The Florida Gators are actively strengthening their rushing attack through the transfer portal, with plans to host standout running back London Montgomery from East Carolina on Wednesday. Montgomery has been in communication with the Gators since Sunday, drawing attention for his impressive performance over the past two seasons, which saw him accumulate 1,096 rushing yards and nine touchdowns on 228 attempts.
Despite efforts to retain star running back Jadan Baugh, who confirmed his return for the 2026 season, the Gators have faced significant turnover in their backfield. Four running backs have entered the transfer portal, including Ja’Kobi Jackson and KD Daniels, leaving Baugh as the only confirmed returning player from last year’s squad. Meanwhile, Duke Clark and Byron Louis are expected to remain with the team, although no official updates have emerged yet.
Earlier this week, Florida secured a commitment from Evan Pryor, a Cincinnati transfer and former highly-rated recruit from Ohio State. His addition has contributed to the Gators’ growing transfer class, which is now ranked 15th by 247 Sports. Baugh and Pryor are projected to be the primary options in the backfield, but Montgomery’s proven track record could make him a strong candidate for significant playing time if he joins the team.
Montgomery, who forced 22 missed tackles last season and broke off 12 runs of 10 or more yards, has not fumbled a single time throughout his career. Having started his collegiate journey at Penn State but not seeing game action due to a torn ACL, his explosive talent reemerged at East Carolina. Montgomery has expressed the challenges he faced during his recovery, highlighting the importance of mental toughness throughout his journey.
As the Gators look to bolster their offensive arsenal, the addition of Montgomery would further amplify their depth in the backfield. He joins a dynamic lineup that new coaching staff has been assembling, with additional transfers expected to visit Gainesville soon. The Gators are poised for an exciting season ahead as they aim to revitalize their rushing attack.