Duke Dawson is aware of the opportunity that’s in front of him.
After contributing as a true freshman safety at Florida, the former Dixie County High standout is looking to continue to grow and develop in a deep and talented Florida secondary.
With starting strong safety Marcus Maye suspended for violation of school policy and starting free safety Keanu Neal on the shelf with a leg injury, Dawson could see more time on the field in UF’s season opener Sept. 5 against New Mexico State.
“Those two guys are great players,” Dawson said. “I learned from those two.