Evan Pryor, a speedy transfer running back who previously starred at Cincinnati, is set to join the Florida Gators for the upcoming season, adding depth to a backfield that already boasts preseason All‑American Jadan Baugh.
A Calculated Move
Originally a four‑star recruit from Cornelius, North Carolina, Pryor began his college career at Ohio State before a injury prompted a move to Cincinnati, where he quickly proved his ability to strike for long gains, including an 80‑yard touchdown against West Virginia.
His arrival comes at a time when Florida’s rushing corps is crowded, featuring returning redshirt freshman Duke Clark, East Carolina transfer London Montgomery and former Under Armour All‑American Byron Louis, while an injury to Clark in the first intrasquad scrimmage opened a window for Pryor to see more carries.
Head coach Jon Sumrall has described Pryor as a smart, versatile runner with strong ball skills, noting that his style differs from Baugh’s power‑oriented approach but can complement it effectively.
Florida has a tradition of producing track‑savvy backs such as Chris Rainey and Jeff Demps, who leveraged their speed on the gridiron, a lineage that the coaching staff hopes Pryor will join as he adapts to the SEC’s physical demands.
Pryor views himself as a complementary piece to Baugh, emphasizing mutual support and the shared goal of a dynamic rushing attack that can exploit defenses across the conference.