OF NOTE: Wuerffel's career passing yards are the fifth-most in college football history, and his total touchdowns were second-most in NCAA history when he graduated. Holds Florida records for touchdown passes in a career and season (39) and for total yards, and threw 40 more touchdowns than any other SEC quarterback. Has a college-best passing efficiency rating, and he set a single-season collegiate record of 178.4. Led the nation in touchdown passes two straight seasons (35 and 39). Led Florida to its only national championship and became the Gators' second Heisman Trophy winner in 1996. Also won the 1996 Draddy Trophy, presented to the nation's top scholar-athlete. A first-team Associated Press and Football Writers Association of America All-America selection as a senior, and a two-time all-conference first-team selection, he was a two-time winner of the O'Brien Award given to the nation's top quarterback ('95 and '96).
HONORABLE MENTION: Kerwin Bell (1984-87), Rex Grossman (2000-2002), Shane Matthews (1990-1992), Wayne Peace (1980-83).
Neal Anderson
POSITION: Running back.
HOMETOWN: Graceville.
YEARS: 1982-85.
STATISTICS: 3,234 yards, 32 touchdowns.
OF NOTE: He was Florida's leading rusher in 1983 with 835 yards, which set a school record for yards gained by a sophomore. Led team in rushing in 1984, despite splitting time with Lorenzo Hampton, with 916 yards - then the most by a junior. Finished career with then-school record 32 touchdowns. Completed his career as the school's all-time leading rusher, including 1,034 yards in 1985. A first-round NFL pick by Chicago who went on to become a four-time Pro Bowl selection. Inducted into UF Athletic Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Lorenzo Hampton (1981-84), Errict Rhett (1990-93), Fred Taylor (1994-97), John L. Williams (1982-85).
OF NOTE: A consensus first-team All-American in 1989 and SEC player of the year as voted by the league's coaches. Finished seventh in the 1989 Heisman balloting. Left Florida after his junior season holding 58 school records, including most yards gained, which also is fifth in SEC history. Holds the school record for consecutive 100-yard games in a season (six), career rushing touchdowns (36) and career average rushing yards per game (126.7). Was the national freshman of the year in 1987 and went on to become the NFL's all-time leading rusher with Dallas. Inducted into UF Athletic Hall of Fame.
OF NOTE: Second all-time on Florida's career touchdown receptions list and is tied for most in a game with four against Tennessee in 1995. One of 10 semifinalists for the Biletnikoff Award in 1996. A first-team Football Writers Association All-America selection in 1996 with 47 receptions for 900 yards and 10 touchdowns. Touchdown to catch ratio of 4.34 is second-best in Florida history. A first-round NFL pick by the Giants.
HONORABLE MENTION: Reche Caldwell (1999-01), Chris Doering (1993-95), Jabar Gaffney (2000-01), Jacquez Green (1995-97), Jack Jackson (1992-94), Willie Jackson (1991-93), Travis McGriff (1995-98).
Ricky Nattiel
POSITION: Wide receiver.
HOMETOWN: Newberry.
YEARS: 1983-86.
STATISTICS: 117 receptions, 2,086 yards.
OF NOTE: A first-team all-SEC selection and second-team All-American, he led the Gators in receptions (44 for 679 yards) in 1986. Average of 17.8 yards per catch was a school record and now is third in school history for a minimum of 100 catches. Is one of 12 players in school history with more than 2,000 receiving yards, all before the high-flying Steve Spurrier era. Inducted into UF Athletic Hall of Fame.
OF NOTE: A first-team all-conference and All-America selection in 1996 and one of three finalists for the Biletnikoff Award (nation's top wide receiver). Holds the school record for most touchdowns in a season (18) and consecutive games with a touchdown catch (11). A member of the 1994 SEC all-freshman team. In final season, led Florida and SEC with 72 receptions for 1,293 yards.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Lomas Brown
POSITION: Offensive tackle.
HOMETOWN: Miami.
YEARS: 1981-84.
STATISTICS: 34 career starts.
OF NOTE: A consensus first-team All-American and all-SEC selection as a senior. Was Florida's first recipient of the Jacobs Blocking Trophy for the SEC's top blocker. Started 31 of his last 33 games, with 34 career starts - all at tackle. Drafted by Detroit in the first round of 1985 draft. An All-Pro tackle and played for Bucs' Super Bowl team. Inducted into UF Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Mo Collins (1995-97); Jason Odom (1992-95); Mike Pearson (1999-2001); Kenyatta Walker (1998-2000).
David Williams
POSITION: Offensive tackle.
HOMETOWN: Lakeland.
YEARS: 1985-88.
STATISTICS: Started in all 46 games he played during four-year career.
OF NOTE: Was a two-time second-team All-American and a consensus first-team all-SEC selection in 1988. A first-round NFL pick by Houston in 1989, played in the league from 1990-97. Inducted into UF Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Jeff Zimmerman
POSITION: Guard
HOMETOWN: Orlando.
YEARS: 1983-86.
OF NOTE: The first Florida offensive lineman to earn first-team All-American honors twice. Picked by Dallas in the third round of the 1987 NFL draft.
HONORABLE MENTIONS: Cooper Carlisle (1996-99); Hesham Ismail (1988-91); Jim Watson (1990-92).
Donnie Young
POSITION: Guard.
HOMETOWN: Venice.
YEARS: 1993-96.
OF NOTE: A second-team Football News and Sporting News All-American during his final season. Earned the Jacobs Blocking Trophy in 1996 as the SEC's top blocker. A two-time first-team all-SEC selection. Was a 1996 semifinalist for the Outland Trophy, presented to the nation's top interior lineman.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Jeff Mitchell
POSITION: Center.
HOMETOWN: Clearwater.
YEARS: 1993-96.
OF NOTE: A first-team all-SEC selection in 1995 and third-team All-American in 1996. Was a semifinalist for the Outland Trophy for the nation's top interior lineman. A fifth-round NFL pick by Baltimore. Was the starting center on the 2001 Super Bowl title squad.
HONORABLE MENTION: Phil Bromley (1981-84); Cal Dixon (1988-91).
Ray Criswell
POSITION: Punter.
HOMETOWN: Orange Park.
YEARS: 1982-85.
STATISTICS: Averaged 44.4 yards (161 punts).
OF NOTE: Florida's career leader in yards per punt and yards in a game (nine for 424 against Auburn in 1985). Had 47 punts of 50 or more yards. In a 1982 game against LSU, Criswell had punts of 73 and 70 yards.
OF NOTE: A two-time all-SEC first-team pick. Was a first-team All-American in 1990 and one of 12 nominees for the Lombardi Award. Sacks are second-most in school history. Tackles for loss are third. First Gator to be four-time SEC academic honor roll member. Helped lead team to 9-2 record in 1990. First-round NFL pick by Pittsburgh in 1991. Member of UF Athletic Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Alex Brown (1997-2000); Mark Campbell (1992-95)
Kevin Carter
POSITION: End.
HOMETOWN: Tallahassee.
YEARS: 1991-94.
STATISTICS: 42.3 tackles for loss, 21.8 sacks. OF NOTE: 11.8 sacks in 1994 were then the third-most in a season in school history. Started 38 of his last 39 games. Played for two SEC championship teams (1993, '94). A 1995 first-round NFL pick by St. Louis. Became an All-Pro defensive end and led the team in sacks during their Super Bowl title season. HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Brad Culpepper
POSITION: Tackle.
HOMETOWN: Tallahassee.
YEARS: 1988-91.
STATISTICS: 47.5 tackles for losses, 18 sacks.
OF NOTE: A first-team All-American, set a school record in 1991 for most tackles for loss (211/2) by an interior defensive lineman and most tackles for loss in a career. The 1991 Draddy Award winner as the nation's premier scholar-athlete. Played for three NFL teams. Member of UF Athletic Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Trace Armstrong (1988); Ellis Johnson (1991-94); Tim Newton (1981-84); Jeff Roth (1985-88); Gerard Warren (1998-2000); Rhondy Weston (1986-88).
Ellis Johnson
POSITION: Tackle.
HOMETOWN: Wildwood.
YEARS: 1991-94.
STATISTICS: 36.8 career tackles behind the line of scrimmage.
OF NOTE: A first-team All-SEC selection in 1994, was named the most valuable player of the 1994 SEC Championship game. Was the CNN National Defensive Player of the Year and earned honorable-mention All-America honors from Football News. The 36.8 career tackles behind the line of scrimmage ranked ninth-best in Florida history. A 1995 first-round selection by Indianapolis Colts.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Wilber Marshall
POSITION: Linebacker.
HOMETOWN: Titusville.
YEARS: 1980-83.
STATISTICS: 343 tackles, 23 sacks.
OF NOTE: A two-time consensus All-American. Only the fourth nonsenior in Gators history named first-team All-American (1982). National defensive player of the year in 1983. A three-time all-SEC selection. Only junior among 12 finalists for Lombardi Trophy and a finalist in his senior season. 23 career sacks were a then-school record. A first-round NFL pick by Chicago in 1984. Was an All-Pro in 1986-87 and 1992. Inducted into UF Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Clifford Charlton (1984-87); Andra Davis (1998-01); Carlton Miles (1989-92); Godfrey Myles (1988-90); Jevon Kearse (1996-98); Tim Paulk (1988-90); Johnny Rutledge (1995-98).
Alonzo Johnson
POSITION: Linebacker.
HOMETOWN: Springfield.
YEARS: 1981-85.
STATISTICS: 335 tackles, 27 sacks.
OF NOTE: As a junior in 1984, led team in tackles with 90 and tied the then-school record for sacks in a season with 11 while helping lead squad to 9-1-1 finish. First-team Sporting News All-American in 1984 and 1985 and consensus all-SEC selection. Finished with 55 tackles for loss. His 12 sacks and 19 tackles for loss in 1985 set single-season school records. One of five finalists in 1985 for the Butkus Award for linebacker of the year. A second-round NFL pick by Philadelphia in 1986. Inducted into UF Athletic Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Mike Peterson
POSITION: Linebacker.
HOMETOWN: Alachua.
YEARS: 1995-98.
STATISTICS: Led nationally ranked team in tackles in 1998 with 127, second in the SEC.
OF NOTE: An all-SEC selection and Sporting News All-American in 1989. Was an impact player who made everyone around him better and was a model of consistency. Considered by many to be one of the program's most underrated players. Played for Gators' 1996 national championship squad. A second-round NFL pick by Indianapolis in 1999.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Jarvis Williams
POSITION: Cornerback.
HOMETOWN: Palatka.
YEARS: 1984-87.
STATISTICS: 10 interceptions; played in 45 consecutive games.
OF NOTE: A two-time first-team all-SEC selection and first-team Walter Camp All-American in 1987. Started every game for four consecutive seasons, playing for two nine-win teams. Was one of the SEC's most feared hitters. Second-round NFL pick by Miami. Member of UF Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Bennie Alexander (1998-2001); Richard Fain (1987-90);
Anthone Lott (1993-96); Lito Sheppard (1999-01); Elijah Williams (1994-97).
Fred Weary
POSITION: Cornerback.
HOMETOWN: Jacksonville.
YEARS: 1994-97.
STATISTICS: School-record 15 career interceptions.
OF NOTE: A first-team All-American pick by several organizations. Was one of three finalists for the 1997 Thorpe Award, given to the nation's top defensive back. Was key member of 1996 national championship squad. A two-time all-SEC selection.
HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Louis Oliver
POSITION: Defensive back.
HOMETOWN: Belle Glade.
YEARS: 1985-88.
STATISTICS: 11 career interceptions.
OF NOTE: A former walk-on, is one of the most heralded defensive backs in school history. Was the first Gator defensive back to earn first-team All-America honors in two seasons (Sporting News in 1987, AP in 1988). A consensus first-team all-SEC choice, was one of three finalists for the Thorpe Award in 1988. First-round NFL pick by Miami in 1989. Member of UF Hall of Fame.
HONORABLE MENTION: Adrian White (1984-88); Will White (1989-92); Todd Johnson (1999-02),Lawrence Wright
POSITION: Safety.
HOMETOWN: Miami.
YEARS: 1993-96.
STATISTICS: 331 tackles, five interceptions.
OF NOTE: A two-time all-SEC selection who won the 1996 Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back. Was a third-team All-American and a four-time SEC academic honor roll selection. Played in 50 games with 37 starts. Was member of four SEC championship teams and started in two national title games. HONORABLE MENTION: See above.
Bobby Raymond
POSITION: Placekicker.
HOMETOWN: Ponte Vedra Beach.
YEARS: 1983-84.
OF NOTE: When left, held four NCAA records. 23 points scored in 1983 against Florida State are the most by a kicker in NCAA history. Was 32-of-33 in field goals of 40 yards or shorter, holding the national record for accuracy (96.96 percent).
HONORABLE MENTION: Jeff Chandler (1998-01); Judd Davis (1992-94).
