Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Marinelli during UF's pro day on Wednesday.

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Bryan impresses at Pro Day, Elam and Callaway fight for second chance

By Jake Dreilinger | Mar. 28, 2018

After the 40-yard dashes and shuttle runs were over, all eyes turned to the south end zone of Florida’s Indoor Practice Facility where UF defensive lineman Taven Bryan stood with Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli.

Marcell Harris celebrates during Florida's 38-28 loss against Tennessee on Sept. 24, 2016, at Neyland Stadium.

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Former UF players hoping to impress NFL teams at pro day

By Andrew Huang | Mar. 27, 2018

Eighteen former Florida football players will have the chance to impress NFL scouts this morning at UF’s annual pro day.

Sophomore running back Adarius Lemons was one of several players subjected to a heavy workload during Florida's practice on Tuesday.

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Mullen preaches accountability in early spring practices

By Benjamin Brandt | Mar. 22, 2018

Armored in their bulky pads, Florida’s football players ran sideline to sideline at the Sanders Practice Field on Tuesday afternoon. One of the bodies charging across the grass wasn’t wearing a helmet, however.

Coach Dan Mullen announced another practice open to the public this Saturday via Twitter.

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UF’s quarterback competition revving up, spread offense installments in the works

By Andrew Huang | Mar. 22, 2018

There is open admission to Florida’s annual Orange and Blue Game on April 14. Fans will have a chance to see UF’s new-look football team showcase itself at the end of spring practices.

Coach Dan Mullen and the Gators will hold open practices on Friday and Saturday afternoon.

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Three Gators football questions that merit answers entering spring practice

By Ethan Bauer | Mar. 16, 2018

Dan Mullen knows expectations are high.

Florida quarterback Feleipe Franks is looking to move on from a disappointing 2017 campaign.

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Franks ready for a fresh start in 2018

By Dylan Dixon | Mar. 14, 2018

For Feleipe Franks, the start of spring football practice this week brings one thing to the forefront of his mind.

Dan Mullen added six more recruits Wednesday to round out his first signing class as the Gators' head coach. “I’m excited about the athleticism that we’ve brought in today and the flexibility those guys have,” he said.

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National Signing Day Recap: UF adds six recruits to roster on Wednesday, bringing freshman class total to 19 players

By Jake Dreilinger | Feb. 7, 2018

After adding 13 players to it’s roster on Dec. 20 during the first ever early signing period, Florida football coach Dan Mullen tacked on six more recruits to his 2018 signing class on Wednesday.

First-year Florida football coach Dan Mullen is looking to round out UF's 2018 freshman class on Wednesday during National Signing Day.

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Florida Gators Football 2018 National Signing Day Blog

Feb. 7, 2018

After adding 13 players to its roster on Dec. 20 during the early signing period, Florida’s football team is looking to round out its 2018 freshman class on Wednesday.