The Florida Gators have roughly 5-and-a-half months before they’ll take the field for the first time under Jon Sumrall. That means, at this moment, there’s nothing set in stone on their depth chart. But everything Sumrall is learning from his players this spring will help him decide who gets the first crack at things come August.
On Tuesday, Sumrall provided some updates on the Gators’ practices. When asked about the quarterback competition, he declined to declare any one man had the early edge.
“Do we know who the starter is today? No. No clue,” Sumrall said, according to Florida reporter Scott Carter. “I like the room and how they are competing with each other. They are challenging each other.”
Sumrall spoke on multiple offensive players beyond the QB position. According to Carter, Sumrall is “very impressed” with running back Jaden Baugh’s coachability. He also has seen wide receiver Micah Mays “flash” in the sessions. On the injury front, wide receiver Dallas Wilson is out of his boot, and defensive lineman Joseph Mbatchou returned to the field.
Sumrall knows how rabid his new fanbase can be. So, while it could take time to build the program into a championship contender, he doesn’t want to waste time proving he’s the right man for the job. Florida opens its season versus Florida Atlantic on Sept. 5.
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