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UF football coach Jim McElwain walks out of the visitor's tunnel prior to Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Florida must adjust, adapt and survive despite suspensions to key players

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 24, 2015

This probably isn’t the start Jim McElwain envisioned.

UF quarterback Will Grier runs onto the field prior to Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky.

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A winner's mentality: Will Grier focused on leading UF

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 24, 2015

On Aug. 5, Will Grier walked into the Touchdown Terrace portion of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium carrying extra weight.

Coach Roland Thornqvist said his team will try to learn from its mistakes after Florida fell to Vanderbilt in Sunday's SEC Tournament championship game. “We can start from zero in our preparations," he said.

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UF men’s tennis opens season; women head to Las Vegas

By Madison Belfour | Sep. 23, 2015

Life is all about tests, and this weekend the Gators have their first exam.

UF forward Savannah Jordan shoots during Florida's 2-1 loss to Texas A&M on Sept. 10, 2015, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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Making the most of her chances: Savannah Jordan reaching new heights in UF soccer career

By Ryan Summers | Sep. 23, 2015

It took just 56 games for Savannah Jordan to make Florida history.

UF quarterback Treon Harris (3) watches on from the sidelines during Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky

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UF football players Treon Harris, Jalen Tabor suspended for Saturday's Tennessee game

By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 23, 2015

Florida football coach Jim McElwain announced Wednesday that sophomore quarterback Treon Harris and sophomore cornerback Jalen Tabor will miss Saturday’s game against Tennessee due to a violation of team rules.

UF offensive lineman Cam Dillard prepares to snap the football during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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The development of Florida’s inexperienced offensive line is key to success

By Luis Torres | Sep. 23, 2015

Florida is off to a 3-0 start this year and while there is some optimism around the program, there’s one glaring weakness that stands out above the rest: The play of the offensive line.

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Freshman finishes 3rd in Tennessee Tourney

By Matt Brannon | Sep. 22, 2015

With only seven holes left in the Mercedes-Benz Collegiate Championships, freshman Sam Wagner was on track to take first place in just the second tournament of her college golf career.

Under coach Gregg Troy (above), Florida returns 11 All-Americans this season on the men’s team and two-time Olympian Elizabeth Beisel to the women.

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Freshmen impressing for Florida swimming and diving

By Lauren Staff | Sep. 22, 2015

The Gators were right at home at the top of the leaderboard last weekend.

Tennessee head coach Butch Jones yells to his players during warmups before an NCAA college football game against Western Carolina, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, in Knoxville, Tenn.

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Scouting the Tennessee Volunteers

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 22, 2015

Florida is looking to go 4-0 for the first time since 2012 when they face Tennessee on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. in The Swamp.

Ryan Orr swings during Day 1 of the SunTrust Gator Invitational on Feb. 14, 2015, at the Mark Bostick Golf Course.

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UF men’s golf counting on freshmen to lead

By Matt Brannon | Sep. 22, 2015

JC Deacon has a deep roster, and he’s not afraid to use it.

In this photo taken Sept. 20, 2015, Washington Redskins running back Matt Jones (31) dives for extra yardage after breaking a tackle by St. Louis Rams outside linebacker Alec Ogletree (52) during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md.

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Matt Jones scores two touchdowns; Jelani Jenkins leads Miami

By IAN COHEN | Sep. 22, 2015

The alligatorSports’ Gators in the NFL series continues after Week 2, where the highlights include interceptions, sacks, a fumble recovery and a pair of Gators leading the Washington Redskins to a win over the St. Louis Rams.

UF wide receiver Antonio Callaway celebrates with teammates after Demarcus Robinson scores a touchdown during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Freshman wide receiver making an early impact for Gators

By Luis Torres | Sep. 22, 2015

In the short time he’s been at Florida, freshman wide receiver Antonio Callaway has built a reputation as a big-play threat.

UF coach Kevin O'Sullivan watches from outside the dugout during the Gators' 9-7 loss to Southern Miss. in game one of NCAA Super Regional play in McKethan stadium Saturday, June 6, 2009. O'Sullivan and the Gators were eliminated from the 2014 NCAA Tournament in the regional round on Saturday.

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Florida baseball brings in No. 1 recruiting class

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 22, 2015

For the third time in UF coach Kevin O’Sullivan’s nine-year tenure, the Florida baseball team hauled in the nation’s top recruiting class.

Sophomore Karolina Vlckova high fives coach Emily Glaser during the final round of the 2015 SunTrust Gator Invitational on March 8.

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Freshman thrives in UF’s first two rounds

By Matt Brannon | Sep. 21, 2015

When freshman Sam Wagner joined the women’s golf team, head coach Emily Glaser probably figured it would take her a couple tournaments to get in rhythm.

UF outside hitter Carli Snyder swings for a kill attempt during Florida's 3-1 win on Sept. 20, 2015, in the O'Connell Center.

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Florida volleyball crediting early success to team’s depth

By Patrick Pinak | Sep. 21, 2015

You wouldn’t believe the depth Florida’s volleyball team has.

UF soccer coach Becky Burleigh talks with her team following Florida's 2-1 loss to Texas A&M on Sept. 10, 2015, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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Florida soccer team learning to trust each other

By Kyle Brutman | Sep. 21, 2015

Trust can not be taught nor can it be coached.

UF's Austin Hardin connects on an extra-point attempt during Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky

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Notebook: Senior anchoring defensive line for UF

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 21, 2015

After choosing to come back for his senior season, defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard is making his presence felt both in the trenches and off the field for Florida.

UF quarterback Will Grier drops back to pass during Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky

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Still no starter: Quarterback position remains under review

By Luis Torres | Sep. 21, 2015

Will Grier had a chance to solidify himself as Florida's starting quarterback for the rest of the season against Kentucky.

UF linebacker Jarrad Davis (40) and defensive lineman Bryan Cox Jr. record a tackle during Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Grading the Gators: Evaluating the team’s progress through three games

By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 21, 2015

After three games, the Gators are undefeated and looking to continue the winning streak against Tennessee on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. With the season a quarter of the way finished, here’s how each unit ranks following the first Southeastern Conference game of the season.

UF setter Mackenzie Dagostino (6) sets the ball for middle blocker Simone Antwi (16) during Florida's 3-1 win on Sept. 20, 2015, in the O'Connell Center.

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Florida volleyball rallies to defeat Florida State

By Brian Lee | Sep. 20, 2015

Florida was aware Sunday’s game against Florida State was more meaningful than most, and it wasn’t hard to tell.