Florida's Versatile Duo Eyes Hornung Award | Florida Gators Football News

Two Florida Gators, junior running back Jadan Baugh and receiver Vernell Brown III, are dominating the preseason watch lists for the prestigious Paul Hornung Award — recognizing college football’s most versatile player. Baugh, a 1,000-yard rusher last season with dual-threat skills, is being deployed in multiple roles by coaches who see him as a cornerstone. Brown III made history as Florida’s first true freshman to lead the team in receptions and yards while also excelling in returns. If either wins, it would be the first time Florida has claimed the award — their closest call was Kadarius Toney in 2020. Both are elite athletes with rare all-around impact, making them prime contenders for hardware that celebrates true versatility. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5ac491d3d850801f