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Dallas Wilson dodges a tackler during the Gators' Orange and Blue game on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. / UAA Communications

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Dallas Wilson sidelined during training camp with lower leg injury

By Luke Adragna | Aug. 6

Gators incoming freshman Dallas Wilson suffered a lower leg injury during Florida's fall training camp.

A closer look at Florida’s quarterback room: Evaluating the competition for the backup role behind DJ Lagway.

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DJ Lagway’s right-hand man: Previewing Florida’s backup quarterback options

By Luke Adragna | Aug. 5

Florida's backup quarterbacks continue to battle it out throughout fall camp to fight for the No. 2 spot behind uncontested starter DJ Lagway.

UF gators football spring game on Saturday, April 12th, 2025.

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Gators recharged: Florida football makes strides after 8-5 season

By Curan Ahern | Aug. 5

With fall camp beginning and the upcoming season on the horizon, Florida football is optimistic about its offseason improvement. Following a strong finish to the 2024 season, the Gators entered the weight room with a competitive focus heading into the 2025 season.

DJ Lagway (2) throws the ball during the first quarter against the Lousiana State Tigers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

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DJ Lagway named to Walter Camp Award watch list

By Luke Adragna | Aug. 4

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway continues to garner preseason praise and was named to another award list Monday.

UF football spring game on Saturday, April 12th, 2025.

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Gator football excited throughout camp, optimistic for season

By Curan Ahern | Aug. 1

Florida football is showing signs of optimism midway through fall training camp.

Sophomore Trey Smack warms up before the Gators' game against the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.

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Trey Smack named to Lou Groza Award preseason watch list

By Ava DiCecca | Aug. 1

Florida kicker Trey Smack was named to a preseason award watch list Friday.

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Florida redshirt senior offensive lineman Devon Manuel arrested

By Max Bernstein | July 31

Florida football redshirt senior offensive lineman Devon Manuel was arrested July 18 on charges of driving under the influence and possession of a concealed weapon.

Gators volleyball coach Mary Wise shouts from the sideline

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Former Florida women’s volleyball coach transitions to ESPN analyst

By Ava DiCecca | July 31

Former Florida legendary volleyball coach Mary Wise was hired by ESPN shortly after retiring in February.

Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs the ball during the first half at Steve Spurrier-Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, October 05, 2024.

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Jadan Baugh earns nod on Paul Hornung Award watch list

By Luke Adragna | July 31

Florida running back Jadan Baugh was named to a prestigious award watch list.

Anya Pilgrim celebrates her uneven parallel bars performance during the 2024 NCAA Gymnastics Gainesville Regionals Second Round on Friday, April 5. Photo by Ryan Friedenberg

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Florida Gymnastics elevates associate head coach Owen Field to general manager

By Curan Ahern | July 31

Florida gymnastics elevated associate head coach Owen Field to general manager.

Grant Holloway, a former UF track star, was expected to compete in the Summer Olympics in Tokyo.

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From Gainesville to Eugene: Gators past and present ready for battle at USATF Championships

By Paul Hof-Mahoney | July 30

Nineteen Gators and Gainesville-based athletes will compete in Oregon at the 2025 USATF Championships.

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DJ Lagway ruled "day-to-day" to start fall camp

By Jeffrey Serber | July 29

Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway is "day-to-day" with a lower-body injury, UF head coach Billy Napier said July 29.

Gator quarterback DJ Lagway sings We Are the Boys with his teammates following Florida’s win against LSU on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.

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DJ Lagway embraces pressure, shoulders promising Florida football season

By Ava DiCecca | July 29

In the eyes of many fans, DJ Lagway’s first year at Florida was nothing short of spectacular. His success and exciting end to Florida’s 2024 season cemented the 19-year-old as the face of the team’s potential and put expectations for the Gators in conversation.

President Donald Trump speaks during the Florida Gators Men's Basketball team visit to the White House in Washington D.C., on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

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Donald Trump stamps new NIL executive order weeks after House settlement

By Luke Adragna | July 29

President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled Saving College Sports July 24, establishing new NIL regulations.

Florida Gators Football Head Coach Billy Napier watches his team practice ahead of their game against Mississippi State in Starkville, Mississippi, on Sept. 21, 2024.

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Florida football junior defensive back Dijon Johnson not to face charges

By Curan Ahern | July 28

The Florida State Attorney’s Office will not file charges against UF junior Dijon Johnson following his arrest on May 2.

UF Football Coach Billy Napier looks on as Quarterback DJ Lagway passes the ball during a spring practice session.

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DJ Lagway suffers a lower-body injury ahead of fall camp

By Jeffrey Serber | July 28

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway is dealing with an undisclosed injury as the Gators head into fall training camp.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) is seen postgame after defeating the Ole Miss Rebels by a score of 24-17 on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2024.

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Florida quarterback DJ Lagway named to Maxwell Award watch list

By Nicole Lopez | July 28

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway was named to the Maxwell Award watch list Monday, recognizing the most outstanding player in college football.

Florida starting pitcher Hurston Waldrep delivers a pitch during the Gators' 4-0 win against South Carolina Saturday, June 10, 2023.

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Former Gators pitcher Hurston Waldrep called up to the bigs

By Adrian Carmona | July 27

Former Florida product Hurston Waldrep earned his second MLB call-up Sunday afternoon.

The Florida lacrosse team added two transfers in as many days with the announced arrival of attacker Madison Rielly from Maryland.

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Florida lacrosse names Lindsay Epstein as assistant coach

By Nicole Lopez | July 25

Florida lacrosse announced Lindsay Epstein as an assistant coach. The Marietta, Georgia native comes to Florida after three seasons as an assistant coach at Fairfield University.

The UF baseball team stands at attention for the playing of the National Anthem at Condron Family Ballpark in March 2024.

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Six Gators, two signees selected in 2025 MLB Draft

By Adrian Carmona | July 22

Six Florida Gators were selected in the 2025 MLB draft, while two UF commits were also chosen, making it 116 Gator draft picks under head coach Kevin O’Sullivan.