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Auburn Star Eric Singleton Jr. Transfers to Florida Gators
Singleton's move to Florida reunites him with former Georgia Tech QB Aaron Philo, raising hopes for the Gators' offense.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:51am
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The transfer of star wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. from Auburn to the Florida Gators promises to shake up the college football landscape with a dynamic new offensive duo.Hermann TodayCollege football's transfer portal has seen a major shakeup as Auburn's star wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. has signed with the Florida Gators. Singleton, who had a standout season at Auburn in 2025, is now set to join forces with Florida's new quarterback Aaron Philo, his former teammate at Georgia Tech. The move has sparked excitement among fans and coaches as the Gators look to improve on their 4-8 record from last season under new head coach Jon Sumrall.
Why it matters
Singleton's transfer to Florida is a significant boost for the Gators' receiving corps, which already features returning players Vernell Brown Jr. and Dallas Wilson. The familiarity between Singleton and Philo from their time at Georgia Tech could also give Florida's offense a valuable advantage as they look to turn the program around.
The details
Singleton was Auburn's second-leading receiver in 2025, catching 58 passes for 534 yards and 3 touchdowns. Prior to that, he had a standout 2024 season at Georgia Tech, where he caught 56 passes for 754 yards and 3 touchdowns. Sumrall and the Gators are hoping Singleton's talent and chemistry with Philo will help elevate Florida's passing attack and provide a spark for the team.
- Singleton had a stellar 2025 season at Auburn.
- Singleton previously played with Florida's new QB Aaron Philo at Georgia Tech in 2024.
The players
Eric Singleton Jr.
A star wide receiver who has transferred from Auburn to the University of Florida.
Aaron Philo
The new starting quarterback for the Florida Gators, who previously played with Singleton at Georgia Tech.
Jon Sumrall
The new head coach of the Florida Gators, tasked with rebuilding the program.
What they’re saying
“Singleton's move to Florida raises a lot of exciting possibilities for their offense. The chemistry he has with Philo from their Georgia Tech days could be a real game-changer.”
— Pete Nakos, Reporter
What’s next
Fans and analysts will be closely watching to see how Singleton and Philo's connection translates on the field for the Gators this upcoming season.
The takeaway
Eric Singleton Jr.'s surprise transfer from Auburn to Florida has the potential to be a pivotal move for the Gators as they look to rebound from a disappointing 2025 campaign. The reunion with his former Georgia Tech teammate Aaron Philo could provide a much-needed boost to Florida's passing attack and help the program take a step forward under new leadership.
