Former Gators on the move: Where Florida's transfers committed
In the age of the transfer portal, roster management has changed dramatically. After Billy Napier’s first season with the Florida Gators, change was needed, prompting an exodus of transfers. As of Dec. 19, Florida has had 18 departures via the transfer portal, some of which have already chosen their next destinations.
For a full breakdown of Florida’s transfer situation, click here.
Now that the bowl is out of the way, the Florida staff will look to add players from the transfer portal. On Dec. 11, the Gators added their first portal addition as Louisville defensive lineman Caleb Banks committed to the Orange and Blue.
First and foremost, expect Florida to target a quarterback in the transfer portal. On Monday, On3 reported that the Gators were a serious contender for Coastal Carolina transfer Grayson McCall.
As former Florida players find new destinations, Gators Online will continue to update this story.
Where Florida’s outgoing transfers are headed
A common theme among the transfers is heading back closer to home.
Cornerback Avery Helm went back to the Dallas/Fort Worth area, committing to playoff team TCU.
Outside linebacker Lloyd Summerall III will head to Tampa to play for the USF Bulls.
Safety Donovan McMillon will continue his college career back in Pennslyvania, going to play for the Pittsburgh Panthers.
Defensive lineman Jalen Lee is going back to his home state of Louisiana and will transfer to LSU.
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Offensive lineman Josh Braun elected to follow Sam Pittman to Arkansas. Braun was committed to playing for Pittman at Georgia before flipping to Florida.
Tight end Nick Elksnis will continue his career in the SEC, heading to play for Shane Beamer and his South Carolina Gamecocks.
Safety Corey Collier elected to join long snapper Marco Ortiz at Nebraska, joining new coach Matt Rhule. Chief Borders will join Collier and Ortiz at Nebraska.
Defensive back Kamar Wilcoxson heads up north to Philadelphia to play for the Temple Owls.
Griffin McDowell will play his final collegiate season at UT Chattanooga.
Running back Lorenzo Lingard has announced he’ll play at Akron.
Uncommitted outgoing transfers
Florida’s uncommitted outgoing transfers include wide receiver Trent Whittemore, running back Nay’Quan Wright, running back Lorenzo Lingard, wide receiver Daejon Reynolds, outside linebacker David Reese, linebacker Diwun Black, and defensive tackle Christopher Thomas.
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