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Florida and Georgia announced an agreement to play at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Florida, through 2025 Wednesday, May 24, 2023.

Florida-Georgia announces rivalry game will remain in Jacksonville through 2025

By Alyssa Britton-Harr | May 24

The two schools agreed Wednesday to extend the neutral-site format in Jacksonville through 2024-2025.

A Florida football player during the Gators' game against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022.

Florida International transfer Lyndell Hudson Jr. commits to Gators

By Brandon Hernandez | May 13

Florida linebacker Amari Burney catches a ball during Florida's 2023 Pro Day Thursday, March 30, 2023.

Amari Burney joins Raiders as sixth round pick

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 29

Florida receiver Justin Shorter catches a 51-yard touchdown in the Gators' 45-35 loss to the Louisiana State Tigers Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.

Justin Shorter becomes second Gator drafted by Bills in 2023 NFL Draft

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 29

Florida linebacker Ventrell Miller dives for a tackle during the Gators’ loss to the Georgia Bulldogs Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022.

Ventrell Miller stays in Florida, drafted by Jaguars

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 29

Florida guard O'Cyrus Torrence (left) blocks Gervon Dexter Sr. (right) in Tallahassee, Florida, for the Gators' game against the No. 16 Florida State Seminoles Friday, Nov. 25, 2022.

O’Cyrus Torrence selected by Bills in second round of 2023 NFL Draft

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 28

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Gervon Dexter Sr. participates in defensive line drills at the Gators Pro Day Thursday, March 30, 2023.

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Gervon Dexter Sr. drafted 53rd overall by Bears

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 28

Gervon Dexter Sr. joins Anthony Richardson as the next Gator to get drafted in the 2023 National Football League Draft.

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson throws the ball during the Gators' 31-28 win over the South Florida Bulls Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.

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Anthony Richardson drafted by Colts with fourth overall pick in 2023 NFL Draft

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 27

Richardson was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the fourth pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Florida receiver Xzavier Henderson catches a punt during the Gators' Orange and Blue Game Thursday, April 13, 2023.

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Florida receiver Xzavier Henderson to enter transfer portal

By Topher Adams | Apr. 22

Florida junior wide receiver Xzavier Henderson plans to enter the transfer portal, according to reports from Swamp247.

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Gators face most stubborn opponent yet: rising temperatures

By Jackson Reyes | Apr. 17

Projections show the number of days over 95 degrees per year could reach 40 to 50 days as soon as the 2030s, according to The Climate Explorer, an interactive toolkit managed by NOAA. The heat serves as an advantage on the field for the Gators, but health risks could soon outweigh the draw of The Swamp.

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UF University Athletic Association pushes for greener buildings

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 17

The Heavener became the first athletic facility in the U.S. to receive a platinum level certification in 2009. Now, the new complex — the James W. “Bill” Heavener Football Training Center — is only anticipating a LEED Gold certification, assistant athletic director of facilities Bill Smith said.

UF's freshmen and transfer portal signees made their debut in the Gators' Spring game.

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Gators showcase development in Orange and Blue Game

By Topher Adams | Apr. 13

The Florida Gators played their annual Orange and Blue Spring scrimmage Thursday night at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Team Orange defeated Team Blue 10-7 with a field goal on the final play of the game.

Florida Gators alternate white football helmet.

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Gators land commitment of No. 2-ranked safety in nation

By Jackson Reyes | Apr. 13

The Gators secured the commitment of the No. 2-ranked safety in the nation, Xavier Filsaime, during halftime of Florida’s 2023 Spring game.

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson throws the ball during the Gators' 26-16 loss to the Kentucky Wildcats Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.

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Richardson shines at Gators Pro Day as 2023 NFL Draft approaches

By Kyle Bumpers | Apr. 4

Outside of trying to throw the ball through the roof, Richardson worked to showcase his arm at the Gators’ Pro Day Thursday. He decided to only throw less than a month removed from his show-stopping performance at the 2023 National Football League Combine.

Former Gators offensive guard O'Cyrus Torrence receives his All-American brick alongside UF assistant coaches Darnell Stapleton and Rob Sale, and head coach Billy Napier on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

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O’Cyrus Torrence receives All-American Brick

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 29

Torrence earned the honor after he became the first offensive guard in UF history to be named a Consensus All-American.

Redshirt junior quarterback Graham Mertz prepares to snap the ball in a Spring scrimmage Tuesday, March 28, 2023.

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Transfer quarterback Graham Mertz details decision to join Gators

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 29

Redshirt junior quarterback Graham Mertz spent four seasons with the Wisconsin Badgers before entering the transfer portal and joining the Florida Gators. Mertz detailed his journey to Florida, his new number and how he has adjusted to the new offense.

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Gators offensive lineman Mazzccua suffers setback

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 28

Gators junior offensive guard Micah Mazzccua will miss an undisclosed period of time after he received surgery for an injury uncovered after an MRI.

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson holds the ball while turning to the running back in the Gators' loss to the Kentucky Wildcats Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.

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Richardson headlines Gators at 2023 NFL Combine

By Kyle Bumpers | Mar. 8

Nine Gators, including Richardson, traveled to Indianapolis to participate in the combine. Seven Florida football players took part in the physical testing, while linebacker Ventrell Miller and offensive tackle Richard Gouraige sat out due to injury.

Florida defensive lineman Zachary Carter hypes up the crowd during Florida's 31-29 loss to No. 1 Alabama on Sept. 18. Carter was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals Friday in the third round of the NFL Draft.

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Catching up with Zachary Carter

By Jackson Reyes | Mar. 6

Assistant Sports Editor Jackson Reyes sits down with former Florida defensive tackle Zachary Carter.

A Florida football helmet, pictured during a game against Florida Atlantic on Sept. 4, 2021.

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Austin Armstrong replacing Patrick Toney as defensive play-caller

By Kyle Bumpers | Feb. 22

UF head football coach Billy Napier is bringing in Alabama inside linebackers coach Austin Armstrong to replace former defensive coordinator Patrick Toney, Matt Zenitz reported on Twitter.