Florida added nine players to its 2024 recruiting class in June and has shot up the ESPN team rankings as a result. The Gators checked in at No. 2 in the July update.
Of course, DJ Lagway is still the top offensive recruit under commitment to Florida, but it’s the new names on defense that has UF’s stock rising so rapidly.
“Defensively, the Gators have made some potentially impact additions,” ESPN Staff Writer Craig Haubert said. “Five-star Jamonta Waller has a bit of a tweener build at 6-2, 230 pounds, but he is a disruptive force off the edge with a good blend of quickness, agility, body control and effort.”
It’s not just Waller’s addition that has Florida fans and coaches excited. The trio that committed on June 18 — Aaron Chiles, Amir Jackson and Amaris Williams — also has a ton of potential. Jackson, a tight end, was the major offensive addition to Florida’s 2024 class over the last month.
“The Gators also added one of the top inside linebacker prospects in Aaron Chiles, who has good football instincts and can be a reliable tackler,” he said. “Defensive lineman Amaris Williams could end up being a steal, as his stock has risen during the offseason.”
Florida also added IMG Academy four-star wide receiver Jerrae Hawkins in June as well.
The Gators trail only Georgia Bulldogs for the top spot in the country, but it will be tough to pass them by. UGA has the top-two players on the ESPN300 and six more ranked players than UF does.
Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State round out the top five.
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