With the 2026 NFL Draft now just over two weeks away, Dane Brugler of The Athletic has released his annual position-by-position prospect rankings and scouting reports in his draft guide "The Beast."
Included among the 2,700 prospects Brugler evaluated are 13 Gators, with nine Florida prospects earning draftable grades from his evaluation of their skill sets.
Gators defensive tackle Caleb Banks checks in as Florida's top-rated prospect overall, while center Jake Slaughter and kicker Trey Smack are considered the top players at their respective positions.
Find The Athletic's position (and overall, when applicable) rankings, as well as draft round grades, for each of Florida's scouted prospects below. Brugler's analysis of select players is also included.
Caleb Banks: No. 4 defensive tackle (No. 52 overall prospect), 2nd-3rd round
"Banks has a rare combination of size, raw power and big-man twitch, all of which lead to big-time flashes and glimpses of his ceiling. However, the absence of a healthy senior season complicates his projection, and his draft grade will depend on each team's appetite for risk."
Jake Slaughter: No. 1 center (No. 89 overall prospect), 3rd-4th round
"Slaughter doesn't have overwhelming traits, but he consistently does his job using controlled movements, stout strength and veteran processing skills. With his makeup, he should compete for starting center snaps as a rookie."
Austin Barber: No. 11 offensive tackle, 3rd-4th round
"Barber has NFL size, tools and demeanor but needs to polish his timing and technique to hold up against next-level competition. He is a developmental swing tackle prospect, who might be better suited for a move to guard."
Devin Moore: No. 16 cornerback, 4th round
"Moore's injury history is a bright red flag, but he is a good-sized cover man with the speed and ball skills to be a scheme-versatile developmental option. He is a high-risk, high-reward prospect because of the durability questions."
George Gumbs Jr.: No. 23 edge rusher, 5th round
"Gumbs is more talented than skilled in his edge duties, but he is explosive, physical and selfless against the run. Because of his resiliency and competitive makeup, he is a worthy developmental option."
Trey Smack: No. 1 kicker, 6th round
Tyreak Sapp: No. 27 edge rusher, 6th round
"Sapp is stout, strong and flashes gap quickness, but a missing dynamic element diminishes his NFL impact potential. He projects as a backup base end who will help his chances of staying on a pro roster if he can play reduced on passing downs."
J. Michael Sturdivant: No. 29 wide receiver, 6th round
"Sturdivant needs to introduce more urgency and nuance to his play, but he has juice for a bigger target and shows a decent feel for the position. He projects as an outside receiver at the back end of a roster who can contribute on special teams."
Tommy Doman: No. 3 punter, 7th round or undrafted free agent
Rocco Underwood: No. 5 long snapper, undrafted free agent
Damieon George Jr.: No. 87 offensive guard, undrafted free agent
Brien Taylor Jr.: No. 106 defensive tackle, undrafted free agent
Micheal Caraway Jr.: No. 176 cornerback, undrafted free agent
The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 23–25 in Pittsburgh, Pa.