BREAKING NEWS: Florida Gators Flip 4-Star Defensive Lineman Kendall Guervil from Texas in Recruiting Stunner
In a shocking twist that’s sending seismic waves through the college football recruiting landscape, the Florida Gators have pulled off one of the most stunning flips of the offseason—snatching elite 4-star defensive lineman Kendall Guervil from the University of Texas just weeks before fall camp begins.
The 6’4″, 280-pound force out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, had been a solid Texas Longhorns commit since early March and was widely seen as a future anchor for Steve Sarkisian’s defensive front. But in a move no one saw coming, Guervil announced on social media late last night that he is “1000% committed to the Swamp.”
“After much prayer, reflection, and conversations with my family, I’ve decided to flip my commitment to the University of Florida,” Guervil wrote. “Coach Napier and Coach Armstrong have made me feel like family, and I’m excited to be part of something special in Gainesville.”
Sources close to the recruitment say Florida’s persistence played a critical role. Defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong reportedly visited Guervil’s family multiple times in the last two months, showing a level of commitment that left a strong impression. Guervil also made a quiet, unofficial visit to Gainesville in June, where insiders say he connected deeply with incoming recruits and the team culture.
This flip is a massive win for Florida, both symbolically and strategically. Not only does it strengthen their already formidable 2025 recruiting class, currently ranked No. 3 in the nation, but it also represents a major victory over an SEC rival on the rise.
Guervil is known for his explosive get-off, violent hands, and relentless motor. He finished his junior season at St. Augustine High School with 82 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and 12 sacks. NFL scouts are already projecting him as a potential first-round pick down the line.
Texas fans, meanwhile, are stunned and reeling. The Longhorns had been banking on Guervil to help rebuild their defensive front after several key departures to the NFL Draft.
For Florida, this move signals a dangerous shift: Billy Napier and his staff are not just competing with the big boys—they’re beating them.
Stay tuned. The Swamp just got scarier.
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