Orlando Sentinel · Mar 2
Gators open first spring under Jon Sumrall with QB battle among key questions
Jon Sumrall speaks after being introduced as the new head coach of the University of Florida football team during a press conference on campus Dec. 1 in Gainesville. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)GAINESVILLE — The Florida Gators open spring football practices Tuesday with new coach Jon Sumrall, armed with 50 newcomers, 62 returners and plenty of ground to make up after a 4-8 season.
The Gators will hold 15 practices, culminating with the annual Orange and Blue spring game at noon on April 11 in the Swamp.
Questions, position battles and new faces abound during a pivotal stretch for Sumrall’s program.
Here are some to watch during the next six weeks:
The quarterback situation