According to Multiple reports, Florida has reached an agreement with Mississippi State head coach Dan Mullen to become the Gators next football coach. Mullen takes over a team that finished the season 4-7 and will look to rebuild the program and return it to national prominence. In the wake of Mullen’s hire, Florida recruiting targets reacted to the news via phone, text and Twitter. Below, is a collection of such reactions.

"I’m excited I’ve been hearing good things about him and what he’s done in the past for UF." -- Florida commit Frank Ladson

"I'm just letting God show me the way." -- Florida commit Richard Gouraige, who is still considering Auburn

"I'm looking forward to meeting coach Mullen and now that over let’s get to work."-- Florida commit Amari Burney.

"Coach Mullen seems like a great guy. Just going to take this 1 day at a time and also see who he brings in with him on his staff. I need to see how they recruit me. I will also visit other schools during this time as well." -- Florida commit John Dunmore