Gators in East-West Shrine Bowl 2023

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Congratulations to former Gators for being named to East-West Shrine Game:
- Trey Dean
- Justin Shorter
- Amari Burney
- Brenton Cox (dismissed)
- Mahmoud Diabate (Utah)
- Jacob Copeland (Maryland)
- Kadeem Telfort (UAB)

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Jacob Copeland

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Mohamoud Diabate impressed the New England coaching staff.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1621713065229123584

 

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Amari Burney had a good week at the East-West Shrine Bowl. He was named one of the best players on the defense.

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Trey Dean was the most consistent player on defense, and he was named defensive MVP.

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Brenton Cox played well. He recorded a sack and seemed to be a solid contributor in the East-West Shrine Game.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1621337030826287104

 

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Justin Shorter dominated in practice.

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Kadeem Telfort did not play in the Shrine Bowl, but he did well in the Bahamas Bowl in December and his sheer size has impressed scouts.

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It was a defensive struggle for the 98th edition of the East-West Shrine Bowl, as turnovers ultimately won the day in a 12-3 game with all 15 points scored by kickers. Michigan kicker Jake Moody won offensive MVP honors, while Florida safety Trey Dean III won defensive MVP for the game.

Stats:
- Trey Dean 1 interception, 16-yard return (defensive MVP)
- Jacob Copeland 1 target, 1 reception, 7 yards