Despite a recent trend in college football for players to seek an extra year of eligibility through a medical redshirt, Florida Gators quarterback Graham Mertz

Florida Gators quarterback Graham Mertz recently faced a significant injury, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his future on the field. After a strong start to the season, Mertz’s injury has raised questions about the impact on the team’s performance moving forward.

Graham Mertz’s second season at Florida will end just like his first: watching from the sideline. Coach Billy Napier announced Monday that Mertz tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a 23-17 overtime loss Saturday at Tennessee.