Florida Gators rank seventh in Athlon Sports' RB unit list for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:59 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Florida Gators have been ranked seventh in Athlon Sports' top 25 running back units for the upcoming college football season. Led by Jadan Baugh, who rushed for over 1,000 yards last season, Florida’s RB room includes talented transfers London Montgomery and Evan Pryor. Montgomery totaled 742 yards and seven touchdowns last season, while Pryor contributed 522 yards. Athlon’s ranking places Florida fifth among SEC teams, after Missouri, Georgia, Texas, and Ole Miss. The Gators' depth could provide a significant advantage with a first-year starting quarterback.
- •Florida ranks seventh in Athlon Sports' RB unit rankings for 2026.
- •Jadan Baugh returns after a 1,000-yard season in 2025.
- •Evan Pryor and London Montgomery add depth to the running back room.
- •Florida is fifth among SEC teams in this ranking.
- •The Gators' quarterback will be a first-year starter.
- 3:59 PMYahoo Sports — Looking at where Florida ranks among college football's top RB units
"With Jadan Baugh leading the way, we check in on where the Florida Gators' running back room ranks in Athlon Sports' top 25.
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