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The reminder Florida needed: Elite quarterback play is the SEC’s backbone

Buster Faulkner left no question for Gator fans when he described his play-calling mantra

Sep 6, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. (17) throws the ball before the game against the South Florida Bulls at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

In an interview with Sean Kelley on “Gator Tales” Episode No. 57, new Florida offensive coordinator, Buster Faulkner made a comment that continues to be a breath of fresh air for Gator fans in calling the quarterback position the most important on the field and calling the plays through the strengths of your quarterback, which is not something Billy Napier was known for doing.