Florida Football celebrated Ricky Pearsall's 1st round draft by the 49ers, adding to the streak of five Gators drafted in the first round for five years. Despite notable talents, questions arise whether the 2022 Gators offense should have performed better under Billy Napier.

By the Numbers
  • Ricky Pearsall drafted in the 1st round by San Francisco 49ers.
  • Florida had four players from the 2022 offense drafted.
  • Florida averaged 27 points per game in 2022, ranking 61st in the country.
  • Florida ranked next to last in the SEC for Success Rate and Points Per Opportunity in 2022.
Yes, But

The defense played a significant role in the Gators' losses, but the offense also faced struggles, portraying a middle-of-the-pack performance in the 2022 season.

What's Next

Improvement on offense and maximizing the existing talent will be crucial for Florida's success in upcoming seasons, aiming for better records with a stronger defense under Napier's leadership.

Bottom Line

Despite the drafted talents, the 2022 Gators offense underperformed, highlighting the need for enhanced performance to make a playoff run in the future.