Ja’Quavion Fraziars is a worthy successor to the Gators’ receiving core

The Gators have a lot to figure out on offense in 2021, and Fraziars could be a significant part of the final pass catching depth chart.

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Name: Ja’Quavion Fraziars

Number: 0

Position: Wide Receiver

Class: Sophomore

Height: 6’3.5″

Hometown: Dunnellon, Fl.

High School: Dunnellon High School

2020 statistics:

REC YDS TD LNG AVG
1 4 0 4 4

Overview:

Fraziars played his freshman season with the Gators in 2020, stuffed deep in the depth chart behind the group of pass-catchers that enabled the high-flying Florida offense. He saw action in seven games but only got one touch in that time. However, his limited playing time in 2020 is hardly indicative of disinterest on the team’s part.

As a recruit, there was never much doubt that Fraziars would be a Gator. They were the first team to offer on him in late 2017 and were considered frontrunners from that time onward. Even after landing a commitment from him, the team was warding off competitors and brought Fraziars to Gainesville for three additional visits before his signing.

The Gators’ offense was gutted by the 2021 NFL draft, leaving plenty of opportunities for an up-and-coming talent to plant their flag. Fraziars isn’t first in line for a starting job, but if he earns one, it will be on his merit as a downfield bully.

“Fraziars has got great ball skills, fabulous hands,” said Florida head coach Dan Mullen during the team’s Spring practice in March. “Big, physical guy, can use his body, really physical blocker and unbelievable ball skills.”

That sentiment was echoed by a Sports Illustrated scouting report from late 2019, which emphasized over and over his vertical ability and length. They also point out the need to improve his route technique, as his tree features few crisp breaks off the vertical step. Even if his development falters, though, he can still find a niche role in Mullen’s offense as a blocker and red zone threat.

On the whole, there’s reason to be excited for Fraziars’ future with the team. With the Gators’ offense largely in flux, he’ll be given an opportunity to grab a spot for himself in the pecking order before the roster’s power vacuum is completely filled.

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