_BREAKING NEWS: CHARLOTTE FRESHMAN QUARTERBACK DESHAWN PURDIE REPORTEDLY TRANSFERS TO FLORIDA_

 

In a stunning move, Charlotte freshman quarterback Deshawn Purdie has reportedly transferred to the University of Florida, according to multiple sources.

 

Purdie, a 6’2″ 200-pound quarterback from Tampa, Florida, had a standout freshman season at Charlotte, throwing for over 2,000 yards and 15 touchdowns. He was considered one of the top freshmen quarterbacks in the country and was expected to be a key player for the 49ers in the coming seasons.

 

However, according to reports, Purdie has decided to leave Charlotte and transfer to Florida, where he will join a Gators team that is looking to rebuild its quarterback position.

 

“We’re thrilled to welcome Deshawn to the Gator family,” said Florida head coach Billy Napier. “He’s a talented young quarterback with a lot of potential, and we’re excited to see him compete for the starting job.”

 

Purdie’s decision to transfer to Florida is a significant coup for the Gators, who have been looking to add depth and talent to their quarterback position. With Purdie on board, the Gators now have a talented and experienced quarterback to compete with incumbent starter Anthony Richardson.

 

“Deshawn is a great addition to our team,” said Richardson. “He’s a talented quarterback with a lot of potential, and I’m looking forward to competing with him for the starting job.”

 

Purdie’s transfer to Florida is also a significant blow to Charlotte, which had been counting on him to be a key player for the 49ers in the coming seasons.

 

“We’re disappointed to lose Deshawn, but we wish him all the best at Florida,” said Charlotte head coach Will Healy. “He’s a talented young quarterback, and we’re confident that he’ll do great things in Gainesville.”

 

Purdie’s transfer to Florida is expected to be made official in the coming days, and he will be eligible to play for the Gators immediately.

 

“We’re excited to have Deshawn on board and can’t wait to see him in action,” said Napier. “He’s a talented young quarterback with a lot of potential, and we’re confident that he’ll be a great addition to our team.”

 

The addition of Purdie to the Gators’ roster is a significant boost to the team’s quarterback position, and it sets up a intriguing competition for the starting job.

 

“Deshawn is a talented quarterback with a lot of potential, and we’re excited to see him compete for the starting job,” said Napier. “We’re confident that he’ll be a great addition to our team and will help us achieve our goals.”

 

With Purdie on board, the Gators now have a talented and experienced quarterback to compete with Richardson, and the team is poised to make a significant impact in the SEC next season.

 

References:

 

¹ ESPN

² 247Sports

³ Rivals

⁴ (link unavailable)

 

_FLORIDA GATORS’ 2024 ROSTER_

 

– QB Deshawn Purdie (transfer from Charlotte)

– QB Anthony Richardson

– QB Jaden Rashada

– RB Trevor Etienne

– RB Nay’Quan Wright

– WR Justin Shorter

– WR Ja’Quavion Fraziars

– TE Keon Zipperer

– TE Nick Elksnis

– OL O’Cyrus Torrence

– OL Ethan White

– OL David Conner

 

_FLORIDA GATORS’ 2024 SCHEDULE_

 

– Week 1: vs. Miami

– Week 2: at LSU

– Week 3: vs. Tennessee

– Week 4: at Kentucky

– Week 5: vs. Auburn

– Week 6: at Georgia

– Week 7: vs. Vanderbilt

– Week 8: at South Carolina

– Week 9: vs. Arkansas

– Week 10: at Alabama

– Week 11: vs. Missouri

– Week 12: at Florida State