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Florida Gators recruiting strong under new coach Jon Sumrall

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:40 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Florida Gators recruiting strong under new coach Jon Sumrall

Summary

The Florida Gators, under new head coach Jon Sumrall, rank No. 7 in the 2027 recruiting class as of July 23. The class includes 26 commits, with 17 blue-chip prospects, and is highlighted by five-star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller. Other notable recruits include four-star quarterback Davin Davidson and four-star wide receiver Elias Pearl. Florida’s class ranks third in the SEC, behind Texas A&M and Oklahoma, as they aim to bolster their roster for upcoming seasons.

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•Florida Gators rank No. 7 in the 2027 recruiting cycle.
•Maxwell Hiller is the class's only five-star prospect.
•Davin Davidson is ranked as the nation's No. 11 quarterback.
•Florida's class features 17 blue-chip recruits.
•The Gators' recruiting class ranks third in the SEC.

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2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Florida 2027 Class Breakdown: Gators in position to sign Top-10 haul in first cycle under Jon Sumrall

What they're saying

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It’s a new era for Florida football as Jon Sumrall now has the reins in Gainesville. While the coaching staff is new and many are anxiously awaiting to see if the program can return to the upper echelon of the SEC, the Gators continue to recruit with the best of them. As of July 23, […]
— Yahoo Sports

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