Florida Gators football aims for comeback season with new head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Florida football is positioned for a significant rebound in the 2026 season under new head coach Jon Sumrall. Following a disappointing 2025, CBS Sports highlights the Gators among the top teams expected to improve, with a projected win total of 7.5. The Gators, who have not secured eight wins in six years, are counting on the return of nine starters and additions from the transfer portal to enhance their roster for the upcoming campaign. Increased expectations accompany Sumrall's first season as head coach, especially within the SEC.
- •Florida has a projected win total of 7.5 for 2026.
- •Jon Sumrall is the new head coach for Florida football.
- •The Gators return nine starters despite NFL draft losses.
- •Seven teams on the CBS list of rebound candidates have new coaches.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Florida football among college football's rebound teams this season
"Following a disappointing season for the Florida football program, CBS Sports names them as a top team looking to bounce back.
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