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Kyle Lander

Kyle Lander

Joined: May 21, 2024

Billy Napier and his Florida Gators are a home underdog to the UCF Knights.
Football

UCF at Florida Gators Betting Line Takes a Big Swing

Over the last few days the betting line for the UCF Knights at Florida Gators has changed drastically.

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Sep 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Davon Booth (21) runs the ball against Florida Gators defensive back Sharif Denson (0) during the third quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images

The Biggest Area of Concern for the Gators in Week 6

The Florida Gators' rush defense ranks as one of the worst in the country, while its next opponent's offense is on the opposite spectrum.

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Florida Gators defensive back Jason Marshall Jr. (3) tackles Samford Bulldogs wide receiver Preston Bird (84) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 7, 2024 against the Samford Bulldogs. The Florida Gators won 45-7 over the Bulldogs. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]
Football

Two Gators Shining Bright In a Dark Season

Through four games, two Florida Gators are leading the way, according to Pro Football Focus.

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Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden lead the Florida Gators men’s basketball team in a practice on John W. Frost II Practice Court in Gainesville, FL on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]
Basketball

Reaction: Gators Enter Joe Lunardi's Bracketology as 9-Seed

After a strong second year under Todd Golden and an offseason of improving the roster, the Florida Gators enter 2024 as a nine-seed in Joe Lunardi's Bracketology, but is this ranking too low?

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Mar 15, 2024; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets pitcher Brandon Sproat (28) warms-up in the sixth inning against the Washington Nationals in the Spring Breakout game at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
Baseball

Former Gator Brandon Sproat Named Mets' Minor League Pitcher of the Year

After a strong debut season in the minor leagues, former Florida Gators' pitcher Brandon Sproat has already begun to rack up accolades.

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Sep 7, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Aidan Mizell (11) makes a catch over Samford Bulldogs cornerback Xavier Lanier (4) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
Football

Gators Take 'Moneyball' Approach in Replacing Star Receiver

With Eugene Wilson III out against Mississippi State, the Florida Gators used a pair of inexperienced receivers to replace his production, and it certainly paid off.

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Sep 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs the ball against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the fourth quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

Redistributing the Carries in the Florida Gators' Running Back Room

Montrell Johnson Jr. may be one of the most-experienced backs in the SEC, but is he the best option for the Florida Gators?

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Sep 21, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Graham Mertz (15) reacts after a game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

Graham Mertz Showing He is the Florida Gators' Starting QB

A strong showing on Saturday shows that Graham Mertz is here to stay as the Florida Gators' starting quarterback.

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Florida Gators wide receiver Tank Hawkins (10) celebrates his touchdown during the second half to make it 21-0 after the extra point at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 7, 2024 against the Samford Bulldogs. The Florida Gators won 45-7 over the Bulldogs. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]
Football

Two Gators Who Need More Snaps with Eugene Wilson III Out

With Eugene Wilson III out for the second-straight week, here are two young receivers who should see more snaps on Saturday.

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Florida head coach Kevin O'Sullivan celebrates the win of the NCAA Regionals game against Texas Tech, Monday, June 5, 2023, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. Florida beat Texas Tech 6-0 and advances to Super Regionals. [Cyndi Chambers/ Gainesville Sun] 2023
Baseball

Several Gator Baseball Signees Named to Perfect Game Freshmen Top-500

After a finish in the College World Series and losing much of its talent to the MLB Draft, the Florida Gators baseball program have reloaded with its high school recruiting.

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Florida Gators defensive back Jason Marshall Jr. (3) tackles Samford Bulldogs wide receiver Preston Bird (84) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 7, 2024 against the Samford Bulldogs. The Florida Gators won 45-7 over the Bulldogs. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]
Football

Multiple Gators Earn PFF Team of the Week Honors

Four Florida Gators were named to the Pro Football Focus Week 3 SEC Team of the Week despite a loss to Texas A&M.

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Florida Gators quarterbacks Graham Mertz (15) and DJ Lagway (2) embrace before the game against the Texas A&M Aggies

Billy Napier's Quarterback Rotation did More Harm than Good to Florida Gators

Billy Napier's handling of senior Graham Mertz and freshman DJ Lagway may not have done anyone any good.

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