Florida Football Notebook: High Hopes for Tre Wilson, Joey Slackman as Gators OL Remains Work in Progress
Young offensive linemen showing early promise, but Florida still searching for consistency on offensive line.
Tre Wilson and Joey Slackman, two of Florida's most promising young offensive linemen, have shown flashes of their potential during spring practice. However, the Gators' offensive line as a whole remains a work in progress.
Wilson, a redshirt freshman, has impressed the coaching staff with his athleticism and quickness. He is a strong run blocker and has the potential to be a dominant pass protector at the college level.
Slackman, a true freshman, has also shown some promise. He is a physical specimen with good size and strength. He has the potential to be a force in the running game and should improve as a pass protector as he gains more experience.
However, the Gators' offensive line as a whole has been inconsistent during the spring. The unit has struggled to create running lanes for the running backs and has allowed too much pressure on the quarterback.
The Gators are hoping that Wilson and Slackman can continue to develop and that the offensive line as a whole can improve its consistency.
If the offensive line can improve, the Gators could be a force in the SEC this season. The team has a talented quarterback in Anthony Richardson, a deep running back corps led by Montrell Johnson Jr., and a talented receiving corps led by Xzavier Henderson.
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