Gators Breakdown

There is a lot of experience coming back for the Gators and many of them looking to make significant impact for the 2019 season. On this episode of Gators Breakdown, Dave and Will predict a few players who will have major roles this fall, some players who need to step-up, and some players returning from injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All of Florida's three losses last season came at the hands of SEC East teams. If there is one area to improve upon in 2019, it's to get better play against division foes. David Waters is joined by Saturday Down South's, Connor O'Gara, to discuss the Gators as SEC East contenders and their "intra-division inconsistency." Also, Connor shares his thoughts on Feleipe Franks, the Miami match-up, and m...

Gators Breakdown wraps-up its look at the college football preview magazines by diving into a look at the talent on Florida's roster. David Waters is joined by Will Miles as the two look at the improvement of the roster from just a year ago and the enhancement of the roster through recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year where college football preview magazines are on store shelves. Both Athlon Sports and Lindy's Sports forecast a successful 2019 campaign for the Gators. David Waters is joined by Will Miles to review what the publications have to say about the 2019 Gators. Also, what do opposing coaches think about Dan Mullen and the team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Feleipe Franks had quite the turnaround in year one under Dan Mullen. With a late season surge, fans are wondering just how much more Franks can progress.   David Waters is joined by Will Miles to break down Franks’ game. Also, the two look at the Gators newest commits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the days after Chris Steele put his name in the transfer portal, the reasons for his departure were questioned. Some things found just didn't add up for Gator Nation. David Waters is joined by Will Miles to take a look back at the last few, crazy days of the Chris Steele saga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The last week in Florida football has been one to forget. Chris Steele entering the transfer portal is just the last in a string of events that have Gator Nation up in arms. David Waters is joined by Will Sammon from The Athletic to discuss the fallout of Steele's departure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lakeland, FL running back, Demarkcus Bowman caused a stir last Friday after he committed to Clemson over Florida. David Waters is joined by Will Miles as the two discuss the recent trend for the Gators losing battles for elite recruits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the heels of spring practice, and an unexpected 10-win season, expectations for Florida are rising in year two under Dan Mullen. Are those high expectation fair? David Waters is joined by Brian Fox and Michael Pfeffer from ChompTalk.com to decipher realistic expectations for the 2019 Gators. Also, the trio take a look back at Gators in the 2019 NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

ESPN has released their "Playoff Predictor" and Florida is one of the favorites for the College Football Playoff. David Waters is joined by Will Miles to take a look at why Florida is a CFP favorite and Will's latest article comparing the recent success of Dan Mullen and Kirby Smart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gator Panel is back together to give their takes on the happenings of spring football. David Waters is joined by other media members to discuss Feleipe Franks' progression, replacing departures, and surprises during spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a sunny, fun-filled day in The Swamp, Feleipe Franks concludes the 2019 spring with another impressive showing as the Gators offense put up fireworks for the fans. David Waters is joined by Will Miles to take a look back at The Orange and Blue Debut and what to take away from the offensive explosion. Also, Jaheim Bell commits to the Gators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Fans get their first look at the 2019 Gators when the team takes the field for The Orange and Blue Debut on Saturday.   David Waters is joined by Will Miles and Bill Sikes as the trio previews the final event of spring football. Also, a look into recruiting for the 2020 class on the heels of quarterback Anthony Richardson and cornerback Avery Helm's commitments. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Florida held their first scrimmage of the spring last Thursday evening and the results were a mixed bag. After a fast start for the first team offense, the group could do very little in terms of consistency the rest of the evening. David Waters is joined by Will Sammon from The Athletic to review the scrimmage, and what players are shining midway through spring practice. Learn more about your ad c...

Through the second week of spring practice, it is clear, this is the best Feleipe Franks has ever looked in a Gators uniform. Confidence, accuracy, consistency have all been seen by the quarterback so far this spring. David Waters is joined by Will Miles as the two discuss Franks, the RB rotation, and just how good the defense looks. Also, Dave and Will talk the transfer of defensive end Antonneou...

Dan Mullen meets with the media ahead of a speaking engagement for fans, friends, and boosters of the Florida football program. David Waters was in attendance as Mullen answers questions regarding spring practice, recruiting in Jacksonville, and more on this episode of Gators Breakdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a successful 2018 season, Florida players and coaches have a better understanding of each other. With many key pieces returning for 2019, there is more development, instead of learning this spring for the Gators. David Waters is joined by Thomas Goldkamp of Swamp 247 as Goldkamp shares what he has seen from the first week of spring practice and the growth taking place. Learn more about your...

Spring practice starts this week and Gators Breakdown wraps up the spring preview with a look at the defensive side of the ball.  David Waters is joined by Will Miles as they examine a defense that must replace some key personnel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring practice gets started on March 12th and even though there are less question surrounding the Gators compared to this time last year, there are still plenty that need to be answered.   David Waters is joined by Will Miles to preview the offense heading into spring practice and attempt to answer the questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once thought to be a heavy Gator lean, QB Carson Beck, commits to Georgia over Florida. David Waters is joined by Beck's QB trainer, Denny Thompson, to help shed some light on the situation. Also, Denny shares his thoughts on why Anthony Richardson is the ideal QB for Mullen and why Feleipe Franks may not be the Gators starting QB this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

Florida received a bit of unexpected news when running back Keyvone Lee decommitted from the 2020 class late last week. Even with that happening, the Gators’ 2020 class is still led by a group of elite talent.   David Waters is joined by Will Miles to take a look at the current crop of commits, targets, and how the class could stack up with past recruiting classes. Learn more about your ad choices...

With 2018 season in the rear view mirror, and the class of 19 all wrapped up, its time to reassess and also look forward at the program Dan Mullen is building at Florida. David Waters is joined by The Athletic's Will Sammon to take a look at "The Gator Standard" and process Mullen is taking at rising Florida back to the top of college football.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

After flirting with the NFL's Cincinnati Bengals, Florida defensive coordinator Todd Grantham elects to stay at Florida. Join David Waters as he breaks down the events and what this means for the Gators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gator Panel gets back together to review the 2019 recruting class for the Gators. The big finish, re-establishing the Lakeland pipeline, Miami and FSU's struggles are among topics discussed. Gators Breakdown's David Waters is joined by:  Corry “Unkle Silkk” Knowles - Big 3 Roll UpAhmad Black - Former Gators SafetyTate Casey - Former Florida Tight End and Gator Radio NetworkNick De La Torre - G...

Florida came into National Signing Day with a chance to close the 2019 recruiting class with a big finish. After landing commitments from Khris Bogle and Kaiir Elam, in addition to signing current commits Arjei Henderson and Diwun Black, the Gators find themselves ranked in the top 10 of recruiting for the first time since 2014. David Waters is joined by Will Miles as they look at the finish to wh...