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Friday, September 12, 2025

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The Gators football team prepares to run out of the tunnel before their 22-7 win against the Charlotte 49ers on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
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Position profile: Florida linebackers

After missing the last four games of the season due to injury, junior linebacker Shemar James is primed to be leader for the Gators’ youthful position group. A deeper look into Florida’s linebackers this season.


Running back Montrell Johnson Jr. is lifted up in celebration by offensive lineman Austin Barber after a Florida touchdown against LSU Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.
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Position profile: Running backs

With senior running back Montrell Johnson Jr.’s status for Florida’s game against Miami in jeopardy, it creates a chance for one of UF’s other running backs to step up in a big way.Some key players to watch that could have a breakout start to 2024.



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