LJ McCray earns Comeback Player of the Week after Texas win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 11:11 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Florida's defensive lineman LJ McCray has been named Comeback Player of the Week following his standout performance in the Gators' 27-24 victory over Texas during Week 7. McCray recorded a career-high four tackles, 1.5 sacks, and 2.5 tackles for loss, playing a key role in Florida's comeback win against a ranked SEC opponent. This recognition comes after McCray's difficult 2025 season, where he played only once due to injury. The Gators will have a bye week before facing Georgia on October 31 in Atlanta.
- •LJ McCray had a career day against Texas with four tackles.
- •McCray recorded 1.5 sacks and 2.5 tackles for loss.
- •Florida achieved its largest comeback win against a ranked SEC opponent.
- •The Gators have a bye week before playing Georgia on October 31.
- 11:11 AMYahoo Sports — Florida's LJ McCray named Comeback Player of the Week after Texas win
"Florida football's defensive lineman LJ McCray was named Comeback Player of the Week for his efforts in the Gators' upset of Texas in Week 7.
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