Florida football transfer tracker, latest news on Jon Sumrall's first roster
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The Florida football 2025 roster remains a work in progress.
Coming off a 4-8 season, changes are in store as the Florida Gators enter a new era under first-year coach Jon Sumrall.
Already, more than 20 Florida players have announced their intentions to enter the portal, including starting quarterback DJ Lagway, starting wide receiver Eugene Wilson III, starting tight end Hayden Hansen, starting safety Jordan Castell and starting defensive tackle Michai Boireau.
The FBS transfer portal opens Friday, January 2, and runs through Friday, January 16, a window in which players can officially be in contact with other schools. Florida players who are in the portal can re-sign with UF during that time or choose to sign with other schools.
Florida will likely be in the market for at least one more quarterback, along with help to fill holes on the offensive and defensive lines, at punter and kicker and in the secondary.
Transfer players Florida football is eyeing or has added from the portal
Georgia Tech QB Aaron Philo
Philo announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal on December 17 and has a connection with new UF offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner, having played under Faulkner for two seasons with the Yellow Jackets. He's thrown for 938 yards with 2 TDs to 3 interceptions over two seasons while rushing for 95 yards and 1 TD as the backup to starting Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King.
Florida football players who have announced their return to UF for 2026
Florida football QB Tramell Jones Jr.
Jones announced his intentions to return to UF in a social media post on December 30. The 6-foot-0, 203-pound Jones appeared in two games for UF, completing 21 of 35 passes for 191 yards and 2 TDs. Jones will enter 2026 as a redshirt freshman with four years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Dallas Wilson
Wilson announced his intentions to return in a social media post on December 31, citing a "revenge season." In four games, the 6-2, 213-pound Wilson recorded 12 catches for 174 yards and 3 TDs in a season that was cut short due to a broken foot.
Florida football WR Vernell Brown III
Brown announced his intentions to return for his sophomore season in a social media post on December 26. The 5-foot-11, 178-pound Brown appeared in 10 games with six starts as a true freshman in 2025, earning freshman All-SEC honors with a team-high 40 receptions for 512 yards. Brown also proved valuable on special teams, adding 261 yards on punt and kickoff returns with a punt return long of 40 yards.
Florida football LB Myles Graham:
Graham was one of the first UF players to announce his intentions to come back to Florida Victorious on Dec. 16. The 6-1, 228-pound Graham led UF in tackles (76) and tackles for loss (7) in 2025.
Florida football DB Cormani McClain
McClain announced his intentions to return to UF in a social media post on December 31. A redshirt sophomore and former 5-star recruit from Lakeland who transferred in from Colorado, McClain has recorded two career interceptions at UF, including one returned for a TD.
Florida football EDGE LJ McCray
McCray announced his intentions to return to UF to Florida Victorious on December 30. The 6-foot-6, 268-pound McCray, a former five-star recruit from Mainland High in Daytona Beach, appeared in just one game in 2025 before being sidelined with a broken foot. In 14 career games, McCray has recorded six quarterback hurries and half a sack. McCray will enter the 2026 season as a redshirt sophomore with three years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football LB Aaron Chiles
Chiles announced his intentions to return to Florida in a social media post on December 24. The 6-foot-3, 244-pound Chiles appeared in 25 games over two seasons with 3.5 career tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. A sophomore and former Under Armour All-American, Chiles has two years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football DB Dijon Johnson
Johnson announced his decision to return to UF in a social media post on December 24. The 6-1 204-pound Johnson has made nine career starts over three seasons with three career pass breakups and one interception. A redshirt sophomore, Johnson has two years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football EDGE Kam James
James announced his decision to return to UF in a social media post on December 30. A junior with one year of eligibility remaining, the 6-6, 270-pound James has posted 7.5 career tackles for loss and 4.5 career sacks.
Florida football S Bryce Thornton
Thornton announced his intentions to return in a social media post on December 31. A junior, the 5-10, 213-pound Thornton has started 22 games over three seasons, recording four career interceptions and a fumble recovery returned for a TD.
Florida football LB Jaden Robinson
Robinson announced his intentions to return to UF in a social media post on January 1. A junior from Lake City, the 6-0, 226-pound Robinson has started 17 games over three seasons, recording 7.5 career tackles for loss and 5.5 career sacks.
Florida football players who have entered the transfer portal
Florida football DB Aaron Gates
In three seasons, Gates appeared in 18 games and recorded 34 tackles, four tackles for loss, four pass deflections, three fumble recoveries and an interception. The redshirt sophomore had a promising 2024 season, but suffered a season-ending shoulder injury against Miami this year.
Florida football EDGE Jayden Woods
Jayden Woods, the true freshman edge rusher, who earned All-Freshman SEC honors, plans to enter the portal, according to a report by On3sports. The 6-foot-3, 248-pounder appeared in all 12 games for Florida this season, which featured him totaling 28 tackles, five tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and one interception. Woods, who has three years of eligibility remaining, was the first Gator true freshman to lead or co-lead in sacks since 1992.
Florida football DB Sharif Denson
The 5-foot-11, 195-pound Denson announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal in a social media post on Friday, December 26. A former Under Armour All-American from Bartram Trail High in Jacksonville, Denson made 17 starts in 36 games over three seasons at UF, recording 97 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks and 1 interception. A junior, Denson has one year of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Eugene Wilson III
The 5-10, 194-pound Wilson announced his intentions to enter the portal in a social media post on Wednesday, December 24. Wilson finished his UF career with 107 catches for 1,043 yards and 10 TDs. A redshirt sophomore, Wilson has two years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Naeshaun Montgomery
The 6-1, 189-pound Montgomery plans to enter the portal, according to a report from On3s Pete Nakos. A former Under Armour All-American, Montgomery appeared in four games for UF, making three catches for 26 yards. Montgomery preserved his redshirt by appearing in just four games and has four years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football DT Michai Boireau
The 6-foot-5, 349-pound Boireau announced his intentions to enter the portal in a social media post on Thursday, Dec. 18. Boireau appeared in 21 games with nine starts for UF over two seasons, recording 35 tackles, 2 sacks and a game-winning interception against Mississippi State.
A sophomore, Boireau has two years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football TE Hayden Hansen
The 6-8, 269-pound Hansen announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal in a social media post on Thursday, Dec. 18,
Hansen made 34 starts over the last three seasons at UF, recording 57 catches for 611 yards and 5 TDs. This past season, Hansen had 30 catches for 254 yards and 2 TDs. A redshirt junior, Hansen has one year of eligibility left.
Florida football LB Grayson 'Pup' Howard
The 6-4, 236-pound Howard announced his intentions to transfer in a social media post on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Howard appeared in 12 games over two seasons for UF, totaling 41 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 fumble recoveries and 1 fumble recovery. He started nine games in 2024 but appeared in just three games in 2025 due to an ankle injury. A redshirt junior, Howard has just one year of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Tank Hawkins
The 5-10, 178-pound Hawkins announced he's entering the transfer portal in a social media post on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Hawkins appeared in 11 games over two seasons for UF, recording 12 catches for 116 yards and 1 TD. He opted out of UF's final four games of the 2025 season to preserve his redshirt and as a redshirt freshman has three years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Aidan Mizell
Florida redshirt sophomore wide receiver Aidan Mizell announced his intentions to enter the portal in a social media post on Tuesday, Dec. 16.
The 6-2, 185-pound Mizell, from Boone High in Orlando, appeared in 21 games over three seasons with three starts, finishing with 36 catches for 379 yards and 3 TDs. He has two years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football QB DJ Lagway
Lagway announced his intentions to transfer on Monday, Dec. 15, in a social media post. A 2023 Gatorade High School player of the year from Willis High School in Willis, Texas, the 6-3, 247-pound Lagway went 10-9 as a starter for Florida, passed for 4,179 yards over two seasons with 28 TDs to 23 interceptions. Lagway also rushed for 237 yards and 1 TD for UF in two seasons.
A sophomore, Lagway has two seasons of eligibility remaining.
Florida football S Jordan Castell
Castell announced his intentions to enter the portal in a social media post on Monday, Dec. 15. A three-year starter at safety for UF, the 6-2, 213-pound Castell recorded 168 career tackles, 12 pass breakups, 3 interceptions and 1 sack.
Florida football RB KD Daniels
Daniels announced his intentions to transfer in a social media post on Monday, Dec. 15. A redshirt freshman, the 6-0, 203-pound Daniels rushed for 185 yards on 39 carries with 2 TDs over two seasons at UF.
A former 5A Mississippi Mr. Football from West Point, Mississippi, Daniels has three years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Muizz Tounkara
Tounkara announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal shorty after UF's season ended on Nov. 29. As a 6-3, 208-pound true freshman receiver from League City, Texas, Tounkara appeared in eight games for UF in 2025, finishing the year with two catches for 12 yards.
Florida football TE Amir Jackson
Florida football tight end Amir Jackson announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal, according to a social media post. A redshirt freshman, the 6-5, 235-pound Jackson appeared in 12 games for UF in 2025, finishing with three catches for 29 yards and a TD. He has three years of eligibility left. According to reports, Jackson is expected to re-sign with UF once the portal opens.
Florida football DL Tarvorise Brown
A JUCO transfer, Brown announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 10. The 6-foot-7, 296-pound Brown provided depth on UF's defensive line over the last two seasons, appearing in six games.
Florida football WR Mike Peterson Jr.
A freshman walk-on and son of UF edge rushers coach Mike Peterson, the 6-1, 164-pound Peterson didn't appear in any games this season. A three-star recruit, Peterson had 24 catches for 258 yards and 4 TDs at Fort White High during his senior season in 2024.
Florida football S Josiah Davis
Florida football redshirt freshman safety Josiah Davis announced his intentions to enter the portal in a social media post on Monday, Dec. 15.
The 6-0, 200-pound Davis appeared in five games over two seasons on defense and special teams for UF. He has three years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football DB Teddy Foster
The 6-1, 188-pound Foster announced his intentions to transfer in a social media post on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Foster appeared in 11 games on defense and special teams over two seasons at Florida, recording five tackles.
A redshirt freshman, Foster has three years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football OL Marcus Mascoll
The 6-5, 308-pound Mascoll announced his intentions to transfer in a social media post on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Mascoll did not appear in any games over two seasons at Florida. A four-star recruit from Snellville, Ga., Mascoll has three years of eligibility remaining following his redshirt freshman season.
Florida football CB Jamroc Grimlsey
The 6-2, 198-pound Grimsley announced his intentions to enter the portal in a social media post on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Grimsley appeared in five games over two seasons, making one start and recording one tackle. A redshirt freshman, Grimsley has three years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football WR Jackson Wade
The 5-11, 185-pound Wade, a walk-on and special teams contributor, announced his decision to enter the portal in a social media post on Monday, December 22. Wade appeared in 16 games over two seasons for UF, making one catch for 10 yards. A redshirt sophomore, Wade has two years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football OL Noel Portnjagin
The 6-foot-5, 306-pound Portnjagin, from Karlsruhe, Germany, announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal in a social media post on Tuesday, December 23. A redshirt freshman, Portnjagin appeared in one game in two seasons at UF, playing five snaps in the 2024 Gasparilla Bowl against Tulane. A redshirt freshman, Portnjagin has four years of eligibility remaining.
Florida football K Evan Noel
Noel announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal in a social media post on December 31. Coming out of Bay St. Louiss, Miss., with a five-star kicking rating, Noel spent his freshman season in 2025 backing up Trey Smack and did not appear in any games for UF in 2025.
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This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Florida football transfer tracker as Jon Sumrall builds first roster
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