Florida Gators players show significant strength gains in fall camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
As fall camp begins in Gainesville, the Florida Gators have reported major offseason improvements in their strength training. Head coach Jon Sumrall and director of football performance Rusty Whitt note that players have increased their power clean, back squat, bench press, and deadlift weights substantially. For example, the average power clean rose from 276 to 298 pounds. The Gators aim to leverage these enhancements to enhance performance on the field. The coaching staff is optimistic about how these physical gains will translate to their upcoming season.
- •Florida Gators report strong offseason weight training results.
- •Average power clean increased from 276 to 298 pounds.
- •Back squat strength jumped from 376 to 430 pounds.
- •The college football season begins in a few weeks.
- •Coaching staff optimistic about players' development in camp.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — How Florida transformed the program in the weight room
"Fall camp has begun, and the Gators have seen noticeable offseason changes in the weight losses and gains for players.
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