UAB DB transfer Adrian Maddox to transfer to Florida

The Florida Gators landed its fifth transfer on Sunday when they picked up a big target at a position of need for the program.

UAB defensive back transfer Adrian Maddox committed to Florida over Georgia and others on Sunday and he will enroll in school soon.

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Maddox who started his career at Alabama State played last season at UAB and will have one year left to play in Gainesville.

The defensive back was named first-team All-SWAC while at Alabama State where he recorded 41 tackles and two sacks.

Last season at UAB, he recorded 44 tackles, forced two fumbles and had one interception that he returned for a touchdown.

The Gators wanted a safety badly in the class to add depth as they lose…