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Florida's Tank Hawkins Opts Out to Preserve Redshirt

11/9/2025

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Tank Hawkins, Florida Gators wide receiver, opted out of the 2025 season to preserve his redshirt status, announced on the SEC Network ahead of the Kentucky game.
Hawkins is a four-star prospect who has appeared in four games this season, recording two receptions.
His opt-out adds to Florida's receiver injuries, including Eugene Wilson III, out due to foot surgery.
The move underscores that players often prioritize eligibility over playing time.

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Tank Hawkins, Florida Gators wide receiver, opted out of the 2025 season to preserve his redshirt status, announced on the SEC Network ahead of the Kentucky game.
Hawkins is a four-star prospect who has appeared in four games this season, recording two receptions.
His opt-out adds to Florida's receiver injuries, including Eugene Wilson III, out due to foot surgery.
The move underscores that players often prioritize eligibility over playing time.