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File-This Nov. 21, 2020, file photo shows LSU tight end Arik Gilbert against Arkansas during an NCAA college football game in Fayetteville, Ark. Florida landed one of the country’s most coveted transfers Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021, a likely replacement for star tight end Kyle Pitts. Former LSU standout Gilbert committed to the Gators on Twitter, saying “this is the best situation for me and I’m excited to join the family.” (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)

Former LSU TE Arik Gilbert chooses Florida as landing spot

By Mark Long Jan. 31, 2021 09:00 PM EST

FILE - Miami running back Lorenzo Lingard runs in for a touchdown during the second half an NCAA college football game against Savannah State, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla. No. 5 Florida will rely on a number of newcomers, including Lorenzo Lingard, as it tries to dethrone rival Georgia in the Southeastern Conference’s East Division. Some of them are freshmen, others are transfers. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)

No. 5 Florida counting on early help from several newcomers

By Mark Long Sep. 15, 2020 03:14 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 16, 2019, file photo, Florida head coach Dan Mullen watches from the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri in Columbia, Mo. Mullen had several players miss the team’s opening training camp practice Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

Florida has potential for championships in Mullen's 3rd year

By Mark Long Sep. 01, 2020 07:36 PM EDT

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass against Clemson during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

AP Top 25 Reality Check: A familiar top 10 looking to 2020

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 14, 2020 02:22 PM EST

Virginia will seek Orange Bowl upset against No. 6 Florida

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 02:16 PM EST
Orange Bowl: Florida (10-2) at Virginia (9-4), Monday at 8 p.m. EST (ESPN). Line: Florida by 14 1/2. Series record:...

Florida wide receiver Kadarius Toney, left, tries to escape the grasp of Florida State defensive back Levonta Taylor, back right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Swamp success: No. 8 Florida ends 4-game home skid vs FSU

By Mark Long Nov. 30, 2019 11:11 PM EST

Florida State interim head coach Odell Haggins celebrates his team's 49-12 victory over Alabama State in an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser)

No. 8 Florida trying to end 4-game home skid against FSU

By The Associated Press Nov. 27, 2019 05:41 PM EST

Florida head coach Dan Mullen watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

No. 8 Florida hoping to end decade-old home skid to FSU

By Mark Long Nov. 26, 2019 05:41 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) is carted off the field after getting injured in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa injures hip, out for rest of season

By The Associated Press Nov. 16, 2019 05:23 PM EST

Missouri wide receiver Barrett Banister, left, catches a pass as Florida defensive back Shawn Davis defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Trask, stingy defense lead Florida over Missouri, 23-6

By Joe Walljasper Nov. 16, 2019 03:41 PM EST

Missouri coach Barry Odom shouts toward players during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Amis)

No. 11 Gators head to Mizzou hoping for another turnaround

By Dave Skretta Nov. 15, 2019 03:00 AM EST

Florida running back Dameon Pierce, left, runs for yardage against Vanderbilt linebacker Dimitri Moore (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Trask's career day lifts No. 10 Florida over Vandy, 56-0

By Mark Long Nov. 09, 2019 03:32 PM EST

Florida running back Lamical Perine (2) is stopped after a short gain by the Georgia defense including linebacker Monty Rice (32) and defensive back J.R. Reed (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Fromm, Georgia beat Florida 24-17 in 'Cocktail Party'

By Mark Long Nov. 02, 2019 07:05 PM EDT

Florida's Kyle Trask throws a pass against South Carolina in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Columbia, SC. Florida defeated South Carolina 38-27. (AP Photo/Mic Smith)

Georgia vs Florida an elimination game for SEC East, playoff

By Mark Long Nov. 01, 2019 12:37 PM EDT

Georgia coach Kirby Smart talks to his players during a timeout in the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Kentucky on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

'Cocktail Party' serves as CFP elimination game for UGA, UF

By The Associated Press Oct. 31, 2019 01:44 PM EDT

Oregon's Thomas Graham Jr., left, and Jevon Holland celebrate Holland's pick six against Washington State during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Chris Pietsch)

College Football Picks: High stakes even as top teams rest

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 30, 2019 03:51 PM EDT

Florida's head coach Dan Mullen smiles with his players during in the first half of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Columbia, SC. (AP Photo/Mic Smith)

Florida standout Greenard returns for 1st 'Cocktail Party'

By Mark Long Oct. 29, 2019 02:35 PM EDT

Georgia's D'Andre Swift (7) celebrates with quarterback Jake Fromm (11) after scoring a touchdown in the second half against Kentucky during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Athens, Ga. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)

Slumping Georgia offense needs strong ground game vs Gators

By Charles Odum Oct. 28, 2019 04:08 PM EDT

No 7 Florida to get WR Toney back against No. 10 Georgia

Oct. 23, 2019 05:04 PM EDT
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 7 Florida expects to have elusive receiver Kadarius Toney back for its game against 10th-ranked Georgia next week. Coach...