Graham Eyes Bednarik as Gators Defense Rises | Florida Gators Football News

Myles Graham, Florida’s standout linebacker, is heating up the national scene after landing on the preseason Chuck Bednarik Award watch list — a nod to his elite defensive potential. Already a two-year starter with over 100 tackles and seven tackles for loss, Graham led the Gators in tackles last season, becoming the first Florida LB since 2021 to do so. Confident and vocal about his growth, he sees himself as the heart of the defense and was honored with a spot on the SEC Leadership Council. If he wins, he’d be the first Gator ever to claim the award — with semifinalists announced in November and the winner revealed in December. And it’s not just him: multiple Gators are earning preseason honors across major awards, signaling a historic season ahead. 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/88a4036fe7dba11a