Florida: WR Newcomer Could be a Game Changer for Offense

The Florida Gators have a talented wide receiver corps, but how those players do this fall will be determined by how much quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. and Aaron Philo develop during training camp. 

Jones had the better spring game, though Philo, a transfer from Georgia Tech, should know offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner's offense more after working under him with the Yellow Jackets. 

The quarterback competition left a lot to be desired for Florida, and how the offensive line plays this fall could factor into how effective Jones or Philo will be.

One newcomer at wide receiver is expected to play a key role for the Gators offense. 

Billy Tucker of ESPN ranked Eric Singleton Jr. as the 30th best newcomer in college football this offseason.

"Singleton joins a young but talented Florida receiver room featuring Vernell Brown III, who led the Gators with 512 receiving yards last season, and Dallas Wilson, who flashed high-end potential," Tucker wrote. 

"After productive stops at Georgia Tech and Auburn, Singleton arrives as an experienced playmaker and reunites with former offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner. Given the unsettled QB situation and Singleton's versatility, he fills a huge need."

Singleton made his presence known early during spring practice. The Gators are counting on the senior to be a game changer this fall.

"Singleton's game is built around legitimate track speed that allows him to take the top off defenses," Tucker wrote. "Beyond his vertical ability, he also has the quickness to separate underneath and make defenders miss in short areas. 

"His versatile skills allow him to impact the game in multiple ways. That explosiveness showed up immediately during Florida's spring game, where he caught six passes for 92 yards and a touchdown."

The Gators offense will be built on what those three receivers and running back, Jadan Baugh, can produce. The more effectively Baugh can run, the more open speedy receivers like Singleton can become.

Singleton is obviously building trust with his new quarterbacks early during the offseason. He could make a strong case to NFL scouts if he continues that momentum during the regular season this fall.