Florida Gators make significant offseason adjustments under new coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:36 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Florida Gators football program is recognized as one of the biggest offseason winners as they enter 2026. Following the firing of coach Billy Napier, new head coach Jon Sumrall has made notable roster changes, including the addition of quarterback Aaron Philo and offensive lineman Harrison Moore. The Gators also retained key players like running back Jadan Baugh and edge rusher Jayden Woods, both named to the preseason All-SEC team. Despite not being seen as a serious contender for the College Football Playoff or SEC championship, Florida aims to regain its status among the top programs in the conference.
- •Florida named one of the 15 biggest offseason winners by Athlon Sports.
- •Coach Jon Sumrall emphasizes roster changes and staff restructuring.
- •Key additions include quarterback Aaron Philo and offensive lineman Harrison Moore.
- •Running back Jadan Baugh and edge rusher Jayden Woods retained for next season.
- •Florida aims to become a contender in the SEC once again.
- 1:36 PMYahoo Sports — Florida among the teams that won the college football offseason
"Following the firing of coach Billy Napier, the Florida football program hit the reset button and is now among the offseason winners per Athlon Sports
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