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Florida Gators former players, including Eugene Wilson III, DJ Lagway, Sharif Denson, Jordan Castell, and Hayden Hansen, have committed to new SEC and Big 12 schools, reshaping the roster under new head coach Jon Sumrall.

Florida Gators Make Major Splash in Transfer Portal, Rebuilding Roster for 2026 Season

Florida secures top quarterback Aaron Philo from Georgia Tech, known for his exceptional accuracy, pocket awareness, and mental toughness. Philo, a high school legend with over thirteen thousand passing yards and one hundred fifty-seven touchdowns, is set to reunite with teammate Bailey Stockton and former coordinator Buster Faulkner at Florida. Expectations are high for Philo to contribute immediately and help turn around the Gators fortunes.

Florida Gators incoming freshmen class jumps ahead for 2026 season, with eighteen out of nineteen signees enrolling early. Standouts include quarterback Will Griffin, receiver Davian Groce, and edge rusher JaReylan McCoy. Early enrollees like Vernell Brown and Jayden Woods made significant impacts last season. This years class brings talent from across the country, setting up for exciting developments in spring ball.

TJ Bullard, son of former Gators star Titus ONeil, commits to Florida Gators as transfer linebacker. Bullard, a three-star recruit from Tampas Berkeley Prep, spent four seasons at UCF, earning All-Academic honors. His family has deep roots in Gainesville, with brother Titus already on the roster. Florida has secured nineteen transfer portal pledges, indicating a strong push for next falls season.

Tony Livingston, a Florida Gators tight end, enters the transfer portal, joining his former teammate Hayden Hansen who already signed with Oklahoma. Livingston, who started as an offensive tackle recruit, found his place at tight end, contributing significantly on special teams and offense. However, with the influx of new tight ends, including Luke Harpring and Lacotta Dippre, Livingstons future with the Gators seemed uncertain. His departure underscores the dynamic nature of college football rosters in the era of the transfer portal.

Florida football tight end, Tony Livingston, enters transfer portal, joining Hayden Hansen and Amir Jackson. Livingston, a reliable blocker, had 23 catches for 232 yards and 4 TDs. Florida signs Lacota Dippre and Luke Harpring from the portal, aiming to rebuild the roster.