Florida football linebackers prepare for 2026 season under new coaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Florida football is focusing on its linebacking corps as they prepare for the 2026 season. Head coach Jon Sumrall aims to leverage a linebacker-friendly 3-4 defensive scheme, with specialized coaching from Greg Gasparato. Key players include Myles Graham, who aims to step up after offseason shoulder surgery, Jaden Robinson, and Aaron Chiles. The team is also looking to deepen its roster with freshmen and underclassmen. Fall camp starts soon, providing an opportunity for these players to solidify their roles.
- •Myles Graham leads linebackers after posting 76 tackles last season.
- •Coaching staff emphasizes speed and physicality in the new defensive scheme.
- •Chiles and Robinson aim to take on larger roles this coming season.
- •Freshmen Jackson and Johnson showed promise last year and look to contribute.
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — Breaking down Florida football linebackers heading into 2026 season
"Florida football linebackers are looking to play fast and physical during the 2026 season. Here are three questions UF's linebackers face.
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