Florida Gators ranked 31st in The Athletic's preseason FBS poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:48 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Athletic has placed the Florida Gators at No. 31 in its preseason ranking of 138 FBS teams. This ranking reflects a fresh start under new head coach Jon Sumrall, following a disappointing finish in 2025 where Florida did not qualify for a bowl game. Sumrall, who has a successful coaching background, attempts to build on a roster that retained many key players. Aaron Philo has been named the starting quarterback, an essential role as the team aims to improve their standing once the season commences.
- •Florida Gators ranked No. 31 in preseason FBS rankings.
- •Jon Sumrall begins his first season as head coach.
- •Aaron Philo named starting quarterback for the Gators.
- •Florida aims to improve after missing a bowl game in 2025.
- •Gators retain several key players heading into the season.
- 10:48 PMYahoo Sports — Where Florida football ranks among the nations 138 FBS teams
"The Athletic recently ranked all 138 FBS teams, and the Florida Gators came just outside the top 30 but higher than they were in the last rankings.
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