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Meet new Gators from transfer portal: UF adds explosive receiver

GAINESVILLE — New Gators coach Jon Sumrall inherited a four-win team with a roster in need of a massive overhaul.

The transfer portal, which opened Friday, allows programs to accelerate the rebuilding process and replace departing players — more than 30 in Florida’s case.

After signing a 2026 recruiting class ranked 16th nationally while he still coached the Green Wave to a CFP berth, Sumrall and his staff turned their attention to the 15-day transfer portal window Jan. 2-16.

Here’s a look at whom the Gators have signed:

WR Jaylen Lloyd, Oklahoma State (committed Jan.