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Gators enter full pads for first time under coach Jon Sumrall

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 6:03 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Gators enter full pads for first time under coach Jon Sumrall

Summary

The Florida Gators donned full pads for the first time during preseason practice on August 10, 2026, as head coach Jon Sumrall amps up the intensity. This marks a critical step in preparations leading up to their season opener against Florida Atlantic on September 5. The team has been conditioning and participating in player-led workouts since spring practices concluded in April. As practices progress, Sumrall is focused on cultivating mental toughness and competitiveness among his players. The Gators will also practice in full gear on August 12 and have scheduled scrimmages on August 13.

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•Gators begin full pad practices on August 10, 2026.
•Jon Sumrall emphasizes competition and mental toughness.
•First preseason game is scheduled for September 5 against Florida Atlantic.
•Previous practices involved helmets and shoulder pads.
•Upcoming scrimmages are set for August 13.

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6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Sumrall turns up the intensity as Gators don full pads for first time

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GAINESVILLE — The Gators will don full pads for the first time Tuesday as preseason football camp intensifies and coach Jon Sumrall learns more about his first Florida team. The Gators staged 15 spring practices, culminating with the April 11 spring game. Recent months featured OTAs, player-led workouts and offseason conditioning. Florida staged its fifth preseason practice Monday in helmets ...
— Yahoo Sports

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