In the most recent iteration of ESPN’s transfer ratings, both Anthony Duruji, a Louisiana Tech transfer, and Tyree Appleby, a Cleveland State transfer, were both featured on the rankings.
Duruji and Appleby joined the Gators team prior to the start of the 2019-20 season, but each sat out the year in accordance with NCAA transfer policy. They are both eligible to play for Florida starting this fall.
Duruji, who averaged 12.2 points and 6.2 rebounds as a sophomore with the Bulldogs in 2019-20, is ranked as the No. 5 transfer on the list of spring sit-out transfers eligible to play in 2020-21. A tremendous athlete who has good size for a wing player at 6-foot-7, Duruji will likely compete for a starting spot this season. If he’s coming off the bench, he’s sure to play a significant role as Florida doesn’t have another player with his skillset.
Appleby, on the other hand, came from the Horizon League where he was a dominant force as a sophomore. He averaged 17.2 points and 5.6 assists, asserting himself as one of the best point guards in the conference. He’s ranked No. 26 on the list of transfers eligible this year, and he will likely assume Florida’s starting point guard spot this season. Time will tell if his production from the mid-majors will translate to the SEC.
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