“I want them to hate practice”: Tyreak Sapp talks competition in trenches

Florida Gators edge Tyreak Sapp #94 celebrates after a sack during the first half as the Florida Gators defeat the Samford Bulldogs 45-7 at Ben Hill Griffiin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. September 7th, 2024. Gator Country Photo by David Bowie.Fall camp is here which means the intensity level of practice turns up a notch. One of the intriguing parts of Florida’s 2025 roster is the experience and talent in the trenches. Out of the nine projected starters along the offensive line and defensive line combined, six are redshirt seniors and all nine are at least in their third year at UF. Not only are they experienced, but they’re skilled. Florida returned All-American center Jake Slaughter, a projected early round 2026 draft pick in defensive tackle Caleb Banks, and edge rusher Tyreak Sapp, who graded as the 9th best edge defender in college football last season.

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