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Florida earned its first commitment of the winter transfer portal cycle on Sunday. Former Louisville defensive lineman Caleb Banks announced his decision on Twitter and is headed to the Swamp.
Banks’ commitment comes off an official visit to Florida and a few conversations with Florida defensive coordinator Sean Spencer. He already considered UF as his “dream school,” according to On3’s Gators Online, and spending a weekend in Gainesville only helped confirm things.
The Gators beat out several Power Five programs for Banks, including Auburn, Oklahoma, Tennessee and USC. A three-star prospect out of Southfield (Michigan) High School, Banks impressed during his very limited playing time as a true freshman for the Cardinals. He finished with two tackles, one sack and a forced fumble playing just 38 defensive snaps.
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(@Cbanks22_) December 11, 2022
With Desmond Watson and Chris McClellan likely ahead of Banks on the depth chart, Florida gains a very moldable piece to his defensive line corps. He’s projected to fit at nose tackle next season, but the departure of Gervon Dexter to the NFL could force a few different position swaps. Banks give Florida the flexibility to play the best player available at each position.
After losing over a dozen players to the portal, Florida should be one of the most active teams in the transfer cycle. Banks is the first commitment of the season but surely won’t be the last.
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By: David Rosenberg
Title: Gators land first transfer commitment from this former Louisville DL
Sourced From: gatorswire.usatoday.com/2022/12/11/florida-football-caleb-banks-transfer-portal-commitment/
Published Date: Sun, 11 Dec 2022 20:56:51 +0000
