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New Florida head football coach Billy Napier, right, and athletic director Scott Stricklin pose for a photo as Napier is introduced during a news conference at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Dec. 5 in Gainesville. (BRAD MCCLENNY via AP)

New Florida head football coach Billy Napier, right, and athletic director Scott Stricklin pose for a photo as Napier is introduced during a news conference at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Dec. 5 in Gainesville. (BRAD MCCLENNY via AP)

COLLEGE ATHLETICS: Florida AD Stricklin gets extension, nearly doubles salary

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Monday, December 27, 2021
GAINESVILLE — Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin received a three-year contract extension that nearly doubled his salary and made him one of the highest-paid administrators in the powerhouse Southeastern Conference.
New York Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley strip sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during Sunday's game in East Rutherford, N.J. (JOHN MUNSON/Associated Press)

New York Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley strip sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during Sunday's game in East Rutherford, N.J. (JOHN MUNSON/Associated Press)

ANALYSIS: Jaguars set to start interview process for next head coach

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Monday, December 27, 2021
JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting an earlier-than-usual start on their coaching search. This time, owner Shad Khan doesn’t have his guy already lined up.
New York Jets cornerback Jason Pinnock tackles Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during Sunday’s game in East Rutherford, N.J. (JOHN MUNSON/Associated Press)

New York Jets cornerback Jason Pinnock tackles Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during Sunday’s game in East Rutherford, N.J. (JOHN MUNSON/Associated Press)

NFL: Jags, Lawrence see some promise in tough loss to Jets

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Sunday, December 26, 2021
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Jacksonville Jaguars were one yard away from a victory on the field. Instead, they might be celebrating a win in April 2022.
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence throws a pass to Marvin Jones (11) during Sunday’s game against the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J. (JOHN MUNSON/Associated Press)

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence throws a pass to Marvin Jones (11) during Sunday’s game against the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J. (JOHN MUNSON/Associated Press)

NFL: Jets hold on to edge Jaguars

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Sunday, December 26, 2021
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Zach Wilson ran like no other Jets quarterback in franchise history, tossed a touchdown pass to an offensive lineman, and outdueled Trevor Lawrence.
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence looks for a receiver against the Houston Texans on Dec. 19 in Jacksonville. (PHELAN M. EBENHACK/Associated Press)

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence looks for a receiver against the Houston Texans on Dec. 19 in Jacksonville. (PHELAN M. EBENHACK/Associated Press)

NFL: Lawrence-Wilson showdown diminished by Jags, Jets struggles

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Friday, December 24, 2021
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — This certainly looked a lot more enticing when the NFL schedule was released during the spring. The Jacksonville Jaguars vs. the New York Jets in Week 16. Trevor Lawrence vs. Zach Wilson. No. 1 vs. No. 2.
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Malcom Brown (90) and outside linebacker Josh Allen (41) celebrate a play against the Houston Texans on Dec. 19 in Jacksonville. (PHELAN M. EBENHACK/Associated Press)

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Malcom Brown (90) and outside linebacker Josh Allen (41) celebrate a play against the Houston Texans on Dec. 19 in Jacksonville. (PHELAN M. EBENHACK/Associated Press)

NFL: Jaguars will be without 3 starters at Jets because of covid

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Friday, December 24, 2021
The Jacksonville Jaguars will be without three starters Sunday against the New York Jets after the trio was placed on the covid-19 list. Standout pass rusher Josh Allen, receiver Laviska Shenault and guard Ben Bartch were placed on the reserve list Saturday and won't make the trip to New Jersey.
Central Florida running back Isaiah Bowser (5) follows a block by offensive lineman Matthew Lee (55) on Florida defensive lineman Jalen Lee during the Gasparilla Bowl on Thursday in Tampa. (CHRIS O’MEARA/Associated Press)

Central Florida running back Isaiah Bowser (5) follows a block by offensive lineman Matthew Lee (55) on Florida defensive lineman Jalen Lee during the Gasparilla Bowl on Thursday in Tampa. (CHRIS O’MEARA/Associated Press)

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Bowser boosts UCF to Gasparilla Bowl win over Florida

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Thursday, December 23, 2021
TAMPA — Isaiah Bowser ran for 155 yards and two touchdowns, Ryan O’Keefe had 85 yards on seven receptions, and Central Florida earned Sunshine State bragging rights by beating Florida 29-17 in the Gasparilla Bowl on Thursday night.
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COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Fleming leads Florida past Stony Brook

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
GAINESVILLE — Phlandrous Fleming Jr., had his best game at Florida with four 3-pointers and 20 points and the Gators rolled past Stony Brook 87-62 on Tuesday. Fleming, a graduate transfers from Charleston Southern was 4 of 5 from distance, shooting 6 of 8 overall and making four free throws.