The Florida Gators need a jolt within this current recruiting cycle as it pertains to offensive skill players.

There have been too many instances within the past few seasons in which the offensive side of the ball has failed to consistently produce in crucial moments. Whether this can be attributed to deficiencies from a talent or schematic standpoint, it’s been a major concern.

The state itself is one of the most talent-rich regions anywhere in the United States. There’s more than enough in the way of ability for the Gators to pull from. With two days until signing day, Florida has only one wide receiver commitment (Daquon Green). It’d surely love to add another pass-catcher to the mix.

On the surface, James Robinson appears to be a good fit. A native of Lakeland, the 4-star receiver is a beast. He’d help to complement Green and soon-to-be sophomore WR Tyrie Cleveland as a bigger, more physical option.

Robinson had offers from all across the country — until one unfortunate incident flipped his recruitment upside down.

During an official visit to Ohio State this past weekend, Robinson was cited for a misdemeanor possession of marijuana at an off-campus party. OSU and Oklahoma — two of Robinson’s top choices — have reportedly decided to part ways.

Florida would then appear ready to pounce on the chance to land Robinson. Head coach Jim McElwain even visited Robinson this past Friday — prior to the news of the citation becoming public.

However, a report from the Orlando Sentinel indicates that Florida will no longer be an option. A source indicated that McElwain reached out to Robinson’s high school on Monday — letting them know that UF will not be sending Robinson an official Letter of Intent for him to sign. This was a university administrative decision.

Robinson was a near-lock to sign with the Gators on Wednesday. As such, the staff is reportedly even trying to help Robinson find a home prior to National Signing Day on Feb. 1.

The question persists: Is Florida doing the right thing?

From a public relations standpoint, UF would have likely received some backlash from the media and rival fan bases had they chosen to take Robinson. Additionally, the prior history under former head coach Urban Meyer may have also had a role in not taking the 2017 prospect. The number of players arrested during the Meyer era reached double-digits.

On the other side of the coin, Robinson would instantly impact the football team. He’s a dynamic talent — and the sort of player UT doesn’t currently have within its wide receiver corps.

Conventional wisdom suggests that Florida could have taken Robinson — with the promise he’d curtail the off-the-field issues.

Alas, this match ultimately wasn’t meant to be.