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2019 Gators signee is headed to JUCO

One of three Lakeland (Fla.) prospects to sign with the Florida back in February, offensive lineman Deyavie Hammond just announced he recently fell short of qualifying and is now headed to junior-college instead.

Hammond, the 35th-ranked offensive tackle in the 2019 class, went to social media on Saturday afternoon to announce the latest step in his athletic and academic journey.

"To my dismay and my supporters over the course of my football career. I did not qualify for the NCAA and I will not be attending the University of Florida," Hammond said. "The journey had been long and I have met great individuals who have given me countless opportunities to help me become a better player and person. Although misfortunate my journey has not come to a stop I will be attending a JuCo for the next two years. This journey wasn't easy but it definitely fun and will continue through out this tough time. Saddening as the situation is I will forever cheer Gator Nation."

However, today's news surrounding Hammond's status with the Gators doesn't come by much surprise.

Last Thursday, a source told GatorsTerritory (LINK) there was "still a slimmer of hope" regarding Hammond's eligibility, but the odds were not not favorable. That proved to be true with the Polk County native announcing his plans this afternoon.

Hammond, a three-star prospect who was also committed to Alabama at one point, reeled in roughly 15 scholarship offers during his prep career.

Best of luck to Deyavie and his family!

Stay tuned to GatorsTerritory.

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