Mullen updates injuries ahead of opener

UF defensive back Kamar Wilcoxson during 2021 fall camp. UAA Communications photo by Isabella Marley.The Gators will be about as healthy as can be expected for this weekend’s game against Florida Atlantic.

Redshirt freshman defensive back Kamar Wilcoxson has “a slight knee issue” and will be doubtful to play, according to coach Dan Mullen. However, Wilcoxson sent out a tweet that suggests this could be a longer term injury.

prayers over me as i go into surgery

— Kamar Wilcoxson (@KamarWilcoxson4) August 30, 2021

In his place, Missouri transfer Jadarrius Perkins will backup Tre’Vez Johnson at the STAR position.

There are also a couple of injuries worth monitoring at defensive tackle. Sophomore…