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Jaguars' Ties, Influence Have Spread to Top SEC Program
- Caldwell, Jaguars’ former general manager, is now a key figure connected to the Florida Gators’ front office.
- Sumrall, not previously with the Jaguars, is seen as a factor due to his friendship with Jaguars coach Liam Coen.
- Caldwell’s past investments included Dante Fowler, CJ Henderson, and Taven Bryan during his Jaguars tenure.
- The piece emphasizes Jacksonville’s long-standing ties to the Florida program and their potential impact on future collaborations.
- Sumrall’s appointment as Florida’s head coach is framed as a strategic hire amid close ties to the Jaguars’ circle.
- The article notes Sumrall’s close friendship with Coen since their Kentucky days as a factor in Florida’s hiring decisions.
- Florida’s leadership changes are presented as interconnected with Jacksonville’s NFL presence and college pipeline.
- The piece highlights Caldwell’s transfer from Jaguars to a off-field role in relation to the Eagles and proximity to Jacksonville.
- The article ties Sumrall’s Tulane background to the Florida hire, noting cross-program connections.
- The report positions the Sumrall hire within a broader SEC-aligned coaching network surrounding Jacksonville.
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