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Former Notre Dame QB Malik Zaire Finally Finalizes Transfer

It’s been known since shortly after the 2016 season ended that Malik Zaire would not be returning to Notre Dame for a 5th year to compete with Brandon Wimbush. Zaire’s destination, however, was not until this weekend. With a new SEC rule change clearing the way, Zaire will officially transfer to Florida for his final season according to multiple reports.

Zaire will have competition at Florida. The Gators left the spring with a red-shirt freshman, Feleipe Franks, atop their depth chart at quarterback. The Gators also have Luke Del Rio, son of NFL coach Jack Del Rio, but fall camp figures to be a Franks vs.