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Florida football transfer portal: List of players set to join Gators roster for 2026 season

By OnlyGators.com Staff

Replenishing the roster ahead of the 2026 season remains of primary importance for new head coach Jon Sumrall as the Florida Gators have lost just under 30 players to the transfer portal amid changes in Gainesville, Florida. With the portal officially opening Jan. 2, movement has begun in earnest, and the Gators are in hot pursuit of notable players across the country.

Unfortunately, two of Florida’s top targets are already headed elsewhere. Four-star cornerback Jontez Williams, ranked as the No. 36 transfer by 247Sports, decided to go to USC, and four-star tight end Dorian Thomas (No. 100) canceled his visit to UF with many expecting that he will head to UCLA.

The Gators need to not only fill the roster but do so with talented players as Sumrall aims for a quick turnaround in Year 1. Florida has 21 transfers locked up as of Jan. 10 with ratings generally lower than the players they are replacing, according to the 247Sports transfer portal rankings.

Ten of the 21 players were coached by Gators assistants at their prior stops.
Only Gators will continuously update this page as Florida’s transfer class fills out with additional coverage ahead for the top signees.

Confirmed transfers (21)

Eric Singleton Jr., wide receiver, Auburn | , #28: Compiled 2,002 yards receiving and 12 touchdowns in three seasons at Georgia Tech and Auburn. Led by three current Florida assistants at those schools. Withdrew name from NFL Draft to join the Gators. One year of eligibility remaining. Will start alongside Vernell Brown III and Dallas Wilson. Ranked higher than all five WR who entered the portal from Florida.

Aaron Philo, quarterback, Georgia Tech | , #123: Completed 58% of his passes for 938 yards with two touchdowns, three interceptions, 95 yards rushing and a rushing score in six total appearances across two seasons with one start (373 yards, TD, INT). Broke Trevor Lawrence’s high school passing record in Georgia. Three years of eligibility remaining. Will compete with Tramell Jones Jr. for the starting job. Ranked 109 spots lower than outgoing transfer DJ Lagway (14).

Emmanuel Oyebadejo, defensive lineman, Jacksonville State | , #155: Totalled 41 tackles (6.5 for loss) with 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and five pass breakups in his redshirt junior season after not playing in 2024. British big man stands 6-foot-7 and 315 pounds and should slot in as an immediate starter. Remaining eligibility uncertain. Ranked 76 spots lower than outgoing transfer Michai Boireau (79).

Micah Mays Jr., wide receiver, Wake Forest | , #172: Caught 34 passes for 520 yards and four touchdowns in two combined seasons. South Florida product returning to the Sunshine State. Two years of eligibility remaining. Florida had five WR enter the portal.

Evan Pryor, running back, Cincinnati | , #210: Carried 132 times for 940 yards rushing with 288 yards receiving and 11 total touchdowns in two seasons at Cincinnati after transferring from Ohio State. Explosive ball carrier with breakaway speed. Entering his sixth collegiate season with one year of eligibility remaining. Will play a reserve role with Jadan Baugh returning. Florida had four RB enter the portal.

Harrison Moore, center, Georgia Tech | , #247: Started eight games as a sophomore in 2025 after playing 10 games as a true freshman when he also took snaps at guard and tight end. Two years of eligibility remaining. Replaces graduate Jake Slaughter but will likely play multiple interior positions.

TJ Shanahan Jr., offensive lineman, Penn State | , #287: Started five games this season after spending two years with Texas A&M (2023-24) where he was coached by Steve Addazio. Two years of eligibility remaining. Florida had four OL enter the portal.

Lacota Dippre, tight end, James Madison | , #297: Started 13 of 14 games, catching 17 balls for 192 yards receiving, rushing four times for 49 yards and totalling four touchdowns. Successfully converted four fake punts for first downs. Two seasons of eligibility remaining after beginning his career at Charlotte (2023-24). Ranked 136 spots lower than outgoing transfer Hayden Hansen (161).

Cam Dooley, safety, Kentucky | , #585: Compiled 29 tackles (20 solo) with an interception, forced fumble and fumble recovery last season. Played all 24 games across two seasons. Two years of eligibility remaining. Ranked 390 spots lower than outgoing transfer Jordan Castell (195).

DJ Coleman, safety, Baylor | , #594: Totalled 41 tackles (30 solo) with two interceptions, four pass breakups and a forced fumble as a junior for the Bears in 2025. One year of eligibility remaining. Ranked 399 spots lower than outgoing transfer Jordan Castell (195).

Bailey Stockton, wide receiver, Georgia Tech | , #620: Hauled in 38 passes for 439 yards with one touchdown in last season. Two years of eligibility remaining. Florida had five WR enter the portal.

DK Kalu, defensive lineman, Baylor | , #783: Played as a reserve the last two seasons. Son of 11-year NFL veteran N.D. Kalu. Two years of eligibility remaining. Ranked 451 spots lower than outgoing transfer Tarvorise Brown (332).

London Montgomery, running back, ECU | Unranked: Compiled 742 yards and seven touchdowns as a sophomore starter after rushing for 359 yards and two scores as a backup in 2024. Two years of eligibility remaining. Florida had four RB enter the portal, none of whom are yet ranked.

Luke Harpring, tight end, Georgia Tech | Unranked: Caught 13 balls for 158 yards across seven games as a redshirt freshman. Three years of eligibility remaining. Unranked at this point compared to outgoing transfer Hayden Hansen (161).

Eagan Boyer, offensive lineman, Penn State | Unranked: Three years of eligibility remaining. Florida had four OL enter the portal.

Emeka Ugorji, offensive lineman, Stanford | Unranked: Started eight of 10 games as a true freshman in 2025. Three years of eligibility remaining. Florida had four OL enter the portal.

Elijah Owens, defensive back, Mississippi Gulf Coast (JUCO) | Unranked: Compiled 65 tackles (1.5 for loss) with an interception and three pass defenses playing in the junior college ranks. Large for his position at 6-foot-3, 210 pounds. Three years of eligibility remaining.

Patrick Durkin, kicker, Tulane | Unranked: Connected on 25 of 28 field goal attempts (top 15 nationally at 89.3%), going 4 of 6 from 50+ yards with a long of 52 while making 41 of 42 extra points in 2025. Three years of eligibility remaining. Replacing graduate Trey Smack and freshman Evan Noel, who decided to transfer.

Alec Clark, punter, Tulane | Unranked: Averaged 46.5 yards per punt (top 10 nationally) with a long of 70 in 2025 after transferring from Marshall (2023-24). Two years of eligibility remaining for the Aussie. Replacing graduate Tommy Doman and freshman Hayden Craig, who decided to transfer.

Miller Fealy, punter, UT-Martin | Unranked: Averaged 39.1 yards per punt in 2025 after transferring from Southwestern Oklahoma State, where he averaged far better at 47.4 yards per punt. Three years of eligibility remaining for the Aussie. Backup behind Clark.

Carter Milliron, long snapper, Louisiana | Unranked: Started three straight seasons. One year of eligibility remaining. Replacing graduate Rocco Underwood and freshman Mack Mulhern, who decided to transfer.