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Dan Mullen was peppered with questions about the QB position in his only media availability during the bye week. On the SEC Coaches Teleconference, Mullen answered every question with Emory Jones and Anthony Richardson will both play versus Georgia next week. David Waters discusses Mullen's comments as well as Florida's highest rated commit, Shemar James, backing off his pledge. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com ------- Commit to The Gator Collective and create opportunities for student-athletes earn compensation for the name, image, and likeness. Want to help the Gators in recruiting? It can start here! https://www.thegatorcollective.com/?via=gatorsbreakdown Gators Breakdown receives a commission on donations made by our listeners to the Gator Collective. Graham Media Group and its television stations are not affiliated with or a sponsor of The Gator Collective." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida sits at 4-3 in what some deemed as a rebuilding 2021 season, but is "rebuilding" the reason for a lackluster record so far? David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) as the two dive into the issues surrounding Florida's disappointing start. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com --------- Commit to The Gator Collective and create opportunities for student-athletes earn compensation for the name, image, and likeness. Want to help the Gators in recruiting? It can start here! https://www.thegatorcollective.com/?via=gatorsbreakdown Gators Breakdown receives a commission on donations made by our listeners to the Gator Collective. Graham Media Group and its television stations are not affiliated with or a sponsor of The Gator Collective." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're hearing from some frustrated Gators Breakdown listeners after Florida's 49-42 loss to LSU. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida falls to 4-3 after a 49-42 defeat at the hands of a struggling LSU team. David Waters reviews the Gators' issues stopping the Tigers' ground attack and the emergence of Anthony Richardson at the QB position. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com ------- Commit to The Gator Collective and create opportunities for student-athletes earn compensation for the name, image, and likeness. Want to help the Gators in recruiting? It can start here! https://www.thegatorcollective.com/?via=gatorsbreakdown Gators Breakdown receives a commission on donations made by our listeners to the Gator Collective. Graham Media Group and its television stations are not affiliated with or a sponsor of The Gator Collective." ------- Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code GATORSBREAK20 at https://www.manscaped.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida (4-2) travels to Baton Rouge to face-off against a LSU Tigers team trying to find their way after a 3-3 start David Waters is joined by Blake Ruffino (Are You Serious Sports) to preview what is going wrong for LSU so far this season and all the drama surrounding their head coach Ed Orgeron. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com ------- Commit to The Gator Collective and create opportunities for student-athletes earn compensation for the name, image, and likeness. Want to help the Gators in recruiting? It can start here! https://www.thegatorcollective.com/?via=gatorsbreakdown Gators Breakdown receives a commission on donations made by our listeners to the Gator Collective. Graham Media Group and its television stations are not affiliated with or a sponsor of The Gator Collective." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the halfway point of the season, the Gators sit 4-2 and quarterbacks Emory Jones and Anthony Richardson are showing growth according to Dan Mullen. Heading into the two biggest tests remaining on the schedule in LSU and Georgia, Florida needs that growth to continue. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to discuss the development of the signal-callers so far this season. Also, the two chat about the Florida run game and the dismissal of defensive back Elijah Blades. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com -------------------------- Commit to The Gator Collective and create opportunities for student-athletes earn compensation for the name, image, and likeness. Want to help the Gators in recruiting? It can start here! https://www.thegatorcollective.com/?via=gatorsbreakdown The Gator Collective is an agreement with Gators Breakdown. Graham Media Group is not affiliated with, or a sponsor, of The Gator Collective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're hearing from Gators Breakdown listeners after Florida's 42-0 win over Vanderbilt. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a 42-0 victory for the Gators over the Commodores, but it was also another inconsistent performance from Florida. David Waters reviews the win over Vanderbilt. While inconsistent, there were some signs of progress by the Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Commit to The Gator Collective and create opportunities for student-athletes earn compensation for the name, image, and likeness. Want to help the Gators in recruiting? It can start here! https://www.thegatorcollective.com/?via=gatorsbreakdown The Gator Collective is an agreement with Gators Breakdown. Graham Media Group is not affiliated with, or a sponsor, of The Gator Collective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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After taking the loss to Kentucky last week, Florida hosts Vanderbilt in a game where the Gators should have no issue bouncing back. David Waters previews the 2-3 Commodores under first year head coach Clark Lea. Also, David releases the Gators Breakdown Plus Q & A feature out for the entire Gators Breakdown audience. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Staring at a 3-2 record so far this season, all of the big goals for the 2021 season are pretty much dashed for the Gators. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to look at the potential for the rest of the season as Florida looks to rebound with much of the season still to play. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida traveled to Kentucky and floundered their way to the second loss of the season. David Waters takes a look back at the uninspired performance, starting at the top, for the Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida and Kentucky have had some dramatic games the last few times they've matched-up, especially in Lexington. This year's game looks to bring more of those moments in the series. David Waters is joined by Kevin McGuffey (Last Word on College Football) to preview the Wildcats. Kentucky is 4-0 so far this season and bring a tough, physical brand of football. How do the Gators stack up? JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With three home games, and one in the friendly confines of Tampa, the Gators take their first trip out of the state of Florida to take on Kentucky. David Waters and Will Miles discuss the status of a few players that have been banged up the last couple of weeks and Emory Jones making his first true road game start versus the Wildcats. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida bounces back from last week's loss to Alabama with a 38-14 victory over Tennessee. David Waters takes a look back at clunky performance where quarterback Emory Jones continues to show improvement and the rushing attack piles up more yards. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida looks to bounce back from their first loss of the season as Tennessee rolls into Gainesville for a Saturday night tilt. David Waters is joined by, former Tennessee wide receiver, Jayson Swain (The Swain Event) to preview the new-look Volunteers under head coach Josh Heupel. The Vols are 2-1 on the season and stats say they'll bring a defense that can stop the rush. Will the Florida ground attack step up again? JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Gator Nation is still abuzz after Florida's 31-29 loss to top-ranked Alabama. While there are a lot of positives Florida can take away from a close loss to Alabama last Saturday, Dan Mullen says, "We've got to win the game. We didn't win the game. That's the bottom line. There's no moral victory." David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) discuss what Florida can takeaway from their performance vs Alabama and how to apply moving on to Tennessee. Also, hear from fans on their outlook of the Gators after the Alabama game. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida suffers their first loss of the season 31-29 at the hands of the Alabama Crimson Tide. In what was labeled as a "measuring stick" game, the Gators measured up to the top-ranked team in the country. David Waters takes a look back at the emotional rollercoaster of a game. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The top-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide travel to Gainesville to battle the Florida Gators in what can be a career-defining win for head coach Dan Mullen. Join David Waters as he previews the Alabama Crimson Tide with Alabama insider Kevin Hagan. David also lays out his path to a Gator victory over Nick Saban and his Crimson Tide. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The game Gator Nation has been waiting for is here as the Gators host Alabama Crimson Tide this Saturday. Dan Mullen says this game is a good "measuring stick" for this team at this point of the season. David Waters and Will Miles take a look at the magnitude of the biggest game in The Swamp in years. Also, the two dive into Anthony Richardson's status for the game and other storylines surrounding the team ahead of the big matchup. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida gets their second win of the season 42-20 over the USF Bulls, but the same questions about the quarterback position still linger as Anthony Richardson outplays Emory Jones once again. David Waters takes a look back at the good and bad from the victory. Also, David dives into the performance of both QBs and why Richardson should be the starter moving forward. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida travels to Tampa to take on the USF Bulls in what should be an easy win for the Gators. Even with a predicted blow-out win, plenty of storylines are present in the Gators' second game of the season. Join David Waters as he previews USF and his outlook for Florida position by position. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Florida starts their preparation ahead of Saturday's game vs USF, the conversation of QB play is already the hot topic among, and outside, of Gator Nation. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) dive into the QB conversation themselves and maybe what to expect this week from the position. Other topics discussed are the good start from the OL and the veteran players on the team. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The first game of the 2021 season is in the books, but it didn't go the way many thought it would for the Gators. Quarterback Emory Jones didn't have the best performance in his first start, while backup Anthony Richardson electrified the crowd with some nice running plays. David Waters takes a look back at the Gators vs the Owls and discusses Jones' struggles. Also, David hits on the success of the run game overall and the up and down performance of the defense. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida's first opponent of the season will be an experienced one. The FAU Owls will roll into Gainesville Saturday night to take on the Gators with many returning starters on both sides of the ball. David Waters is joined by Zachary Weinburger (FAU Beat Reporter for Lemon City Live) to break down the FAU Owls. David also goes position by position in what he's looking for in the Gators' 2021 season opener. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a secretive spring and fall, but it's finally game week for the 2021 Gators! David Waters is joined by Will Miles (Read and Reaction) to take a look at the first depth chart and a new grad transfer addition. Also, the two share their predictions for the season. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Florida QB Coach, Garrick McGee, left very little doubt when discussing the QBs, "Emory is the number one quarterback." David Waters is joined by Neil Blackmon (Saturday Down South) to break down McGee's thoughts on Emory Jones and Anthony Richardson. Also, the two examine the Gators' secondary trying to get back to elite status. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gators aren't a trendy CFP pick like they were last season, but ESPN says Florida can still impact the CFP race this season. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) looks at games of consequence for the Gators. Also, former Florida tight end Ben Troupe hops on to preview his new book, "Uncommon and Unfinished: The Ben Troupe Story" and previews the 2021 Gators. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gators have reached the final week of fall camp and held the team's final scrimmage this past Sunday in prep for the 2021 season. David Waters has the latest coming out of that final scrimmage and what Dan Mullen had to say heading into the last week of camp. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's going to be change in Florida's offense for the 2021 season. After a couple of seasons relying on the passing attack to carry that side of the ball, reverting back to a run approach means more of an emphasis on an aspect that has struggled in those same seasons. On this episode of Gators Breakdown, join David Waters and hear from OL coach John Hevesy and OL Richard Gouraige and Ethan White on the steps that are being taken in getting confidence up front. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida definitely has no shortage of running backs heading into the 2021 season, but in order to get on the field, the coaches are looking for more than just running the ball. David Waters breaks down what running backs coach Greg Knox expressed to his ball carriers about all aspects of playing the position. Also, Malik Davis shares his thoughts on the running back room and Tre'Vez Johnson dives into playing the STAR position on defense. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida head coach Dan Mullen doesn't shy away from saying he has two capable QBs in leading the Florida offense in 2021. It's Emory Jones' job, but Mullen praises Anthony Richardson and his performance in the team's latest scrimmage. David Waters and Will Miles react to Dan Mullen's comments on his top two signal-callers. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trend from spring football continues into the first scrimmage of fall camp. The Florida defense showed up and showed out in the team's first fall scrimmage of the 2021 season. David Waters details the notes coming out of the scrimmage and talks the recent commitment of 2022 LB EJ Lightsey. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first week of 2021 fall camp is coming to a close for the Gators and the week is ending with the unfortunate news of CB Jaydon Hill tearing his ACL. David Waters breaks down what that means for the CB and who fills in for Hill. Also, hear more from Dan Mullen, David Turner, Jacob Copeland, and Antonio Valentino. Topics include: Veterans on the defensive line leading the way Copeland's relationship with past WRs Eguakun making moves at center Return specialists JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code GATORSBREAK at https://www.manscaped.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christian Robinson says "versatility" is what he look for in a linebacker for the University. In today's college football, players need to be able to adapt to what opposing offenses are doing without coming off the field. David Waters and Will Miles (Read and Reaction) discuss the versatile pieces Florida has on that second level of the defense. Also, hear from defensive linemen Gervon Dexter and DaQuan Newkirk on the new-look defensive line and how they are coming together. Plus, Brett Ciancia from Pick Six Previews hops on to get his thoughts on the Gators. Brett had Florida in the CFP last season, but where does he have the Gators ranked in his top-rated preview for 2021? JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's finally Emory Jones turn to lead the Gators offense. While he admits he didn't think it would take this long, Jones is ready. David Waters breaks down what the quarterback had to say in his first press conference with the media this fall camp. Also, Tim Brewster and Kemore Gamble share how the tight end room moves forward without Kyle Pitts. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Florida's defense is going to rebound from a disappointing 2020 season, the group will have to come together much better than they did last season. David Waters breaks down what Todd Grantham, Kaiir Elam, and Mohamoud Diabate had to say about the defense's growth so far and how certain players help are helping in the process. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code GATORSBREAK at https://www.manscaped.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear from Dan Mullen and players as they prepare for the 2021 season. Fall camp will have a few position battles that will be key to the Gators' season. JOIN Gators Breakdown Plus: https://gatorsbreakdown.supportingcast.fm/ Get Gators Breakdown merch: https://gatorsbreakdownmerch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices