So we're working through that. He's right on schedule." Napier also made sure to speak about how good of a player that Gates is, including his versatility. "He's one of the best football players ...

Florida football coach Billy Napier runs down the list of injuries, including starting quarterbak DJ Lagway, before the start of fall camp.

Lagway handled snaps with the first-team offense during 11-on-11 drills for the first time since the Gators opened preseason practice July 30, “which is obviously good,” coach Billy Napier said.

UPDATED: August 11, 2025 at 4:23 PM EDT GAINESVILLE — Florida is ranked No. 15 in the Top 25, the Gators’ first appearance in the preseason football poll in coach Billy Napier’s four seasons.