Florida’s quarterback commit in the 2027 class is already drawing a familiar NFL name.
Davin Davidson, a four-star signal caller from Sarasota, Florida, has been committed to the Gators since April 9, even after programs like Miami, Notre Dame and Auburn pushed hard to land him. At 6-foot-6 and 215 pounds, he has the kind of frame that jumps off the page, and Florida clearly sees a quarterback with real starter potential down the line.
The comparison that stands out comes from Rivals, which linked Davidson to former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman.
"Davin Davidson is a jumbo quarterback prospect with a big league arm," Rivals wrote. "The physical profile and playing style reminds us of Josh Freeman.
Like Davidson, Freeman was a talented, developmental quarterback. The comparison is a high-end one as Freeman ended up as a first-rounder."
Rivals analyst Charles Power added more detail in his June 2 scouting report, pointing to Davidson’s size, arm strength and upside while also noting how much development still remains.
"Towering quarterback prospect with a big-time arm and intriguing upside. The tallest top quarterback in the 2027 cycle.
Measured in at 6-foot-6.5, 215 pounds with a 9.75-inch hand prior to his senior season. Touts outstanding arm strength with the ability to generate a ton of zip on passes to the intermediate and deep areas of the field.
Can rip the football on a line from 30 yards out. Shows flashes of arm dexterity.
A solid mover at his size," Power wrote.
Power also cited Davidson’s junior production and the work still ahead of him.
"Completed 64.6% of his passes for 2360 yards, 23 touchdowns against 6 interceptions while helping his team to a state title. A low volume passer attempting a little over 14 passes per game and accounting for 163 total yards per game as a junior.
As a result is still early in his development in comparison with his blue-chip peers. As a taller, longer quarterback will need to continue tightening up his mechanics and footwork.
Will also need to improve at changing speeds, as he’s primarily a fastball thrower at this point. Should benefit greatly from increased in-game reps.
Has a high upside, but may be a few years away."
Still, as with any young quarterback, there’s no guarantee the projection turns into the player Florida is hoping for once he gets to college.
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