Devastating news: Florida gators former coach confirm dead today…

As of February 17, 2025, there are no reports confirming the death of any former head coach of the Florida Gators football team. The most recent passing among former Gators coaches was that of Ray Graves, who died on April 10, 2015, at the age of 96. citeturn0search0

Ray Graves served as the head coach of the Florida Gators football team from 1960 to 1969. During his tenure, he led the team to five bowl appearances and coached several outstanding players, including quarterback and Heisman Trophy recipient Steve Spurrier, running back and future NFL first-round draft pick Larry Smith, and defensive end and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Jack Youngblood. Graves’ leadership was instrumental in elevating the Gators to national prominence in the 1960s. citeturn0search8

After his coaching career, Graves continued to contribute to the University of Florida as the athletic director from 1960 to 1979. His efforts were pivotal in the development of the university’s athletic programs, including the expansion of women’s sports under Title IX. Graves was inducted into the Florida Sports Hall of Fame in 1972, the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame in 1981, and the College Football Hall of Fame in 1990. citeturn0search8

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