Orlando Sentinel · Dec 20, 2018
Breaking down Florida Gators early National Signing Day haul
Florida coach Dan Mullen, applauding fans as he leaves the field at the Swamp after the Gators defeated South Carolina in November, spearheaded UF's recruiting catch on Wednesday. (John Raoux/AP)IMPACT PLAYERS
Tyron Hopper, LB, 6-3, 210 Roswell, Ga. / Roswell High: The Gators prioritized signing the dynamic Hopper and beat out South Carolina and Auburn for his commitment. Hopper recorded 86 tackles, including 74 solo efforts, and had five interceptions this past season to earn a spot in the U.S. Army All-American game.
Nay’quan Wright, RB, 5-8, 190 Miami / Carol City: The explosive Wright rushed for 1,221 yards and 16 touchdowns on 119 carries, averaging 10.3 yards an attempt, in 2018.