What can Florida football fans expect from former Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz?
1 year, 10 months ago

What can Florida football fans expect from former Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz?

New York Times  

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — When The Athletic broke the news Dec. 21 that Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz intended to transfer to Florida, the reaction bordered on scathing. Just observing him and hearing other players talk about him, the work he’s done with our staff — not only strength and conditioning but also every part of training, nutrition and film study.” So Mertz isn’t late for lifts, isn’t skipping meals, isn’t watching TikTok videos during meetings. I’m interested to see his grasp on the transition: He played for three quarterback coaches at Wisconsin and three coordinators, although their offensive approaches didn’t vary wildly. Napier hinted this week that the Gators aren’t finished hunting scholarship quarterbacks this cycle, so the May portal window might bring more movement.

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Florida turns to freshman DJ Lagway with Graham Mertz out for the season
2 months, 1 week ago

Florida turns to freshman DJ Lagway with Graham Mertz out for the season

New York Times  

Billy Napier’s Florida future likely rests on true freshman quarterback DJ Lagway. The five-star talent is the Gators’ new full-time starter after veteran incumbent Graham Mertz tore his ACL in Saturday’s loss at Tennessee, Napier announced Monday. Napier and his staff handpicked Mertz from the portal among two dozen other potential options after the 2022 season because of the Wisconsin …

Mertz passes for 3 scores and runs for another to help Florida beat Mississippi State 45-28
3 months ago

Mertz passes for 3 scores and runs for another to help Florida beat Mississippi State 45-28

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! — With Florida head coach Billy Napier’s job security grabbing the bulk of the attention on Saturday afternoon, the Gators rose to the occasion against Mississippi State. Graham Mertz passed for three touchdowns and rushed for another to lead Florida over Mississippi State 45-28 on Saturday. …

Ex-Wisconsin QB Mertz finding his footing at Florida
1 year, 8 months ago

Ex-Wisconsin QB Mertz finding his footing at Florida

Associated Press  

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Graham Mertz jogged into the Swamp with the first-team offense Thursday night, wearing the No. “Really enjoyed the spring.” It’s not clear whether he could honestly say the same about the spring game, a 10-7 effort that included countless bad snaps and even drew a veiled shot from Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin on Twitter. Both Mertz …

Former Wisconsin QB Graham Mertz to play for Florida in 2023
2 years ago

Former Wisconsin QB Graham Mertz to play for Florida in 2023

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Former Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz is transferring to Florida, giving the Gators an experienced starter at a depleted position. A three-year starter at Wisconsin, Mertz left the program after the Badgers hired former Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell to head its program. The Gators …

Wisconsin transfer QB Graham Mertz plans to commit to Florida: Sources
2 years ago

Wisconsin transfer QB Graham Mertz plans to commit to Florida: Sources

New York Times  

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Graham Mertz, a 32-game starter at Wisconsin, is bound for Florida, multiple sources with knowledge of the decision confirmed to The Athletic, joining a quarterback competition that features fellow Big Ten transfer Jack Miller. Here’s what you need to know: Mertz had a 19-13 record as a starter at Wisconsin, where in 2019 he became the program’s …

Wisconsin QB Graham Mertz says he’s entering transfer portal
2 years ago

Wisconsin QB Graham Mertz says he’s entering transfer portal

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! MADISON, Wis. — Graham Mertz is entering the transfer portal after spending the last three seasons as Wisconsin’s starting quarterback. Mertz announced Sunday on social media he was entering the portal “in pursuit of my next opportunity.” His move comes one week after Wisconsin hired former …

How Graham Mertz’s transfer should be viewed and what’s next for Wisconsin at QB
2 years ago

How Graham Mertz’s transfer should be viewed and what’s next for Wisconsin at QB

New York Times  

MADISON, Wis. — On the October night quarterback Graham Mertz introduced himself to the college football world with a masterful performance in his starting debut against Illinois two years ago, anything seemed possible for Wisconsin football. At the same time, Mertz’s meteoric rise made people believe that he could be the one to guide Wisconsin to its first College Football …

Badgers QB Mertz remains upbeat after offseason speculation
2 years, 8 months ago

Badgers QB Mertz remains upbeat after offseason speculation

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz says his confidence hasn’t wavered even during an offseason in which Oklahoma transfer Caleb Williams’ name got mentioned as his potential replacement. “It’s a coach’s job to find the best player,” Mertz said. “It’s just to get a …

Coan’s injury provides opportunity for Wisconsin QB Mertz
4 years, 2 months ago

Coan’s injury provides opportunity for Wisconsin QB Mertz

Associated Press  

From the moment he announced his college choice, Graham Mertz has received more attention than the typical Wisconsin quarterback. “Right now I’m very confident in my ability to win games,” Mertz said Thursday. I’m excited for it.” Mertz, a 6-foot-3 redshirt freshman, is competing with sophomore Chase Wolf and junior Danny Vanden Boom but appears on track to start Wisconsin’s …

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