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Three-Point Stance: Pac-12 must do a better job of keeping talent home

Three-Point Stance: Pac-12 must do a better job of keeping talent home

Bryce Young, the No. 1 overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, played high school football in California.

5/4/23
 • Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Six lessons from the 2023 NFL Draft

Tuesdays with Gorney: Six lessons from the 2023 NFL Draft

Former five-star Bijan Robinson was the first running back selected in the 2023 NFL Draft.

5/2/23
 • Adam Gorney
NFL Draft: Big Ten, SEC dominate while Pac-12 struggles

NFL Draft: Big Ten, SEC dominate while Pac-12 struggles

Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs was a surprising top-15 pick in last week's NFL Draft.

5/1/23
 • Adam Gorney
Trends and takeaways from the 2023 NFL Draft

Trends and takeaways from the 2023 NFL Draft

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young was the first overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.

4/29/23
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Duce Robinson, Bryce Young, 2026 West prospects

Three-Point Stance: Duce Robinson, Bryce Young, 2026 West prospects

The waiting game continues for Duce Robinson's decision.

3/10/23
 • Adam Gorney
Tuesdays with Gorney: Programs that are pleased after the NFL Combine

Tuesdays with Gorney: Programs that are pleased after the NFL Combine

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson impressed at the NFL Combine.

3/7/23
 • Adam Gorney
NFL Combine: Pac-12 memories, storylines, hits and misses

NFL Combine: Pac-12 memories, storylines, hits and misses

Oregon DB Christian Gonzalez is one of six Ducks who has been invited to the combine.

2/24/23
 • Adam Gorney
NFL Combine: SEC memories, storylines, hits and misses

NFL Combine: SEC memories, storylines, hits and misses

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young could be the first quarterback selected in the 2023 NFL Draft.

2/21/23
 • Adam Gorney
West Spotlight: Biggest rankings questions

West Spotlight: Biggest rankings questions

Nico Iamaleava is the No. 1 QB in California - for now. Will Malachi Nelson be able to overtake him in the rankings?

10/14/22
 • Adam Gorney
Rivals Preseason All-America Team: Offense

Rivals Preseason All-America Team: Offense

Bryce Young was Rivals' No. 1 QB in the 2020 class, and he's continued to impress at Alabama.

7/26/22
 • Adam Gorney
Five thoughts on the 2023 TE class

Five thoughts on the 2023 TE class

Four-star Duce Robinson is the top-ranked tight end in the 2023 class.

7/7/22
 • Adam Gorney
Re-examining Five-Star prospects during Kirby Smart's tenure

Re-examining Five-Star prospects during Kirby Smart's tenure

We look back at every five-star Kirby Smart has landed during his tenure at the University of Georgia.

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4/13/22
 • Trent Smallwood
Five 2024 recruits from the Midwest with five-star potential

Five 2024 recruits from the Midwest with five-star potential

A look at five 2024 prospects from the Midwest who could potentially earn a five-star rating.

4/4/22
 • Clint Cosgrove
UGA vs. Alabama: Breaking down the rosters' star rankings

UGA vs. Alabama: Breaking down the rosters' star rankings

Both teams are loaded with five-star talent, including Tide QB Bryce Young.

12/3/21
 • Adam Gorney
Three-Point Stance: Kirby Smart, underappreciated players, coaches

Three-Point Stance: Kirby Smart, underappreciated players, coaches

The Georgia Bulldogs have an excellent chance to snap a 40-year streak this season and win the national title.

6/7/21
 • Mike Farrell
At his size, Darnell Washington 'could transcend the game at tight end'

At his size, Darnell Washington 'could transcend the game at tight end'

Darnell Washington is at a size unheard of as a receiving tight end, creating matchup problems in the process.

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5/26/21
 • Jason Butt
Rivals Rankings Turn 20: The top No. 1 classes in our history

Rivals Rankings Turn 20: The top No. 1 classes in our history

Nick Saban and staff has won nearly half of the Rivals recruiting titles since the rankings began 20 years ago.

5/17/21
 • Adam Gorney
Fact or Fiction: UGA can win a title without George Pickens

Fact or Fiction: UGA can win a title without George Pickens

The Bulldogs' dynamic wide receiver suffered an ACL injury this week.

3/26/21
 • Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: Transfer portal, under pressure, tight ends

Three-Point Stance: Transfer portal, under pressure, tight ends

Arik Gilbert's move to Florida may be the most notable transfer of the entire offseason.

2/11/21
 • Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: Florida will take lead for Tristan Leigh after visit

Fact or Fiction: Florida will take lead for Tristan Leigh after visit

Five-star Tristan Leigh, considered an Oklahoma lean, will visit Florida this weekend.

12/10/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Grading active five-star WRs, TEs and ATHs in college football

Grading active five-star WRs, TEs and ATHs in college football

USC's Amon-Ra St. Brown has been quietly productive for the Trojans.

11/25/20
 • Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: Georgia's offensive recruiting could decline

Fact or Fiction: Georgia's offensive recruiting could decline

Georgia quarterback commit Brock Vandagriff will likely have an opportunity to play right away in 2021.

11/9/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Breaking down Alabama-Georgia showdown by recruiting rankings

Breaking down Alabama-Georgia showdown by recruiting rankings

Najee Harris is one of 12 former five-star prospects on Alabama's roster.

10/17/20
 • Adam Gorney
Monday Morning Quarterback

Monday Morning Quarterback

Why is UCLA and the Pac-12 losing the region's best talent...

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9/28/20
 • Rick Kimbrel
Ten key prospects that left Georgia for college

Ten key prospects that left Georgia for college

Trevor Lawrence is one of several current and former Clemson Tigers that hail from the Peach State.

9/21/20
 • Mike Farrell
West Spotlight: Cities that are surprising hotbeds of talent

West Spotlight: Cities that are surprising hotbeds of talent

Talent in the West is found far beyond Los Angeles.

9/17/20
 • Adam Gorney
West Spotlight: 2023 prospects emerging as top recruits

West Spotlight: 2023 prospects emerging as top recruits

Pierce Clarkson looks like he's poised to become a top QB talent in the state of California.

9/3/20
 • Adam Gorney
Newcomer jersey numbers released

Newcomer jersey numbers released

Georgia released its updated roster with new jersey numbers Tuesday night and there were a couple of items of note.

7/21/20
 • Anthony Dasher
The past, present and future of the SEC at each position

The past, present and future of the SEC at each position

Ja'Marr Chase was arguably the top receiver in college football last season.

6/2/20
 • Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: Best recent commits, 2020's top trios, more

Three-Point Stance: Best recent commits, 2020's top trios, more

Linebacker Barrett Carter was yet another big victory for the Clemson Tigers.

5/21/20
 • Mike Farrell
Ranking the Contenders: Moliki Matavao

Ranking the Contenders: Moliki Matavao

Four-star Moliki Matavao is the top-ranked 2021 prospect in the state of Nevada.

4/16/20
 • Adam Gorney
Ask Farrell: Which SEC freshmen will impress in 2020?

Ask Farrell: Which SEC freshmen will impress in 2020?

Alabama QB Bryce Young is just one of many players Farrell thinks will make an impact in the talent-laden conference.

3/18/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Ask Farrell: Can Vols keep elite TEs home?

Ask Farrell: Can Vols keep elite TEs home?

Four-star Hudson Wolfe is the top-ranked tight end in the 2021 class.

3/4/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Commit Fit: Which SEC signees found the best situations?

Commit Fit: Which SEC signees found the best situations?

No SEC-bound tight end fits with his future program better than five-star Arik Gilbert.

2/25/20
 • Mike Farrell
Pac-12: Winners and losers from the 2020 recruiting cycle

Pac-12: Winners and losers from the 2020 recruiting cycle

Justin Flowe and the Oregon Ducks are the class of the Pac-12.

2/13/20
 • Adam Gorney
Best of the Best: Top TE classes in 2020 cycle

Best of the Best: Top TE classes in 2020 cycle

LSU leads the way with the nation's top TE class, thanks to additions such as Arik Gilbert.

2/13/20
 • Chad Simmons
Three-Point Stance: Rankings, top returning QBs

Three-Point Stance: Rankings, top returning QBs

Mike Farrell offers some final thoughts on the 2020 rankings as National Signing Day nears.

1/28/20
 • Mike Farrell
Rivals250 released: What were the biggest debates, decisions?

Rivals250 released: What were the biggest debates, decisions?

The final Rivals250 for the 2020 class is in the books. Our recruiting analysts talk about the debates and discussions.

1/22/20
 • Rivals.com
Fact or Fiction: Feleipe Franks is a good fit at Arkansas

Fact or Fiction: Feleipe Franks is a good fit at Arkansas

Other topics up for discussion include four-star Kayshon Boutte and the hype surrounding Zach Evans.

1/22/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Ask Farrell: How special are the two 5-star TEs in 2020 class?

Ask Farrell: How special are the two 5-star TEs in 2020 class?

LSU signee Arik Gilbert is the No. 1 tight end, followed by Georgia signee Darnell Washington.

1/22/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Mind of Mike: Farrell's thoughts on new Rivals100

Mind of Mike: Farrell's thoughts on new Rivals100

Mike Farrell weighs in on the final update to the 2020 Rivals100.

1/21/20
 • Mike Farrell
Rival Views: Should there be more than one five-star TE in 2020?

Rival Views: Should there be more than one five-star TE in 2020?

Tight ends Arik Gilbert and Darnell Washington are both currently ranked as five-stars.

1/18/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: Baylor, Miss. State signees should be allowed to transfer

Fact or Fiction: Baylor, Miss. State signees should be allowed to transfer

What will happen to the prospects that signed with Baylor and Mississippi State in December?

1/8/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: USC recruiting is improving

Fact or Fiction: USC recruiting is improving

USC got a big addition at the All-American Bowl, but does that mean the Trojans' recruiting efforts are trending up?

1/6/20
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
All-American Bowl Week: Schools that should be pleased

All-American Bowl Week: Schools that should be pleased

We look at seven teams should be very pleased by the performances of their future players in San Antonio all week.

1/5/20
 • Sam Spiegelman
Under Armour All-America Week: Winners and losers

Under Armour All-America Week: Winners and losers

Tyreak Sapp is one of several Gators who may see his ranking shoot up after the week in Orlando.

1/3/20
 • Rob Cassidy
UA All-America Game Week: The Farrell Awards

UA All-America Game Week: The Farrell Awards

The Under Armour All-America Game is in the books and as usual we wrap things up with the Farrell Awards.

1/3/20
 • Mike Farrell
Mind of Mike: Observations from the UA All-America Game

Mind of Mike: Observations from the UA All-America Game

Mike Farrell weighs in with his first impressions from Thursday night's all-star game.

1/2/20
 • Mike Farrell
UA All-America Game/Future 50: Programs that should be pleased

UA All-America Game/Future 50: Programs that should be pleased

Arian Smith's speed was just one reason Georgia fans had to be excited.

1/2/20
 • Rob Cassidy
Analysis: UGA lands five-star TE Darnell Washington

Analysis: UGA lands five-star TE Darnell Washington

Adam Gorney breaks down five-star tight end Darnell Washington and his commitment to the Bulldogs.

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1/2/20
 • David Berry and Adam Gorney
Five-star TE Darnell Washington goes with Georgia

Five-star TE Darnell Washington goes with Georgia

The big, athletic tight end kept most guessing until the end of his commitment.

1/2/20
 • Adam Friedman
UA All-America Game: Schedule, predictions for commitments

UA All-America Game: Schedule, predictions for commitments

The Under Armour All America Game is Thursday night and with it, as usual, come some players declaring for schools.

1/1/20
 • Mike Farrell
Ask Farrell: Thoughts after scouting 5-star TE Darnell Washington

Ask Farrell: Thoughts after scouting 5-star TE Darnell Washington

Five-star Las Vegas tight end Darnell Washington is turning heads at the Under Armour practice week.

12/31/19
 • Mike Farrell, Adam Gorney
Mind of Gorney: Thoughts on All-American Bowl Media Day

Mind of Gorney: Thoughts on All-American Bowl Media Day

Kelee Ringo's highly-anticipated announcement is just a few days away.

12/30/19
 • Adam Gorney
Mind of Mike: Thoughts from Day 2 of UA All-America Game

Mind of Mike: Thoughts from Day 2 of UA All-America Game

Zachary Evans made a big impression on the second day of Under Armour All-America Game practice.

12/30/19
 • Mike Farrell
Five-star tight end Darnell Washington previews upcoming decision

Five-star tight end Darnell Washington previews upcoming decision

Darnell Washington previews his upcoming announcement and discusses what factors led to his ultimate decision

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12/30/19
 • Trent Smallwood
Swamp Talk: Observations from practice No. 1 of UA All-America week

Swamp Talk: Observations from practice No. 1 of UA All-America week

Observations from the first practice of Under Armour All-America week.

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12/30/19
 • Corey Bender
Mind of Mike: Thoughts from Day 1 of UA All-America Game

Mind of Mike: Thoughts from Day 1 of UA All-America Game

Haynes King was one of the top quarterback performers on Day 1 of UA All-America practice.

12/29/19
 • Mike Farrell
UA All-America Game Week: Awards from Day 1 of practice

UA All-America Game Week: Awards from Day 1 of practice

Avantae Williams excelled during Sunday's practice.

12/29/19
 • Rob Cassidy and Chad Simmons
UA All-America Game: Prospects predict where uncommitted will go

UA All-America Game: Prospects predict where uncommitted will go

Predictions from Under Armour All-America Game players about where the uncommitted prospects there will land.

12/28/19
 • Rob Cassidy
Mind of Mike: UA All-America Game Media Day thoughts

Mind of Mike: UA All-America Game Media Day thoughts

Here are the thoughts of Rivals.com National Recruiting Director Mike Farrell after registration day at Under Armour.

12/28/19
 • Mike Farrell
Notebook: Highlights from the 2020 Under Armour All-America Media Day

Notebook: Highlights from the 2020 Under Armour All-America Media Day

GatorsTerritory takes a look at the highlights from the Under Armour All-America Media Day on Saturday.

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12/28/19
 • Joseph Hastings
Five-star Darnell Washington working to preserve intrigue

Five-star Darnell Washington working to preserve intrigue

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.  -- Darnell Washington’s recruitment is over. His letter of intent has been signed and sent.

12/28/19
 • Rob Cassidy
A pair of UF targets, nearly a handful of signees set to play in UAAA Game

A pair of UF targets, nearly a handful of signees set to play in UAAA Game

A pair of UF targets and nearly a handful of signees are set to play in the Under Armour All-America Game on Thursday.

12/27/19
 • Joseph Hastings
NSD: Grading the SEC programs

NSD: Grading the SEC programs

Alabama picked up RB Jace McClellan late to strengthen its already loaded class.

12/24/19
 • Chad Simmons and Woody Wommack
Take Two: Can Georgia make another run at a recruiting title?

Take Two: Can Georgia make another run at a recruiting title?

The Bulldogs have won back-to-back team recruiting titles, but they need to make up some ground this time around.

12/23/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Ask Farrell: Which team in top 20 rankings is biggest surprise?

Ask Farrell: Which team in top 20 rankings is biggest surprise?

Mike Farrell also addresses which program is poised to make some noise in the coming weeks.

12/23/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: Zachary Evans will end up in Georgia's class

Fact or Fiction: Zachary Evans will end up in Georgia's class

Our analysts also address Clemson's recruiting class and Trevor Lawrence vs. Justin Fields.

12/23/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
NSD: Top unsigned wide receivers/tight ends

NSD: Top unsigned wide receivers/tight ends

Five-star tight end Darnell Washington plans to announce at the Under Armour All-America Game.

12/22/19
 • Rob Cassidy
NSD: Top uncommitted prospects heading into February

NSD: Top uncommitted prospects heading into February

Kelee Ringo is one of just three five-star prospects that remain uncommitted and unsigned heading into February.

12/19/19
 • Sam Spiegelman
National Signing Day: Rumor mill working overtime as NSD nears

National Signing Day: Rumor mill working overtime as NSD nears

Will four-star Donnell Harris stick with his commitment to Texas A&M or ink with Florida?

12/17/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Darnell Washington will wait till Feb. to sign; UM "very realistic option"

Darnell Washington will wait till Feb. to sign; UM "very realistic option"

The latest with 5-star TE Darnell Washington, his situation and the Hurricanes? Don't miss this.

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12/17/19
 • Matt Shodell
Top Three Early Signing Period Storylines for the Florida Gators

Top Three Early Signing Period Storylines for the Florida Gators

With ESP right around the corner, we take a look at the most notable storylines surrounding the Gators this week.

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12/17/19
 • Joseph Hastings
NSD Preview: Five teams in the spotlight

NSD Preview: Five teams in the spotlight

Georgia is hoping its late haul will include five-star Kelee Ringo.

12/17/19
 • Adam Gorney
National Signing Day: Rivals100 Rumor Mill

National Signing Day: Rivals100 Rumor Mill

The rumor mill is running overtime as National Signing Day approaches.

12/17/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: Chase Young should have been higher than 4th in Heisman

Fact or Fiction: Chase Young should have been higher than 4th in Heisman

Ohio State's defensive star may have been shortchanged by voters.

12/16/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
VIDEO: Nation's top tight end Darnell Washington talks final official visit

VIDEO: Nation's top tight end Darnell Washington talks final official visit

Five-star tight end Darnell Washington discusses his official visit to Tennessee. 

12/15/19
 • Jesse Simonton
Ask Farrell: Which visits are the most intriguing?

Ask Farrell: Which visits are the most intriguing?

There are just five uncommitted five-stars as National Signing Day approaches.

12/15/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Ask Farrell: Who could become five-stars after all-star events?

Ask Farrell: Who could become five-stars after all-star events?

The All-America Game and the All-American Bowl will provide prime opportunities for elite players to shine.

12/13/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
National Signing Day: Coaches who need to hit home runs

National Signing Day: Coaches who need to hit home runs

For various reasons, there's a lot riding on the line for these five guys.

12/13/19
 • Josh Helmholdt
Ask Farrell: Which program will have the strongest 2020 finish?

Ask Farrell: Which program will have the strongest 2020 finish?

National Signing Day is less than a week away, and there are still nine top-50 prospects that are undecided.

12/12/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Five-star TE's coach says in-home visit with Mullen was 'very informative'

Five-star TE's coach says in-home visit with Mullen was 'very informative'

5-star TE's coach says UF in-home visit was "very informative," and details Dan Mullen's pitch during the conversation.

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12/10/19
 • Joseph Hastings
Inside peek at Darnell Washington's official visit

Inside peek at Darnell Washington's official visit

We catch up with the mentor of 5-star TE Darnell Washington for an inside look at how his Cane visit went.

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12/8/19
 • Matt Shodell
Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2020 WR/TE rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2020 WR/TE rankings

Julian Fleming, an Ohio State commit, checks in at No. 1, but he's not the Buckeyes' only 5-star WR.

12/5/19
 • Sam Spiegelman
5-star TE sets visit: “We wouldn’t be visiting if Miami didn’t have chance"

5-star TE sets visit: “We wouldn’t be visiting if Miami didn’t have chance"

5-star TE Darnell Washington got a visit from Stephen Field today and has set his Cane visit for this weekend.

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12/3/19
 • Matt Shodell
Rivals Rankings Roundtable: Most interesting recruitments

Rivals Rankings Roundtable: Most interesting recruitments

Our stable of analysts predicts the prospects who might have some recruiting twists and turns ahead of them.

11/13/19
 • Staff
Five-star TE Darnell Washington back from 'Bama

Five-star TE Darnell Washington back from 'Bama

Darnell Washington was one of many elite prospects at the LSU-Alabama game this weekend.

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11/11/19
 • Adam Gorney
Ask Farrell: Did LSU or Alabama have the better recruiting weekend?

Ask Farrell: Did LSU or Alabama have the better recruiting weekend?

Did LSU win on and off the field Saturday?

11/11/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Take Two: Can Bama take lead for five-star TE Darnell Washington?

Take Two: Can Bama take lead for five-star TE Darnell Washington?

A 6-foot-7, 255-pound tight end who can move and make plays, Washington is considered a Georgia lean.

11/8/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: Teams you can't trust, maximizing talent, TEs

Three-Point Stance: Teams you can't trust, maximizing talent, TEs

Mike Farrell looks at teams that have lost his trust and teams that have gained trust this season.

10/31/19
 • Mike Farrell
Ongoing Recruiting Battles Between Florida and Georgia

Ongoing Recruiting Battles Between Florida and Georgia

GatorsTerritory looks at current recruiting battles between UF and UGA, and we predict where each prospect will end up.

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10/30/19
 • Joseph Hastings
No. 2 TE in 2021 class is intrigued by Kyle Pitts' success under Mullen

No. 2 TE in 2021 class is intrigued by Kyle Pitts' success under Mullen

The second-ranked tight end in the class of 2021 has been keeping close tabs on Florida's tight end play.

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10/28/19
 • Corey Bender
Roundtable: Which team could finish strong before Early Signing Period?

Roundtable: Which team could finish strong before Early Signing Period?

Five-star Justin Flowe will help one program finish strong heading into the Early Signing Period.

10/22/19
 • Staff
Three-Point Stance: Big commits, rankings questions, freshmen

Three-Point Stance: Big commits, rankings questions, freshmen

Mike Farrell breaks down several recent commitments in today's Three-Point Stance.

10/17/19
 • Mike Farrell
Fact or Fiction: TEs Gilbert, Washington will end up in SEC

Fact or Fiction: TEs Gilbert, Washington will end up in SEC

Is it just a matter of time before the two five-star tight ends commit to schools in the SEC?

10/9/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Commitment predictions for the seven uncommitted five-stars

Commitment predictions for the seven uncommitted five-stars

Justin Flowe will be playing college football in the ACC if Mike Farrell's prediction is correct.

10/8/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Rival Views: Which program is in line for a fantastic 2020 finish?

Rival Views: Which program is in line for a fantastic 2020 finish?

Arik Gilbert's college commitment could end up deciding which program finishes atop the Rivals.com team rankings.

10/7/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Take Two: Has Florida taken the lead for Darnell Washington?

Take Two: Has Florida taken the lead for Darnell Washington?

Five-star tight end Darnell Washington visited Florida over the weekend.

10/7/19
 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Five-star TE Darnell Washington details official visit to the Swamp

Five-star TE Darnell Washington details official visit to the Swamp

Five-star TE Darnell Washington breaks down his official visit to the University of Florida.

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10/6/19
 • Corey Bender
Over a dozen Rivals250 targets, several commits set to be at UF on Saturday

Over a dozen Rivals250 targets, several commits set to be at UF on Saturday

GatorsTerritory previews UF's upcoming list of visitors for Saturday's game against Auburn.

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10/4/19
 • Joseph Hastings