Florida Gators hire Deron Wilson as defensive backs coach

The Florida Gators are set to hire Deron Wilson as their new defensive backs coach, following the departure of Will Harris to the Miami Hurricanes. Wilson previously worked at Florida in 2022 as a quality control analyst and has spent the last two seasons as Arkansas' secondary coach, where he notably improved the team's pass defense in 2023. However, Arkansas' performance declined in 2024, leading to his brief stint as Georgia State's defensive coordinator before accepting the Florida position. Wilson's hiring is seen as a pivotal move to solidify Florida's coaching staff for the upcoming season. His experience and prior connection with head coach Billy Napier are expected to be beneficial as he transitions back into the program. This hire indicates Florida's commitment to enhancing their defensive strategy after recent staff changes.