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Florida Gators receive B-plus grade in roster rankings for new head coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:19 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Florida Gators receive B-plus grade in roster rankings for new head coach

Summary

The Florida Gators received a B-plus grade in CBS Sports' ranking of rosters for first-season head coaches, placing them 30th among transfer classes. Jon Sumrall, the new head coach, has retained key players such as Jadan Baugh and improved the coaching staff by adding former Georgia Tech offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner. The Gators' roster is stronger than SEC peers Arkansas and Kentucky, although they trail LSU, Auburn, and Ole Miss in rankings. With a mix of returning talent and new contributions, Florida aims to exceed expectations as the 2026 season approaches.

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By the Numbers

•Florida ranks 30th in CBS Sports' transfer class rankings.
•Jon Sumrall emphasized retaining key players like Jadan Baugh.
•Gators outperformed SEC peers Arkansas and Kentucky in grades.
•Buster Faulkner joins as offensive coordinator, bringing former Georgia Tech players.
•Florida aims for improvement as the 2026 season approaches.

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7:19 PMYahoo Sports — Here's how Florida's roster grades vs other programs with new coaches

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What grade does Florida football receive in CBS Sports' latest roster rankings for first-season head coaches? Here's how Jon Sumrall fared so far.
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