Gators Breakdown

SEC Media Days is capped off as the media submits their selections for predicted order of finish. It comes as no surprise that the Gators have been pegged to finish fourth in the SEC East. David Waters shares his thoughts and his predicted order of finish. Also, on this episode: Peter Burns (SEC Network) and Braden Gall (Athlon Magazine) give their thoughts on Billy Napier and Florida Florida’s Pr...

Billy Napier came to SEC Media Days as one of the new faces in the conference, and displayed to the country, the same message he has since he took the Florida job… There is a lot going on in year one of taking over as Gators head coach. David Waters shares Napier’s thoughts on laying the foundation to bring the Gators back to prominence and what it takes to get there. One way for the Gators to get...

SEC Media Days kicks off with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey displaying the power of the conference. David Waters shares Sankey’s thoughts on the SEC strength, expansion, and scheduling. Also, Dave glances at the updated recruiting rankings for the class of 2023. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questi...

Gators Breakdown continues to dive into Athlon and Lindy’s college football preview magazines. While the publications think Florida will be improved from last season, they still see a team lacking top talent. David Waters is joined by Will Miles to break down low unit rankings and minimal All-American and All-SEC picks for the Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingc...

The Florida Gators stay hot on the recruiting trail as they pick-up their highest rated commit yet from WR Eugene Wilson III. David Waters breaks down the commitments and takes a look back at the streak of pledges. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@g...

The 904 was good to the Gators’ class of 2023 on Thursday as QB Marcus Stokes and RB Treyaun Webb commit to Florida. David Waters breaks down the commitments and is joined by Stokes’ QB trainer, Denny Thompson, to break down Stokes’ commitment and game. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or c...

The summer months are here and football is right around the corner! No better indication of that than college football preview magazines are on the shelves. The two most popular, Athlon and Lindy’s, both expect an improved Florida Gators squad under Billy Napier. David Waters is joined by Will Miles to dive into the previews and share what opposing coaches; thoughts on the Gators. JOIN Gators Brea...

Defensive lineman, T.J. Searcy, provided his own fireworks on the 4th of July as he commits to the Florida Gators. David Waters breaks down the pledge and other recruiting storylines for the Gators. 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...

Florida had family relationships and location working in their favor for reasons Bartram Trail defensive back Sharif Denson committed to the squad, but Denson also wants to be among players that bring Florida back to prominence. David Waters is joined by News4Jax Sports Editor Justin Barney to sit down with Denson about his commitment to Florida and and what kind of player we will see on the field...

The recruiting news cycle has been a roller coaster for Gators fans over the last week. David Waters is joined by Will Miles and Bill Sikes assess 2023 class as we get ready to turn the calendar to July. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com --...

The string of commits continue for the Gators as Jacksonville, Bartram Trail cornerback Sharif Denson pledges to the Gators. David Waters breaks down the commitment as well Jacksonville recruiting overall. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.com...

A bit of good news, bad news on the recruiting front for the Gators over the weekend. First the Gators get a commit from local stand-out Gavin Hill, but miss on quarterback target Jaden Rashada. David Waters breaks down both commitments and recruiting overall for the Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownme...

Transfers and freshman have just arrived in Gainesville and here’s your chance to hear from a few of them through The Gator Collective! David Waters previews a recent Twitter Spaces with newcomers Ricky Pearsall, Shemar James, Caleb Douglas, and Trey Smack. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions...

Billy Napier gets his highest rated commit so far as Isaiah Nixon flips from UCF to Florida. David Waters reacts to the edge rusher’s commitment and gives the latest on the recruitment of quarterback Jaden Rashada. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@g...

Billy Napier and the Gators pick up another offensive lineman to add to the Class of 2023 as Tommy Kinsler selects Florida fresh off an official visit. David Waters reacts to the commitment and looks at who could be next to pop for Florida? JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send...

Gator Nation was waiting eagerly for quarterback Jaden Rashada to make his decision this coming Saturday, but will have to wait a little longer for his commitment. David Waters is joined by Gators Breakdown Plus members to give reaction to the news. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comme...

Anthony Richardson’s time is now and there’s a lot more on his plate as starting quarterback of the Gators. Listen to a preview of The Gator Collective’s “84 Reasons” as Richardson sits down with Gators great, Ben Troupe. After that, Troupe joins David Waters to discuss Richardson and his outlook on the 2022 Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators...

Treyaun Webb doesn’t hide the fact that Billy Napier’s staff at Florida does a great job recruiting him. David Waters brings you News4Jax’s Jamal St. Cyr’s interview where Webb details his recruitment as he starts his round of official visits. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? S...

Let’s kickoff the 2022 college football preview season with the Read & Reaction: 2022 Florida Football Preview Magazine! David Waters is joined by Read & Reaction’s Will Miles and Nick Knudsen to dive into their preview of Florida. What surprised them the most about this team when putting this preview together? JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Break...

Florida Gators safety, Donovan McMillon, heads into his second season more confident while the Gators adjust to a new defense under defensive coordinator Patrick Toney. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) sit down with McMillon to discuss the differences under the new coaching staff as well as his big spring performance and off the field topics. Thanks to The Gator Collective for setti...

Billy Napier and the Florida Gators get a late addition to the roster in the form of Arizona State transfer wide receiver Ricky Pearsall. David Waters breaks down Pearsall’s impact to the wide receiver room. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@gmail.co...

The Gators get their fifth commitment for the 2023 class as offensive lineman Bryce Lovett pledges to Florida. David Waters shares how Lovett fits along the offensive line and discusses who could be the next commit for the class of 2023. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send th...

Lorenzo Lingard has waited his time at Florida and 2022 looks to be the season we finally get to see more from the former five star running back. David Waters and Will Miles sit down with Lingard as he dives into overcoming adversity so far in his career and why the future is bright for him and his fellow running backs. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gat...

Billy Napier and the Florida Gators received big news on Saturday when targets Knijeah Harris and Creed Whittemore committed to play for Florida. David Waters breaks down the commits and their impact to the program. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gatorsbreakdown@...

With spring practice in the rearview mirror, it’s time to turn to recruiting for the Florida Gators. David Waters is joined by Corey Bender (Gators Online, On3) to update on decisions coming from some of the Gators top targets. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Questions or comments? Send them to gato...