Gators Breakdown

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2020 Opponent Whiparound - Part 1 May 12, 2020

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With no spring football practice around the country, not only did we miss seeing the Gators, but we also missed all the storylines following Florida's opponents.

On this episode of Gators Breakdown, David Waters is joined by guests that give you the best insight on Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, LSU, and Ole Miss. Also, each guest gives their thoughts on the 2020 Florida Gators.

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Freshman OL Issiah Walker enters transfer portal | Florida loses recruiting momentum May 05, 2020

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There's never a dull moment in Gator Nation and that rings true once again for this busy episode of Gators Breakdown. A true freshman will transfer and plenty of storylines on the recruiting front headline this episode.

David Waters is joined by Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) as reports surface of true freshman OL Issiah Walker entering the transfer portal. Also, the guys break down where recruiting stands for the Gators and what to look forward to.

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Gators still among nation's best for producing NFL players Apr 29, 2020

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By the time the final pick had been made, seven former Florida Gators had their name called during the 2020 NFL Draft. With those seven picks, the Gators finished only behind LSU, Michigan, Ohio St., and Alabama for the most picks.

David Waters and Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) are joined by Tyler Moss, from Fantasy Stock Exchange, to review the seven draft picks for the Gators. Also, head coach Dan Mullen spoke to the media earlier this week for the first time since mid-March and have his thoughts on the state of college football, and his team, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CJ Henderson drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars  Apr 24, 2020

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Former Gators cornerback CJ Henderson was drafted ninth overall in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

David Waters is joined by News4Jax Sports Anchor, Cole Pepper, to break down how the Jaguars got to the point of selecting Henderson and why it makes sense. David also notes how Henderson's pick fits into the Gators' first round draft history.

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NFL Draft 2020 Preview Apr 22, 2020

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The University of Florida churns out NFL prospects every year and 2020 will be no different. With the NFL Draft this coming week, the Gators could place at least 10 players on NFL rosters.

David Waters is joined by Zach Goodall and Demetrius Harvey, from Sports Illustrated's AllGators, to break down Florida's draft prospects.

Will CJ Henderson sneak into the top 10?
Does Van Jefferson fall after an injury was discovered at the NFL Combine?
How will NFL teams value different types of edge rushers Jonathan Greenard and Jabari Zuniga?

All that and more on this episode of Gators Breakdown!

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Ciatrick Fason conversation Apr 20, 2020

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Many Gators fans consider Catrick Fason one of the most underrated players in University of Florida football. Fason certainly left his mark, even in the Ron Zook years of 2002-2004.

Ciatrick joins David Waters as they discuss Fason's time at Florida as well as what he's doing now in helping young athletes today. Topics include:

His recruitment being an FSU fan
The transition from Steve Spurrier to Ron Zook and Ron Zook to Urban Meyer
What went wrong under Zook
Why didn't he stay to play for Meyer
Seeing his teammates win the 2006 National Championship
and more

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Georgia is a must-win for Florida in 2020 | Trask vs Mond  Apr 15, 2020

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For all the success Dan Mullen has brought Florida in his first two seasons, one item is still missing… a win over the Georgia Bulldogs.

David Waters and Will Miles are joined by Neil Blackmon (Saturday Down South) to discuss his latest piece, “When college football returns, no one will have a bigger opportunity than Dan Mullen and Florida.” The guys discuss that opportunity and what it could do for Florida for the 2020 season and moving forward.

Also, the trio hits on SEC Network's Jordan Rogers believing Kellen Mond, and not Kyle Trask, could be the SEC’s best quarterback.

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What makes Dan Mullen’s offense so effective? Apr 08, 2020

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Many college football pundits consider Florida head coach Dan Mullen one of the best offensive minds and developer of talent in all of college football.

To extend that thought, David Waters brings on Stephen Prather from SportSource Analytics to take a deep dive into Mullen’s offense at Mississippi State and what that means for Florida after two seasons and moving forward. David is also joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to further the conversation on the Florida side.

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Matt Wyatt conversation - Not surprised by Mullen’s success at Florida Apr 01, 2020

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Dan Mullen has had great success in his two seasons at Florida and that hasn’t gone unnoticed.

David Waters is joined by Matt Wyatt (The Matt Wyatt Show, Mississippi State Analyst) to dive into why he’s not surprised by Mullen’s early accomplishments at Florida. Matt also hits on Mullen’s QB development, Mullen compared to other SEC coaches, and Todd Grantham’s 3rd down defense.

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Nick Elksnis conversation | Where recruiting stands Mar 24, 2020

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The Gators are off to a great start for the 2021 recruiting class and that continued when Florida received their 14th commitment from Jacksonville's, Nick Elksnis.

Nick joins David Waters to discuss his recruitment, his commitment to Florida, his role in Dan Mullen's offense, and more. Then, David is joined by Will Miles as they dive into Florida's 2021 class heading into April.

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