Five things to watch for at Florida Gators 2015 spring game
By Hayden Hyde
Nov 9, 2013; Gainesville, FL, USA; A general view of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and a saying on the wall saying “This is….The Swamp” during the first quarter against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
4. Recruiting Fallout
Spring games are beneficial to programs in three ways: player development, fan engagement, and recruiting. The Gators will have eight prospects attending their spring game, one of which is key prospect Sam Bruce.
Bruce is a four-star wide receiver currently committed to the University of Miami, but he will be in attendance on Saturday when the Gators take the practice field. Although he is only 5’8”, Bruce is an explosive player who could play a Percy Harvin-type role for the Gators.
It would also be a nice momentum swing for Florida recruiting. McElwain has done a nice job recruiting since taking over as head coach, but stealing Bruce from Miami would make a statement to other schools in the Sunshine State.
The spring game could help secure good recruits for the 2016 class and get ahead in the 2017 class. This is one of the more underrated storylines this weekend.
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