SEC Media Days: Gators Coverage Central
ATLANTA.-- Florida unofficially kicked off its 2018 campaign on Tuesday in Atlanta at SEC Media Day. Gators head coach Dan Mullen, offensive lineman Martez Ivey, defensive end CeCe Jefferson and linebaker David Reese each spent time with the media. Gators Territory was there at the Omni Hotel and has the latest intel and scoop on Gators football.
**Video above is a recap of the top Gators headlines from SEC Media Days***
Here is everything you need to know from the event:
The Gators picked third in SEC East
-Florida picked to finish third in the SEC East by the media, while 8 Gators named to All-SEC preseason teams. STORY
-David Reese sees a lot of opportunity in the 3-4 defense for him
The Gators linebacker discusses the linebacker room, the Savage effect and the turning point for this defense. STORY
-Martez Ivey sees more change to his body in three months than previous three years at Florida
The Gators once again praise Nick Savage and the change he has brought to the program STORY
-Mullen: 'I'm here to win championships.'
Was the Gator brand damaged over the last few years? Mullen discusses his thoughts on the brand and his thoughts on the future STORY
-Gators OL Martez Ivey says the 2017 loss to Georgia made him return this year
The offensive lineman discusses his decision to return and how his body has changed with Nick Savage leading the Strength and Conditioning program. STORY
-The Gators defense is halfway there: 'it is going to be special."
Florida defensive end CeCe Jefferson and LB David Reese says the defense is halfway there in understanding the new scheme. Both are excited about the defense and the future of the program. STORY
-MSU QB Nick Fitzgerald on Mullen: 'he was a phenomenal coach'
Mississippi State's quarterback Nick Fitzgerald credits Mullen with his success.
-PHOTOS: Florida's Jordan Uniforms
-Gators on offense : 'it's different' this year
Florida OL Martez Ivey and DE CeCe Jefferson both are confident in the steps the offense has taken, while Dan Mullen understands the balance the offense needs to have in order to progress. Hear the trio on the offense's progress in this STORY
-'On the Beat': Gators comfortable at SEC Media Days
Gator Country's Nick de la Torre and Gainesville Sun's Graham Hall joins GT's Jacquie Franciulli to discuss SEC Media Days
-Still a Waiting Game
Mullen would love to be able to name a starter at quarterback, however, the Gators head coach is not prepared to choose between Feleipe Franks, Kyle Trask and Emory Jones at this time. What is Mullen looking for in his starter? Is he prepared to play all three? STORY
-No News on Grimes and Jefferson
Mullen and company are still waiting on the NCAA for news on both Van Jefferson and Trevon Grimes.
When Mullen was asked about the status of both wide receivers, he told reporters, "nothing yet.. We will announce to you guys as soon as we do."
-Action Over Words for CeCe Jefferson
CeCe Jefferson said it was a 'no brainer,' and he needed to return to Gainesville for his senior season and is relishing taking over his role as a leader. STORY
-First Look: The Gators unveil the new Jumpman uniforms and former Gator Brian Poole talks anout the hype around the uniforms and he new staff
-SEC Coaches on Florida (Monday Edition)
LSU head coach Ed Orgeron, Kentucky coach Mark Stoops and former Auburn coach Gene Chizik talk the Gators STORY
***This story will be updated throughout the week with more content from SEC Media Days**