FORT MYERS, Fla. — Three days after hosting both Texas and Florida State on his summer tour, defensive tackle Kendall Guervil reaffirmed his commitment to the University of Florida on Wednesday night — turning down interest from elite programs to line up in The Swamp beginning in 2026.
Florida’s front is set to feature a three-DL front to open the 2026 season, and Guervil slots in as an ideal interior anchor — someone who can collapse gaps, occupy blockers, and free up teammates to make plays. In short, he’s SEC-ready from day one.
Looking ahead
Guervil’s arrival bolsters Florida’s defensive identity and offers the program a statement — capable of toppling national contenders even on the recruiting trail. His signing day will mark a key moment for Napier’s defense. Equally important is how his presence energizes the current team — priming The Swamp’s home-field advantage.
For Fort Myers, Guervil represents a hometown hero, proving you don’t need to leave the Sunshine State to compete nationally. For Florida fans, he’s the kind of physical disruptor SEC defenses crave. And for Guervil, it’s the next step on a journey he’s piloted since freshman year — one defined by family, preparation, and seizing big moments.
Kendall Guervil: Fort Myers tough, Florida-bound, SEC-disrupting — and just getting started.