ELIJHAH BADGER NEWS

Former Florida Gators receiver Elijhah Badger signed by Kansas City Chiefs as UDFA Former Florida Gators WR Elijhah Badger is headed to the NFL after being signed by the Kansas City Chiefs.

APRIL 27 • USATODAY.COM

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APRIL 21 • USATODAY.COM

Quiet in bowl game Badger gathered in 2 of 6 targets for 17 yards during Friday's 33-8 victory versus Tulane.

Impact Badger failed to make a splash in the Gators' season finale despite the team topping 300 passing yards. Badger ends his senior season having caught 39 of 73 targets for 806 receiving yards and four touchdowns across 12 games.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone again Badger totaled five receptions (on seven targets) for 87 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 24-17 victory against Mississippi.

Impact Badger has scored in back-to-back games for the Gators, and has amassed 11 receptions for 218 yards and the two touchdowns over that span. An extremely favorable matchup at dismal FSU is on deck, leaving Badger as a great bet to find the end zone yet again.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Standout performance in victory Badger recorded six receptions (on 10 targets) for 131 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 27-16 victory versus LSU.

Impact It was the second 100-yard outing in three games for Badger, and the third time he hit the 100-yard mark in 2024 overall. Another tough test looms against Ole Miss next weekend, but Badger should remain the focal point of the passing offense for the Gators.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

To return this Saturday Badger (undisclosed) will be back for Saturday's game against LSU, Kevin Brockway of The Gainesville Sun reports.

Impact Badger will return to action after missing last week's game against the Longhorns. The senior wideout leads the team with 24 catches for 560 yards and will look to score for the first time since Week 6.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Badger (undisclosed) is questionable for Florida's tilt with LSU on Saturday.

Impact Badger missed last week against Texas, and is in danger of missing his second straight game after remaining healthy all season. The wideout, who's reeled in 24 catches for 560 yards and two scores this season, will have a clearer availability as the SEC continues to drop reports throughout the week.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Badger (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Florida's clash with Texas.

Impact Badger was on the injury report all week as questionable, and on the eve of the Gators' Week 11 game in Austin the receiver has been ruled out. This should mean more snaps for Tank Dawkins and Marcus Burke.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Texas Badger (undisclosed) is questionable for Florida's tilt with Texas.

Impact Badger has yet to miss a game this season. Florida's leading receiver has 24 grabs for 560 yards and two scores this fall. If he can't go, expect more opportunities for Tank Hawkins and Marcus Burke, among others.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two catches in loss Badger hauled in 2 of 4 targets for 36 yards during Saturday's 34-20 defeat versus Georgia.

Impact Badger was held under 50 yards receiving for the fourth time in five contests. Florida is on its third starting quarterback of the season due to injury, which does not bode well for Badger's prospects for the remainder of the season, including a difficult road clash at Texas next weekend.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses 100-yard mark in victory Badger hauled in 3 of 4 targets for 148 yards during Saturday's 48-20 win versus Kentucky.

Impact Badger reached the 100-yard receiving plateau for the second time in 2024. He is averaging an outstanding 23.8 yards per reception. The big-play threat will have his work cut out for him in two weeks against Georgia, though.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

WR Elijhah Badger emerging as deep threat and what else Florida football learned from its win over UK Florida football picked up a much-needed win over Kentucky at The Swamp. Here's what UF learned in the process

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • JACKSONVILLE.COM

Hits paydirt in win Badger caught 3 of 4 targets for 41 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 24-13 victory versus UCF.

Impact Badger scored for the second time in three contests. He has at least three catches in every game this season, though has only gone over the 50-yard mark in two of those five outings. A difficult task looms at Tennessee next weekend.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches in win Badger caught 3 of 4 targets for 45 yards during Saturday's 45-28 win against Mississippi State.

Impact Badger has at least three catches in every game this season for the Gators. He should remain involved in two weeks versus UCF.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver despite loss Badger caught all five targets for 94 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 33-20 defeat against Texas A&M.

Impact Badger led the Gators in receiving for the game, and has eight catches for 214 yards receiving over the last two contests. The Florida offense has been inconsistent at best to begin the 2024 campaign, though, and SEC play continues at Mississippi State next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses 100-yard mark in loss Badger had three receptions (on four targets) for 123 yards during Saturday's 45-7 victory against Samford.

Impact Badger flashed his big-play ability with a 77-yard grab from quarterback DJ Lagway. Badger also had three catches in the opener and looks like the No. 2 wideout for the Gators behind Eugene Wilson III. Florida starts SEC play next weekend versus Texas A&M.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Named Week 1 starter Badger is starting Saturday's opener versus Miami, the program announced.

Impact Badger, an Arizona State transfer, has impressed his new coaching staff enough to be named an opening day starter alongside Eugene Wilson and Chimere Dike. Badger caught 65 passes for 713 yards and three touchdowns last season, adding 51 yards and a touchdown on the ground.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Impressing in fall practice Badger has impressed the Florida coaching staff throughout fall camp, including head coach Billy Napier, per David Rosenberg of Gatorswire.USAToday.com.

Impact Badger, a transfer from Arizona State, has reportedly made a good impression on the Florida coaching staff through his first offseason on campus. When asked about the 6-foot-1 receiver, Napier complimented Badger's physical skills and ability, as well as his eagerness to work. Badger caught 65 passes for 713 yards and three touchdowns in 11 games for Arizona State in 2023 and could be in line to have a solid role on offense in Gainesville in 2024.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Billy Napier discusses Gators addition of Elijhah Badger During his Monday speaking tour stop in Tampa, Billy Napier addressed the addition of Elijhah Badger for the first time

MAY 21, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Social media reacts to Gators landing transfer WR Elijhah Badger The former Arizona State wideout picked UF over Arizona and Washington

MAY 17, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Transfer Portal Notebook: Latest intel on top available transfers, including coveted WR Elijhah Badger The latest on some of the top available transfers from the spring transfer window.

MAY 16, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Inside the huddle: Scholarship spots, or a lack thereof The Gators are set to host former Arizona State wideout Elijhah Badger for an official visit from May 14-16

MAY 6, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Gators expected to host coveted transfer WR Elijhah Badger Gators expected to host one one of the top uncommitted transfer names on an official visit

MAY 6, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

An update on coveted Arizona State wide receiver transfer Elijhah Badger The top available wide receiver in the transfer portal is set to visit multiple schools in the near future.

MAY 2, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

There is a top transfer portal wide receiver with the last name 'Badger' This transfer WR would be a perfect fit with the Badgers

APRIL 20, 2024 • USATODAY.COM