Jake Slaughter just wrapped up his Florida Gators career the way every offensive lineman dreams: with national recognition, elite tape, and the respect of teammates and coaches across the board. The senior center has been named a Second Team All-American by the Associated Press, Walter Camp Foundation, USA TODAY, and The Athletic for the 2025 season - a fitting capstone for one of the most consistent and technically sound centers in college football.
At 6'5", 303 pounds, Slaughter was the rock in the middle of Florida’s offensive line all year long. A native of Sparr, Florida, he started all 12 games in his senior season and logged 748 total snaps - and he made every one of them count.
In 422 pass-blocking reps, he surrendered just one sack, one quarterback hit, and two hurries. That kind of efficiency isn’t just solid - it’s elite, especially in the SEC trenches where every snap is a battle.
His performance didn’t just pass the eye test - it showed up in the analytics too. According to Pro Football Focus, Slaughter posted an overall offensive grade of 78.9, placing him among the top centers in the country. His 87.1 pass-blocking grade led the SEC, and his run-blocking numbers were strong throughout the season, helping to power the Gators’ ground game.
Slaughter’s accolades this year are just the latest in a growing list. He was a Rimington Trophy finalist - the award given to the nation’s top center - and earned First Team All-SEC honors for the second straight year. He was also a First Team All-American in 2024, making him one of the few players in the country to earn back-to-back All-American recognition.
What set Slaughter apart wasn’t just his physical tools or his technique - though both are top-tier - but his leadership and football IQ. He was the tone-setter up front, the guy who made the calls, kept the unit steady, and led by example. His decision to return for a senior season brought much-needed continuity to Florida’s offensive line and gave the Gators a veteran presence in the middle of the field.
Now, with a Senior Bowl invite in hand and NFL scouts taking notice, Slaughter’s next chapter is about to begin. But his impact in Gainesville won’t be forgotten anytime soon. He leaves as one of the most decorated interior linemen in recent Gators history - a player who did it the right way, every snap, every season.