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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) and head coach Billy Napier talk during warmups before a football game between the Louisiana State Tigers and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Sept. 13th, 2025, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, La.

Lagway struggles, tosses five interceptions in loss to Louisiana State

By Curan Ahern | Sep. 14

The Florida Gators (1-2) fell to the No. 3 LSU Tigers (3-0) after a five-interception performance by DJ Lagway.

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier during warmups before a football game between the South Florida Bulls and the Florida Gators on Sept. 6, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Florida vs. Louisiana State: Live updates

By Luke Adragna | Sep. 13

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) touches the gator at the end of Gatorwalk before a football game between the South Florida Bulls and the Florida Gators on Sept. 6, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Veteran-led Florida defense prepares for Heisman candidate Garrett Nussmeier

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 13

Florida Gators wide receiver TJ Abrams (4), wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3), quarterback DJ Lagway (2) and offensive lineman Jake Slaughter (66) link arms during the alma mater in front of the band and student section after a loss in a football game between the South Florida Bulls and the Florida Gators on Sept. 6, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Sweat, spit and sobs: Brendan Bett’s ejection draws response from Gators team leaders

By Curan Ahern | Sep. 8

People line up at the new Express Entry a new facial authentication system for faster access, to enter Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for the UF vs. LIU game on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025.

At Gator football games this season, your ticket could be your face

By Saugat Shrestha | Sep. 6

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier runs off the field after a loss in a football game between the South Florida Bulls and the Florida Gators on Sept. 6, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

History repeats itself as Florida falters during the Billy Napier era

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 8

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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws the ball in a football game between the Long Island Sharks and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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DJ Lagway speaks on recovery process following offseason

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 1

A college quarterback faces plenty of pressure heading into a season. But at just 20 years old, Heisman Trophy expectations and name, image and likeness deals ranging from the Jordan Brand to Chipotle takes the pressure to the next level.

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier during a football game between the Long Island Sharks and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida moves up to No. 13 in AP Top 25 Poll

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 2

The Florida Gators football team moved up in the AP Top 25 poll after defeating Long Island on Saturday. l

Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (8) makes a diving catch during a football game between the Long Island Sharks and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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Vernell Brown III’s one-handed catch stuns in season opener

By Curan Ahern | Sep. 2

A roar echoed across Gainesville as Ben Hill Griffin Stadium erupted in astonishment. Freshman receiver Vernell Brown III had just come down with the most improbable catch of the night, leaving spectators dazed.

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Florida falls out of AP Top 25 Poll

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 7

The Florida Gators football team fell outside the AP Top 25 rankings following an upset loss against South Florida.

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier talks to a referee during a football game between the South Florida Bulls and the Florida Gators on Sept. 6, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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‘Spot the ball’ (five yards back): Gators collapse to Bulls in penalty-ridden affair

By Luke Adragna | Sep. 6

Throughout the weeks leading up to the Gators’ season opener, head coach Billy Napier coined the phrase, “Spot the ball.” Florida spotted the ball several times on Saturday — 15 yards, 10 yards and five yards behind the line of scrimmage.

The Florida Gators face off against the USF Bulls at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida vs. South Florida: Live updates

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 6

The No. 13 Florida Gators (1-0) are set to face off against the South Florida Bulls (1-0). Florida is fresh off a 55-0 victory over Long Island, while South Florida defeated then-No. 25 Boise State 34-7 last week. Follow along for updates throughout the contest.

Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (8) and offensive lineman Knijeah Harris (77) celebrate a play during a football game between the Long Island Sharks and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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Gators look to put brakes on South Florida offense, Byrum Brown

By Riley Orovitz | Sep. 6

The Gators' defense will look to stop dual-threat Bulls quarterback Byrum Brown and South Florida's quick-tempo offense.

Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (17) runs with the ball during a football game between the Long Island Sharks and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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‘He's electrifying’: Tramell Jones Jr. earns backup QB spot following impressive debut

By Luke Adragna | Aug. 31

Gators fans caught a glimpse of the potential future behind DJ Lagway at the quarterback position against Long Island Saturday. Florida true freshman quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. entered the game in the second half and shined.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws the ball during a football game between the Long Island Sharks and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

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Lagway, Brown III shine while defense powers Florida in dominant 2025 opener

By Max Bernstein | Aug. 30

The Florida Gators dominated in their 2025 home opener against the Long Island Sharks. Numerous Florida freshmen contributed in the blowout victory.

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Florida vs. Long Island: Live updates

By Luke Adragna | Aug. 30

The Florida Gators are ready to kick off their 2025 campaign against Long Island. Florida head coach Billy Napier seeks to win his first season opener since his inaugural season at the helm of the program. Follow along for updates throughout the contest.

Redshirt freshman lineman Caleb Banks (88) and redshirt sophomore linebacker Scooby Williams (17) celebrate a defensive play in the Gators’ 49-7 win against the McNeese State Cowboys Saturday, Sept. 9 2023.

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Florida's defense gears up against Long Island's dual-threat quarterback system

By Luke Adragna | Aug. 29

Florida's defense prepares for its home opener against Long Island, a team that features a unique quarterback tandem.

Florida Gators edge George Gumbs Jr. (34) celebrates a stop during the second half of the team’s game against the Flordia State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

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Florida position preview: defensive line

By Max Bernstein | Aug. 29

A preview of the Florida Gators' defensive line heading into the 2025 season opener.

Freshman wide receiver Eugene Wilson III dives toward the end zone in the Gators' 39-36 loss to the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.

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Florida position preview: pass catchers

By Curan Ahern | Aug. 29

A preview of the Florida Gators' pass catchers heading into the 2025 season opener.

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) looks for an open receiver during the first half at Shields–Watkins Field at Neyland Stadium on Saturday, October 12, 2024.

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DJ Lagway: Jordan Brand’s newest NIL acquisition

By Curan Ahern | Aug. 29

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway signed an NIL deal with Jordan, making him the first collegiate athlete signed to the brand.