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JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

Returning to Florida next season Brown will return to Florida for the 2026 season, per Zach Abolverdi of On3.com.

Impact Brown will return to the Gators after a historic freshman season, where he was the first freshman in program history to collect three All-SEC honors. The 5-foot-11 wideout also finished out the 2025 campaign as Florida's WR1, where he recorded 40 receptions for 512 yards, along with one rush for 14 yards. He should remain a top option for whoever ends up under center next year for the Gator Nation.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Multiple receptions for Week 13 Brown (shoulder) reeled in 3 of 4 targets for 14 yards during Saturday's 31-11 loss to Tennessee.

Impact Brown logged his first multi-reception game since Week 8, with two DNPs and a one-catch appearance sandwiched between them. Though the wide receiver's collegiate career is still without a touchdown, he has over 500 all-purpose yards thanks to 487 receiving yards and 14 rushing yards.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Brown (shoulder) is warming up ahead of Florida's tilt with Tennessee on Saturday night, per Kevin Brockway of The Gainesville Sun.

Impact Brown was described as a game-time decision on the Gators' final injury report after missing Week 12 against Kentucky. The wideout remains a question mark, but he's reportedly fielding punts in warmups. That's obviously a good sign for the wide receiver's availability.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

True game-time call vs. Vols Brown (shoulder) is a game-time decision for Florida's clash with Tennessee on Saturday.

Impact Brown has been the Gators' top receiver this season with 33 grabs for 473 yards. He's missed two of his last three games, however, and is in danger of missing another contest against the Volunteers. Brown's availability appears slated to come right down to kickoff.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Tennessee Brown (shoulder) is questionable for Florida's clash with Tennessee on Saturday.

Impact Brown missed Week 12 against Ole Miss, and he remains a question mark for Saturday against the Volunteers. Brown has been Florida's top receiver this season with 33 catches for 473 yards. If he can't go, expect more targets for Aidan Mizell and J. Michael Sturdivant.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to play Saturday Brown (shoulder) is questionable ahead of Saturday's game against Tennessee, Keith Niebuhr of On3.com reports.

Impact Brown has been dealing with an AC sprain that forced him to sit out the previous matchup against Ole Miss. Although the status is still unclear whether or not he can suit up Saturday, the team is hopeful he could make his return this week. More news regarding his status should surface soon. The freshman wide receiver has totaled 33 receptions for 473 yards across eight games and would be a major boost for the Gators' offense.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Week 12 Brown (undisclosed) did not play during Florida's 34-24 loss Saturday at Mississippi.

Impact With the Florida team down multiple wideouts due to injury, Brown may be UF's best WR available. The wide receiver's availability may prove crucial in a rivalry game scheduled for next Saturday against Tennessee.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Looks good to go Brown (undisclosed) has been participating in pregame warmups and appears to be available for Saturday's game against Ole Miss, Kevin Brockway of The Gainesville Sun reports.

Impact Brown was previously listed as probable, so his availability doesn't come as much of a surprise. The freshman wideout should serve as Florida's top pass catcher once again Saturday. He's caught 33 passes for 473 yards this season, but he's yet to score a touchdown.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed GTD Brown (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Ole Miss.

Impact Brown earned a probable tag on Florida's initial injury report, which likely leaves the star freshman as more likely to play than sit. However, he may need to test how he feels during pregame warmups before a final decision is made.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Gets probable tag Brown is probable for Saturday's game against Ole Miss.

Impact Brown is likely a precautionary listing on Thursday's injury report. He returned last week from a shoulder injury, though was limited to just one catch for 22 yards. It was only his second game this season with fewer than three catches, as he'll look to get more involved in the passing attack as the Gators offense tries to keep pace with the Rebels.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Brown (shoulder) has been upgraded from probable to available ahead of Friday's game against Kentucky.

Impact Brown was initially listed as questionable for this game, but his absence from Friday's report suggests he'll start, giving the Gators another reliable pass-catching presence. He has 32 catches for 451 yards across seven games this season.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Brown (shoulder) is expected to play but may be limited in Saturday's game at Kentucky, Zach Abolverdi of On3.com reports.

Impact Brown, who is officially listed as questionable on the team's injury report, is expected to suit up for Saturday's contest according to On3's sources. He returned to practice this week but has been wearing a non-contact jersey. The Gators' plan is for him to suit up, but there's a chance he would not start or return punts versus the Wildcats.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Officially questionable Brown (shoulder) is listed as questionable for the Gators' clash with Kentucky.

Impact Brown was described as "hopeful" to return in Week 11 by interim head coach Billy Gonzales, and he's officially questionable on the Gators' injury report. The star freshman wideout has 32 grabs for 463 yards this season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to return in Week 11 Brown (shoulder) is hopeful to return in Week 11 for Florida, per Cam Parker of SI.com.

Impact Brown missed Week 10 against Georgia, but the Gators' star wideout could potentially limit his absence to one game. Interim head coach Billy Gonzales is "very hopeful" to have him back against Kentucky, but he remains a question mark for Week 11. Brown has 32 grabs for 463 yards this year.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 30, 2025 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Won't play in Florida-Georgia clash Brown (shoulder) won't be available for Florida's game against Georgia on Saturday.

Impact Brown has yet to miss a game this season, but the shoulder sprain he was diagnosed with after the Gators' win over Mississippi State will change that. The true freshman has been stellar in Gainesville, with 32 catches for 463 yards. In his absence, and with Aidan Mizell also unavailable, expect Florida to lean on Dallas Wilson, J. Michael Sturdivant and Eugene Wilson at wideout.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in win Brown accumulated five catches for 75 yards in Saturday's 23-21 win over Mississippi State.

Impact Brown led the Gators in receiving for the fifth time on the season and the fourth time in five games. Brown has been extremely consistent over the last three games as he has had three or more catches for 72 or more yards in that stretch. The smaller receiver is still searching for his first touchdown grab of the season however.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in win Brown accumulated five catches for 75 yards in Saturday's 23-21 win over Mississippi State.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with shoulder sprain Brown has been diagnosed with an AC joint shoulder sprain, according to Kevin Brockway of The Gainesville Sun.

Impact Brown was spotted with a sling on his shoulder, and it was none other than head coach Billy Napier who announced the diagnosis of the injury. Brown should be considered questionable to face Georgia on Nov. 1 after the bye week.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not returning Saturday Brown (undisclosed) won't return to Saturday's game against Georgia, Graham Hall of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Brown was spotted on the sidelines with a sling on his left arm. His day is done, so he ends the contest with five catches for 95 yards. Expect J. Michael Sturdivant, Eugene Wilson and Kahleil Jackson to see more targets in the passing attack.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not returning Saturday Brown (undisclosed) won't return to Saturday's game against Georgia, Graham Hall of 247Sports.com reports.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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