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Despite the Florida Gators losing defensive coordinator Patrick Toney, the system has not changed since the hiring of Austin Armstrong. This familiarity within the system is paying off for the secondary, according to defensive backs coach Corey Raymond. Join David Waters and Will Miles as Corey Raymond and safety Miguell Mitchell explain what's happening in the defensive secondary this spring. Als...

A familiar face will be on the sidelines in 2023 as Billy Napier hires Billy Gonzalez as the wide receivers coach replacing the departed Keary Colbert. David Waters chats with Gators Breakdown Plus members for their reactions as Gonzalez makes his return to Gainesville. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n...

In the world of college football, every season is a fresh start for teams and players to improve upon their past performances. This year, the Florida Gators are no exception. With running backs Montrell Johnson and Trevor Etienne returning, leadership is now the focus of the dynamic duo. On this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters discusses the importance of the running back room taking on a...

The most significant change for the Florida Gators in Billy Napier's second season is the hiring of Austin Armstrong as defensive coordinator, replacing the departed Patrick Toney. On this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters discusses the change and highlights Armstrong's emphasis on "negotiating with a hammer." Additionally, defenders Jaydon Hill and Justus Boone share their thoughts on the...

The Florida Gators have been busy in the offseason, making a number of changes to the offensive line. With all of the new pieces, there were some questions on how they would fit together. However, Florida's Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach, Rob Sale, has provided some insight on how the line is coming together in spring practice. On this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters disc...

The Florida Gators have many changes to sort through this spring, particularly in the offensive line and defensive back rooms. The offensive line will be adding a few new players through the transfer portal, while the defensive back room will now be under the guidance of Corey Raymond. On this Gators Breakdown, David Waters discusses these changes and shares insight from offensive tackle Austin Ba...

The Florida Gators have begun their spring practice and have taken the field for the first time in 2023. David Waters discusses the roster update for the 2023 squad, as some players find themselves in new positions. In addition, Billy Napier shares his thoughts on starting practice without a couple of position coaches and the qualities new DC Austin Armstrong brings to the program. Finally, David...

The Florida Gators football team began their second spring practice under head coach Billy Napier this week. With new players and coaching staff, there are many storylines and position battles to watch this spring. David Waters is joined by Read and Reaction’s Will Miles and Nick Knudsen to preview spring football. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida...

The Florida Gators continue to experience coaching turnover, as another coach is leaving for the NFL. Keary Colbert, the Gators' WR coach, will be taking the same position with the Denver Broncos. David Waters reacts to this news on this episode of Gators Breakdown. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYx...

Florida Gators co-DC Patrick Toney will be taking a job with the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals. According to reports, Toney will be accepting a role as a defensive assistant and that Billy Napier already has his guy in Alabama defensive assistant Austin Armstrong. David Waters reacts to this news on this episode of Gators Breakdown. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/...

The Florida Gators are off to a great start to the recruiting class of 2024. Four recruits have already pledged to the orange and blue and there are plenty of interested prospects to make this Billy Napier’s best class yet. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to break down targets for the defensive side of the ball. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportin...

The Florida Gators are off to a great start to the recruiting class of 2024. Four recruits have already pledged to the orange and blue and there are plenty of interested prospects to make this Billy Napier’s best class yet. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to break down targets for the offensive side of the ball. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportin...

Texas and Oklahoma were originally supposed to join the SEC in 2025, but that has now been sped up to 2024. David Waters takes a look at how that affects Florida and the SEC. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send...

The Class of 2024 takes center stage now for the Florida Gators headlined by five star quarterback DJ Lagway. David Waters and Will Miles are joined by Lagway as he discusses his journey so far and what’s ahead for the elite signal-caller. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics: fanatics.93n6tx.net/DVYxja Get Gators Breakdown mer...

David Waters hosts a members only chat with Gators Breakdown Plus members and discusses "What if...?" scenarios from the Urban Meyer era. JOIN GATORS BREAKDOWN PLUS: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get your Gators Breakdown gear at: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Florida Gators' Class of 2023 is now officially in the books as far as high school recruits go. David Waters and Will Miles discuss what Florida head coach Billy Napier had to say about the class and recent transfer additions. They also compare Napier's first two classes to past classes. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Florida Gators merch at Fanatics...

The Florida Gators Class of 2024 adds another four star prospect as LB Adarius Hayes commits to the orange and blue. David Waters breaks down Hayes and the Class of 2024 so far. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com College programs must be com...

After the Florida Gators had a mass exodus of transfers out of the program, getting quality depth was a must in the first transfer portal window. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) break down the ten incoming transfers the Gators acquired. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or co...

After Anthony Richardson declared for the NFL Draft, it was no surprise the Gators needed to hit the transfer portal for a quarterback. It probably did come as a surprise that the QB was Wisconsin transfer Graham Mertz. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) are joined by Seth Varnadore (Varnadore Films) to break down Mertz’s game. Also, reaction to Jaden Rashada asking to be released fro...

The Florida Gators received some welcome news as WR Ricky Pearsall announced his return and Alabama OT Damieon George announced his intention to transfer to Florida. David Waters breaks down the importance of Pearsall’s return and George’s addition to the offensive line. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch....

David Waters dives into the Jaden Rashada and Florida Gators saga. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2022 football season comes to a close with the rival Georgia Bulldogs winning back-to-back National Championships. With that, the page turns to the 2023 season and one that doesn’t look too promising for the Florida Gators. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to give an early look at the 2023 season. Also, Dave and Will break down the transfer commitment of Baylor OL Micah...

The Florida Gators have a huge need for offensive linemen and was able to secure a commitment from three star offensive tackle Caden Jones. David Waters details Jones’ pledge to Florida for the Class of 2023. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.c...

Happy New Year’s Florida Gators fans! After a 6-7 2022 season, there is plenty of growth for the Gators football team. David Waters and Will Miles give their 2023 New Year’s resolutions for Florida. Also, the pair take a look back at what they got right or wrong in their preseason predictions for the Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdow...

The Florida Gators need all the help they can get on the defensive side of the football, and after adding a couple of defensive linemen, the Gators add transfer linebacker Teradja Mitchell. David Waters takes a look at Mitchell's career at Ohio State and how he fits into the linebacker depth chart. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: h...