I’ve been dreading writing this introduction. The topic of Gators secondary play has been bludgeoned to death time and time again over the past two years and the hiring of Corey Raymond threw that into overdrive. The struggles this team has had in creating consistent pass coverage in any game situation despite sending players to the NFL every year points the finger squarely at coaching malpractice, so the Gators hired the best cornerbacks coach out there. Case closed?
Well, not exactly. Unlike last season, the Gators are entering this year with a thin depth chart at the position and only two players with significant on field experience in the SEC. Additionally, some became frustrated with Jason Marshall Jr., who was a five-star freshman and the crowned successor to the Gators’ defense, because he was penalty prone. Can the Gators dig out of that hole so quickly? Let’s take a look at the corners Florida has on the roster and what they bring to the table.
For our previous spring camp previews, click these links: Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers.