What to Know: Wilson was a longtime Oregon commit, but noticeably did not sign with the Ducks in the early signing period. Instead, the coveted receiver became the highest-ranked Gator in the 2025 cycle after flipping to Florida on Dec. 22. He caught 41 balls for 677 yards and nine touchdowns for Tampa Bay Tech last year.

Sports and On3 recently revealed its final recruiting ranking updates for the 2025 class. Gators Illustrated takes a look at four prominent signees for the

Four-star tight end Heze Kent has been a familiar face around Gainesville since earning an offer from the Florida Gators in the spring of 2023. With multiple visits under his belt, Kent's interest in Florida has remained strong as he continues to navigate his recruitment process.

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier coaching up quarterbacks DJ Lagway #2 and Graham Mertz #15 as the Florida Gators run through drills during the second practice of the spring at the Indoor Practice Facility in Gainesville, Florida on March 9th, 2024. (Photo by David Bowie/Gatorcountry)

With the expectations for the Gators going up in 2025, the predictions need to a get a bit bolder to match them

The Florida Gators' signature win over the Ole Miss Rebels was among ESPN's top 100 college football games played in 2024.

Vernell Brown III, ranked No. 35 overall and the fifth-best wide receiver in the 2025 class, is celebrated for his explosive athleticism and playmaking skills. Known for his quickness and ability to create separation, Brown can be a formidable threat at the receiver position as well as bring value as a return specialist.

The Florida Gators are a finalist for a top offensive tackle in the 2026 recruiting class. According to On3’s Hayes Fawcett, the Gators are one of five schools still in the running for Brunswick (Ga.) High School’s Heze Kent.

With practices underway on Tuesday, Gator Country caught up with Cam Jackson to discuss the 2024 season, his 2025 NFL Draft stock, and the future of Florida’s program.

Miami Booker T. Washington cornerback Ben Hanks III is continuing one of those legacies, and on Thursday the 6-foot-1, 170-pounder was named a new five-star prospect in the final 2025 On300 recruiting rankings.

CBS Sports ranks Florida football DL Caleb Banks among college football players who have decided to skip the NFL Draft and return for one more year.

Putting all his eggs in one basket is the only hope left for Billy Napier’s fiery coaching style and that $51.8 million contract. The post DJ Lagway on High Alert as $51.8M Liability Falls on Gators QB Adding to Billy Napier's Risky Gamble appeared first on EssentiallySports.