There wasn’t a clear timeline for Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson‘s return after he underwent knee surgery in December, causing him to miss the Gators’ loss to Central Florida in the Gasparilla Bowl. He said doctors didn’t expect him to be cleared to practice for months.
That wasn’t ideal for Richardson because it would likely put him behind in learning new coach Billy Napier‘s offense, hampering his efforts to earn the starting job over incumbent Emory Jones and transfer Jack Miller. However, on Monday the Gators’ medical staff cleared him to practice just in time for spring football, which started the following day.
That’s big news for Florida and Napier. Richardson won’t miss any time and will be able to receive some reps running the new offense, continuing his development while competing with Jones for the starting job.
“I thought 15 had a good day,” he said. “I was impressed with what I saw. His attitude has been good. I think he’s impressed me…