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DB Demetres Samuel Jr. flips from Syracuse to Florida

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The Florida Gators added their second commitment of the 2026 class on Wednesday when an instate prospect flipped to Florida.

2026 defensive back Demetres Samuel Jr (6-0, 185, Palm Bay, FL. Heritage) flipped to Florida from Syracuse on Wednesday after visiting Gainesville.

Samuel was on campus over the weekend for the Gators Grill in the Ville cook-out event and he enjoyed his time around the coaches.

“Coming back to Florida is always going to be fun, it’s a family tradition. Seeing coach Will Harris is always going to be a good time,” Samuel said on his visit to Florida.