Florida picks up 2026 commitment from massive 4-star OL
By Andrew Olson
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Florida has landed a blue-chip commitment for its 2026 recruiting class.
Desmond Green is the newest Gator pledge. The lineman from South Carolina announced his plans to play for Billy Napier‘s program on Thursday. In a live ceremony, Green quipped about the summer heat before saying, “Gator Boys stay hot,” and revealing a UF shirt.
WATCH: The moment Desmond Green committed to Florida over Georgia and South Carolina.
— Nick Marcinko (@marcinko_nick) June 26, 2025
“It’s hot outside…good thing I’m used to the heat. Them Gator boys stay hot.” pic.twitter.com/a47beBdhxT
Out of St. Stephen (South Carolina) Timbrland High School, Green is listed at a massive 6-4, 354 pounds. He is rated 4-stars, the No. 9 player in the state of South Carolina, No. 33 interior offensive lineman and No. 393 prospect overall in the Class of 2026.
Green picked up scholarship offers from 20 programs during his recruitment, including Alabama, Clemson, Arkansas, Colorado, Auburn, Florida State, Kentucky, North Carolina, Oregon and Tennessee. Ahead of his big decision, he visited his top schools and chose Florida over South Carolina, Virginia Tech, Oklahoma and Georgia.
With Green on board, the Gators now have 14 verbal commitments in their 2026 recruiting class, which ranks No. 12 nationally on the Composite. Fans can get a preview of what Green brings to The Swamp by checking out his highlight reel:
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