Florida has officially appointed Jon Sumrall as their new head coach, earning praise from the legendary Urban Meyer, who has expressed his support on social media.

Meyer commended Sumrall’s success at both Troy and Tulane, where he accrued a remarkable record of 42-11, alongside two Sun Belt Conference championships.

“What a special day for Gator Nation,” Meyer tweeted. “Welcome head football coach Jon Sumrall, one of the top five coaches in winning percentage in college football. His teams are tough, they’re physical, and he creates a competitive environment. If he wins the conference championship this year, it’ll mark his third championship in four years.”
— Urban Meyer

The Gators have struggled to regain their championship status since Meyer left in 2010. Sumrall’s appointment marks a pivotal step towards revitalizing the program, as he underscores the necessity for a potent offense as part of the Gators’ identity under his leadership.