Wisconsin transfer Graham Mertz will be Florida’s starting quarterback when it begins the 2023 season, according to On3 Sports’ Nick de la Torre.
As Gators head coach Billy Napier enters Year 2 in Gainesville, he will rely on the former Badger to serve as Anthony Richardson’s replacement. Mertz spent four seasons in Wisconsin, completing 59.5% of his passes and throwing for 5,405 yards, 38 touchdowns and 26 interceptions.
Mertz’s best campaign was in 2022, when he threw for more than 2,100 yards and tossed 19 touchdowns, 10 interceptions while completing 57.3% of his passes. Mertz had been in a battle for the starting role during summer practices this year with former Ohio State quarterback Jack Miller.
