Shamar Evans builds connection with Florida Gators after visits
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Shamar Evans, a four-star linebacker from Ruston High School, is growing closer to the Florida Gators after recent visits to Gainesville. He visited twice over the past three months, impressed by the program's culture and facilities. Although he has not finalized a list of top schools, Florida is emerging as a high-priority target for Evans, who has expressed his desire to return to campus this fall. Other schools in contention include Alabama, LSU, and Ohio State.
- •Evans visited Florida in April and last month for the Grille in the Ville event.
- •He praises Florida's fanbase and coaching staff during his visits.
- •Other programs showing interest include Alabama, LSU, and Ohio State.
- •Evans is currently ranked among the top linebackers in the nation by multiple outlets.
- •He plans to visit several schools over the coming year.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Blue-chip linebacker growing closer with Florida after multiple visits
"With two linebackers from the class of 2027 committed to Florida, the Gators are starting to identify their top targets from the class of 2028.
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