Florida names Buster Faulkner as intriguing newcomer for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Florida football has named Buster Faulkner as its most intriguing newcomer ahead of the 2026 season. Faulkner, who previously served as offensive coordinator at Georgia Tech, joins the Gators under new head coach Jon Sumrall. With fall camp in progress, Faulkner will oversee a talented group of skill position players as the team looks to establish a better offensive identity. Florida has yet to name its starting quarterback, but Aaron Philo previously played under Faulkner, indicating a potentially smooth transition.
- •Buster Faulkner named Florida's most intriguing newcomer for 2026.
- •Faulkner spent 18 years as an offensive coordinator before joining Florida.
- •The Gators have not yet named a starting quarterback.
- •Aaron Philo has familiarity with Faulkner from Georgia Tech.
- •Fall camp is currently underway.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Florida football's most intriguing newcomer for the 2026 season
"The Athletic names Florida football offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner as the program's most intriguing newcomer.
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