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Breaking down where the Gators' defensive depth chart stands following spring practice.

Spring revealed more trouble spots for the Gators than anything else. GatorNation's Michael DiRocco looks at the five storylines that stood out.

After a productive spring which saw him emerge as Florida's go-to running back, sophomore Matt Jones got to relax during Florida's final spring practice session on Saturday.

Heading into the Gators' spring game, downgraded to a practice after so many injuries on the OL, coach Will Muschamp and OC Brent Pease have more questions than answers among the receiving corps.

Florida has constantly talked about how its offense will be better in its second year under coordinator Brent Pease. If SEC track records are any indication, the Gators have reasons for optimism.

How desperate is Florida to find some help at WR? Will Muschamp is moving his best DB, Loucheiz Purifoy, to receiver for his playmaking ability.

While he admits the middle of his defense has some holes to fill, UF coach Will Muschamp and his staff are quite focused this spring on strengthening the Gators at linebacker, safety and cornerback, and then some.

Florida coach Will Muschamp expects a smooth transition at the running back position, even though the Gators lost 1,000-yard workhorse Mike Gillislee.

Linebacker Jelani Jenkins' 40-yard-dash time at Florida's pro day wasn't as important as showing he has recovered from a broken bone in his right foot.

The 13 numbers to know as the Florida Gators begin 2013 spring practice.

Florida has a long legacy of father-son legacies. Kelvin Taylor, son of all-time great Fred Taylor and Marcell Harris, son of former reserve Mike Harris are the latest.

A look at how the 10 former Florida Gators fared at the NFL scouting combine leading into the 2013 NFL draft.

Florida has a history of success with prospects who dabbled at quarterback in high school and changed positions in college. Signee Alvin Bailey did just that for Seffner (Fla.) Armwood before moving to wide receiver at UF.

Florida signed five receivers in one class twice since 1997. Neither time, however, did anyone make much of an impact as a freshman. And only three developed into playmakers for the Gators.

Dominique Easley came on at defensive end late in 2012 for the Gators, but after losing both starters at defensive tackle, Florida might need Easley to move back inside.

The Gators need several freshmen to make instant impacts in 2013, but Florida's recent history shows that it's rare for even three freshmen to do so.