Florida hires Georgia State DC Deron Wilson as defensive backs coach

The Swamp before the Florida Gators take on the Missouri Tigers- GatorCountry photo taken by David BowieThe Florida Gators have hired Georgia State defensive coordinator Deron Wilson as their defensive backs coach, multiple sources have confirmed with Gator Country. Wilson worked at UF back in 2022 as a quality control coach, primarily working with the cornerbacks. Wilson’s addition comes after former Gators’ defensive backs coach Will Harris took a similar job with in-state rival Miami Hurricanes.

Less than a month ago, Wilson took the defensive coordinator position at Georgia State after serving as a secondary coach with Arkansas for two seasons. Wilson’s first season with Arkansas was a…