Something tells us that Florida is eager to get to a bowl game and then move forward from a disappointing 6-6 2011 season.
Whether the 2012 Gators will show any signs of improvement remains to be seen, but they will be without two more defensive players when they take the field again next fall. Pat Dooley of the Gainesville Sun confirmed today that defensive end Lynden Trail and safety Joshua Shaw (pictured) are both transferring from the program.
“I have enjoyed my time at Florida but I feel like I need to be closer to my family right now,” Shaw said in a statement. “This is not a football decision, this is a family decision. I need to be with my family.”
“I have decided that I would like to pursue opportunities elsewhere,” Trail said. “I want to thank the fans and Gator Nation for their support. I’ll always be a Gator at heart.”
It’s not known yet to where each player is transferring.
Trail did not play this season, but Shaw saw action in 10 games. Both are redshirt freshmen.