Florida hires Phil Trautwein as offensive line coach for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Florida hired Phil Trautwein, a former Gators player and national champion, as its offensive line coach in a significant offseason move. Trautwein, who previously coached at Penn State and Boston College, brings extensive experience, having mentored 35 all-conference offensive linemen and three first-round NFL draft picks. His role is pivotal for new head coach Jon Sumrall as Florida aims for a return to contention in the SEC. Trautwein has already made an impact on recruiting, securing a commitment from five-star 2027 recruit OL Maxwell Hiller.
- •Phil Trautwein hired as Florida's offensive line coach for 2026.
- •Trautwein previously coached 35 all-conference linemen.
- •He was part of bringing in five-star OL recruit Maxwell Hiller.
- •Florida aims to improve under new head coach Jon Sumrall.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Florida's Phil Trautwein among best college football offseason moves
"The Athletic believes that Florida's most significant offseason move wasn't a transfer portal addition or recruit but hiring an offensive line coach.
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