Jackson, a former zero-star recruit and JUCO product who came to Florida with only one other football offer, rushed for 607 yards on 122 carries in his time in Gainesville. Expected to be a large contributor next to Jadan Baugh in 2025, his year was cut short due to injury, only appearing in four games.

Ohio State adds a veteran running back for the 2026 season as Florida transfer Ja’Kobi Jackson commits to the Buckeyes for his seventh season of college football.

The Florida Gators are in the middle of recruiting transfers but on Saturday several 2027 prospects were on campus so Jon Sumrall and his staff could start building relationships. Receiver Carter Davis (5-10, 165, Gulf Shores, AL. High) was on campus, and was impressed by the energy around the program and campus in general.

The Florida Gators are set to host another portal receiver on Thursday. The Florida Gators are not done being aggressive in adding at the wide receiver position this portal cycle, it seems, with Jon Sumrall and staff expected to host Oklahoma State transfer Jaylen Lloyd for a visit Thursday.

By enrolling early, the 18 players will get a chance to take part in spring practices in March and in the Orange and Blue spring game in April. Last season, Vernell Brown III and Jayden Woods were among incoming freshmen who benefitted from enrolling early. Both Brown and Woods played extensively as true freshmen and earned freshman-All SEC honors.

Jon Sumrall's early work at Florida showcases a stark contrast in philosophy and management compared to that of his predecessor, Billy Napier.

Dan Mullen, who coached Florida football from 2018-21, was named FWAA first-year coach of the year for leading UNLV to a 10-4 record in 2025.

Arkansas Razorbacks wide receiver Andy Jean continues navigating his recruitment after entering the NCAA Transfer Portal once again following stints with the Fl