Florida Gators secure commitment from four-star edge rusher Cahron Wheeler

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Florida Gators secure commitment from four-star edge rusher Cahron Wheeler
Summary

On June 5, the Florida Gators added four-star edge rusher Cahron Wheeler to their 2027 recruiting class. Wheeler, who stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 266 pounds, is the 11th highest-ranked defensive lineman in his class. He visited the Gainesville campus last week and chose Florida over offers from Clemson, Maryland, Auburn, and Texas A&M. With this commitment, Florida enhances its standing in the national rankings, currently sitting at fourth with 13 blue-chip recruits. The Gators continue to target top talent, with other uncommitted prospects scheduled for visits this weekend.

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By the Numbers
  • •Cahron Wheeler is the 11th-ranked defensive lineman in the 2027 class.
  • •Florida now has 20 commitments for the 2027 recruiting class.
  • •Wheeler won a state title with St. Paul School in Maryland.
  • •Gators' class is ranked fourth nationally by 247Sports.
  • •Florida is targeting additional recruits including Adryan Cole and Eric McFarland III.
Latest Updates
  • 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Florida scores major recruiting coup with Cahron Wheeler's commitment
  • 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — Florida football recruiting update, UF adds 4-star edge rusher to 2027 class
What they're saying
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Coach Jon Sumrall continues building the Florida football 2027 class with the addition of 4-star DE Cahron Wheeler

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Florida continues to surge on the recruiting trail as the Gators land four-star edge rusher Cahron Wheeler.

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