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Florida Gators Secure Key Players Amid Transfer Portal Moves

1/9/2026

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The Florida Gators will retain players for the 2026 season, with defensive tackle Brendan Bett and cornerback Ben Hanks III confirming their returns.
Jadan Baugh and Jayden Woods, Florida Gators players, have chosen to stay.
The offseason includes six defensive backs transferring out.
The Gators added 18 new commitments via the transfer portal, including junior college (JUCO) defensive back Elijah Owens.
The NCAA transfer portal closes on January 16, 2026.

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Story summary

The Florida Gators will retain players for the 2026 season, with defensive tackle Brendan Bett and cornerback Ben Hanks III confirming their returns.
Jadan Baugh and Jayden Woods, Florida Gators players, have chosen to stay.
The offseason includes six defensive backs transferring out.
The Gators added 18 new commitments via the transfer portal, including junior college (JUCO) defensive back Elijah Owens.
The NCAA transfer portal closes on January 16, 2026.