Billy Napier and his new staff made it a priority to improve some areas that heavily lacked production at times in 2023. After multiple transfer departures defensively, the Gators’ secondary and front-seven will look different in 2024. The Gators have currently added 11 total transfers with notable names like Trikweze Bridges, Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, Devon Manuel, Chimere Dike and Joey Slackman all choosing the Orange and Blue.
Former Tulane defensive back DJ Douglas has recorded 81 total tackles (54 in 2023), four interceptions and three passes defended so far in his career. The former three-star prospect has enormous upside and should play a crucial role for the Gators in 2024.