Sad Departure: Florida Gators just announces the departure of key significant players including….

Multiple Gators Announce Departure Through Transfer Portal

With the NCAA transfer portal officially open from December 4 to January 2, the Florida Gators are witnessing a significant roster shake-up. Following a disappointing 5-7 season, 11 players from the Gators have entered the transfer portal, seeking new opportunities elsewhere.

Key Departures:

1. Kamari Wilson – The former five-star safety, who was highly touted coming out of IMG Academy in 2022, has decided to transfer. Wilson’s career at Florida started strong, with a notable 2022 season, but his playing time diminished in 2023 due to the emergence of freshmen players. He was removed from the depth chart and did not see action in the latter part of the season.
2. Chris McClellan – A sophomore defensive lineman, McClellan was a top prospect from Oklahoma in the 2022 class. He made contributions over his career with 46 tackles, two sacks, and one fumble recovery. McClellan originally signed under Dan Mullen but remained with the Gators under Billy Napier.

Other players who have entered the portal include:

• Jalen Farmer (OL, Redshirt Freshman)
• Max Brown (QB, Redshirt Freshman)
• Andrew Savaiinaea (TE, Redshirt Freshman)
• Will Norman (DL, Freshman)
• Caleb Douglas (WR, Sophomore)
• Keenan Landry (DL, Redshirt Sophomore)
• Adam Mihalek (K, Redshirt Sophomore)
• Jonathon Odom (TE, Redshirt Junior)
• Carlson Joseph (RB, Redshirt Sophomore)
• Jordan Herman (OL, Redshirt Sophomore)
• Thai Chiaokhiao-Bowman (WR, Sophomore)

Notable Transfers from Other Programs: The transfer portal has also seen high-profile players from other programs making headlines. Ohio State’s starting quarterback, Kyle McCord, who led the Buckeyes to an 11-1 season with impressive stats, is among the prominent names in the portal. Other notable transfers include:

• Walter Nolen (DL, Texas A&M)
• Dillon Gabriel (QB, Oklahoma)
• Dante Moore (QB, UCLA)
• Cameron Ward (QB, Washington State)
• Will Howard (QB, Kansas State)
• Tobias Merriweather (WR, Notre Dame)
• Riley Leonard (QB, Duke)
• DJ Uiagalelei (QB, Oregon State)
• Grayson McCall (QB, Coastal Carolina)

As the transfer window continues, teams across the nation will be adjusting their rosters and strategies in response to these significant player movements. For the Gators, this period will be crucial in rebuilding and re-strategizing for the upcoming season.