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Florida freshman wide receiver Dallas Wilson suffered a lower-leg injury during camp this week, sidelining him from practice Wednesday, according to 247Sports. A recovery timeline or severity of the injury has not yet been shared.
Wilson is the latest Gators wideout dealing with setbacks in camp, joining teammates Kahleil Jackson, Aidan Mizell and Eugene Wilson III — all of whom were absent during Tuesday’s viewing period, per 247Sports. The string of absences creates early uncertainty around Florida’s receiving depth just as the offense looks to build continuity around sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway.
A top 50 national recruit and one of Florida’s highest-rated signees in the 2025 class, Wilson has stood out in his first offseason, flashing dynamic playmaking ability and quickly building chemistry with Lagway. He stole the spotlight in April’s Orange and Blue Game, hauling in 10 receptions for 195 yards and two touchdowns — setting and tying spring game records in the process.
The timing of Wilson’s injury, pending the severity, is significant. Florida is counting on Lagway — who went 6–1 as a starter during a promising true freshman season in 2024 — to take another leap in 2025. But depth at receiver remains a concern. None of the returning pass-catchers on the roster reached 20 receptions last season. The most experienced target is transfer Michael J. Sturdivant, who combined for 1,667 yards and 13 touchdowns across two seasons at California and UCLA.
The Gators had hoped to expand their vertical passing game this fall, with Wilson seen as a key piece of…
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Author : Cody Nagel
Publish date : 2025-08-06 19:53:00
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