#GatorsProDay Details: Fans Welcome for Midweek Showcase in The Swamp

Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Football

For the first time in recent memory, Florida will open Ben Hill Griffin Stadium to the public for its Pro Day on March 27.

By: Will Pantages

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The Gators football program will hold their annual Pro Day at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Wednesday, March 27, when 17 draft-eligible former Gators chase their dream and work out for NFL general managers, coaches and scouts.

The Gators from the 2018 team that are expected to participate include: Khairi Clark, Ryan Farr, Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, Kavaris Harkless, Martez Ivey, Cece Jefferson, Fred Johnson, Tyler Jordan, Vosean Joseph, C'yontai Lewis, Dre Massey, Jachai Polite, R.J. Raymond, Jordan Scarlett, Moral Stephens, Jawaan Taylor and Nick Villano.

Three Gators from the 2017 team will also be competing and showcasing their talents.

For a lot of them, this is there one opportunity to impress NFL scouts beyond what they put on tape during their career at Florida.

.@DavidNelson86's time with @GatorsFB prepared him for the draft process and the @NFL. #GatorMade pic.twitter.com/swxilGy5Fq
— GatorVision (@GatorVisionTV) February 27, 2019

Schedule:

8:30 a.m. in SEZ Weight Room – Measurements, Bench Press, Vertical Jump
- Only credential personnel will be permitted to view this portion of the event.
9:30 a.m. inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium – Broad Jump, 40-Yard Dash, Shuttle Drills
11 a.m. inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium – Position Specific On-Field Workouts

Parking:
Parking will be available on the east side of the North Lawn of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Fans access the lawn via Fletcher Dr. Overflow parking will be available at Flavet Field.

Entrance to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium:
Fans can enter The Swamp through Gate 18, which is located at the corner of Gale Lemerand Dr. and Stadium Rd. Gators Nation is encouraged to bring a camera (photo or video) and stop watch to capture the experience and enjoy this unique day.

Admission is free.

👆 Moment
👆 Opportunity
👆 Nation
👆 Memory Created

DETAILS: https://t.co/WzzfJoqp6L #SwampMoment pic.twitter.com/VRJSfzkyrk
— Gators Football (@GatorsFB) February 25, 2019

University of Florida police will be doing bag checks upon entry. All memorabilia (UF, NFL, etc.) for participants/players to sign will be not be permitted inside the stadium.

Field access is limited to credentialed personnel and current/former players.

Inclement Weather Plan:
Should inclement weather arise, the field activities will be moved to the indoor practice facility and the workout would not be open to the general public.

Check FloridaGators.com and the @GatorsFB social channels on March 25-26 for up-to-the minute details on potential changes and all information surrounding spring football.

Potential viewing plans are being evaluated if this event moves to the Indoor Practice Facility.

Spring Football – Open Practice:
Gators Nation is reminded that Wednesday, March 27 will be their fourth and final time to view the 2019 team practice prior to the Orange & Blue Game, presented by Sunniland, on April 13th at 1 p.m.

Practice that afternoon will be held at the Sanders Practice Fields from 4:55 – 7:25 p.m.

It's going to be a fun spring for our guys and #GatorNation.

🐊 Open Practice Details
🐊 Family
🐊 Friends
🐊 Fun
🐊 Memories

DETAILS: https://t.co/qQKuhot6bm
#GatorsTogether pic.twitter.com/BdRCydsdbE
— Gators Football (@GatorsFB) February 27, 2019