After [autotag]Adam Mihalek[/autotag] lost the starting placekicker job to Trey Smack, most figured he’d hit the transfer portal at the end of the season.
Mihalek made that news official on Sunday following Florida’s season-ending loss the day before.
“I am grateful for my tie as a Florida Gator in Gainesville,” Mihalek wrote in an announcement posted to social media. “I want to thank Coach Napier and the entire staff for the opportunity at UF. It was a great experience to kick for the Gators. It has enriched my life in countless ways and I will carry those life lessons with me…
“I have decided to enter the transfer portal and look forward to my next opportunity.”
— Adam Mihalek (@MihalekAdam) November 26, 2023
A former walk-on, Mihalek started all 13 games for Florida in 2022 under first-year head coach Billy Napier. He made 14 of 21 field goals that year, the longest coming from 52 yards out.
Napier put Mihalek on scholarship ahead of the 2023 season but things unraveled pretty quickly. Mihalek missed two kicks and a point after attempt through three games, opening the door for Smack to take over.
Mihalek will have two years of eligibility remaining wherever he lands.
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