Countdown to Kickoff 2025

#53 Charlie Williams LB (1975-77)
The man they called “Horse” was a tackle machine in the mid-’70s. After starring at Jacksonville Raines, Williams became a three-year starter for the Gators and racked up 409 tackles, fourth-most in school history; he had three seasons with at least 126 tackles. He is tied for second in school history with eight fumble recoveries. Charlie had 153 stops as a senior and his striking ability earned him the nickname “Charliehorse.” Other notables: C Kim Helton, DL/OL Bruce Culpepper, LB Frank McCarthy.

 

#52 Chris Bromley G (1987-90)
Older brother Phil was a starting center and, truth be told, a bit better than Chris. But Phil wore No. 50 and he wasn’t better than Brad Culpepper. Like his brother, Chris starred at Pensacola Woodham and played center when he got to UF. But Chris moved to guard as a sophomore and was a part-time starter that season. He then started fulltime in 1989 and ’90. He was a captain as a senior in ’90, when he was named second-team All-SEC.



#52 Jon Bostic LB (2009-11)
A big-time hitter, Bostic had an outstanding season in 2012, leading the Gators in tackles (94) and earning second team All-SEC honors. He helped lead UF to the Sugar Bowl. Other notables: LB Alvin Butler, LB Dwayne Thomas, DT Ricky Williams.