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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.


UF head coach Billy Napier and the Gators prepare to enter Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Florida's 24-15 loss to the Florida State Seminoles on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.
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Florida adds legacy commit, four-star cornerback Ben Hanks Jr.

The Florida Gators football team climbed the 2025 recruiting rankings after earning a commitment from four-star cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. The 6-foot-1 lengthy defensive back is the son of former Gator linebacker Ben Hanks Sr. and will seek to carry out his father’s legacy in Gainesville.



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