C.J. Henderson
FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2019, file photo, Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) catches a pass as Auburn linebacker Chandler Wooten (31) tries to tackle him during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Auburn, Ala. DeVonta Smith could be tearing up the NFL instead of the Southeastern Conference. The Alabama standout has 38 receptions for 483 yards and four touchdowns in four games. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
SEC standouts who returned for more finding success so far

By Mark Long Oct. 21, 2020 04:34 PM EDT

FILE - Miami running back Lorenzo Lingard runs in for a touchdown during the second half an NCAA college football game against Savannah State, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla. No. 5 Florida will rely on a number of newcomers, including Lorenzo Lingard, as it tries to dethrone rival Georgia in the Southeastern Conference’s East Division. Some of them are freshmen, others are transfers. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
No. 5 Florida counting on early help from several newcomers

By Mark Long Sep. 15, 2020 03:14 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 16, 2019, file photo, Florida head coach Dan Mullen watches from the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri in Columbia, Mo. Mullen had several players miss the team’s opening training camp practice Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)
Florida has potential for championships in Mullen's 3rd year

By Mark Long Sep. 01, 2020 07:36 PM EDT

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass against Clemson during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: A familiar top 10 looking to 2020

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 14, 2020 02:22 PM EST

Virginia will seek Orange Bowl upset against No. 6 Florida

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 02:16 PM EST
Orange Bowl: Florida (10-2) at Virginia (9-4), Monday at 8 p.m. EST (ESPN). Line: Florida by 14 1/2. Series record:...

Florida head coach Dan Mullen, right, celebrates with his wife, Megan, left, and daughter Breelyn in front of fans after defeating Vanderbilt in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Unfamiliar rivals Florida, Virginia headed to Orange Bowl

By Tim Reynolds Dec. 08, 2019 04:25 PM EST

Florida's Henderson leaving school early, won't play in bowl

Dec. 06, 2019 05:43 PM EST
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida cornerback CJ Henderson is forgoing his senior season, entering the NFL draft and skipping the team's bowl game. ...

Florida running back Lamical Perine (2) is stopped after a short gain by the Georgia defense including linebacker Monty Rice (32) and defensive back J.R. Reed (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Fromm, Georgia beat Florida 24-17 in 'Cocktail Party'

By Mark Long Nov. 02, 2019 07:05 PM EDT

Vanderbilt tight end Jared Pinkney (80) is brought down by Missouri safety Joshuah Bledsoe (18) in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
SEC showing off most promising crop of 1st-round NFL talent

By Mark Long Oct. 23, 2019 01:20 PM EDT

Florida quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Towson, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Auburn, Florida showcase 'big-boy ball' in top-10 matchup

By Mark Long Oct. 05, 2019 03:20 PM EDT

Auburn quarterback Bo Nix (10) rolls out to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi State, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Auburn, Florida showcase 'big-boy ball' in top-10 matchup

By Mark Long Oct. 04, 2019 12:35 PM EDT

Florida head coach Dan Mullen greets fans as he leaves the field after defeating Towson in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Visor showdown in Swamp: Malzahn, Mullen lead unbeaten teams

By The Associated Press Oct. 03, 2019 02:01 PM EDT

Florida head coach Dan Mullen greets fans as he leaves the field after defeating Towson in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 10 Florida getting 6 players back for 7th-ranked Auburn

By Mark Long Sep. 30, 2019 05:52 PM EDT

Florida wide receiver Josh Hammond (10) is tackled by Towson linebacker Chizurum Umunakwe (21) after a pass reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Trask, No. 9 Florida handle FCS's Towson in Swamp, 38-0

By Mark Long Sep. 28, 2019 06:56 PM EDT

Florida linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) knocks down a pass attempt by Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano, left, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 9 Florida routs Tennessee 34-3, extends series dominance

By Mark Long Sep. 21, 2019 03:32 PM EDT

Kentucky linebacker DeAndre Square (17) tries to bring down Florida quarterback Kyle Trask (11) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Tennessee gets another shot to upend Florida in the Swamp

By Mark Long Sep. 20, 2019 11:02 AM EDT

UT Martin wide receiver Jaylon Moore, left, tries to get around Florida linebacker Jonathan Greenard during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 9 Florida visits Kentucky, seeking to avenge 2018 upset

By The Associated Press Sep. 12, 2019 03:07 PM EDT

Florida head coach Dan Mullen acknowledges fans as he comes off the field after an NCAA college football game against UT Martin, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 9 Florida to play without WR Toney, maybe CB Henderson

By Mark Long Sep. 09, 2019 04:12 PM EDT

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney reacts to a call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Will winning keep Clemson at No. 1?

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 09, 2019 03:08 AM EDT

Florida running back Lamical Perine, right, points to fans after scoring a touchdown against UT Martin on a 5-yard run during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 11 Florida loses Toney, Henderson in win over UT Martin

By Mark Long Sep. 07, 2019 10:50 PM EDT