Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | Football
Former defensive and special teams members alter the week, Van Jefferson finds the endzone
GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Week nine of the NFL season showcased 46 former Gators on 21 current rosters, with 35 being active. In just his third game of the season, Van Jefferson scores. While a total of nine defensive and special teams' members are noticed. See below to review the rest of the best moments of Gators across the league.
Each week of the 2026-27 season, FloridaGators.com will cover all of the best moments from the NFL stars who made a name for themselves in Gainesville.
Offense
Van Jefferson - WR - Washington Commanders
After being signed to the 53-man roster on Oct. 28, veteran receiver Van Jefferson hauled in the most receptions he has had in a game since the 2021 season with five, for 58 yards. In the second quarter of the in-conference matchup, Jefferson caught a 7-yard touchdown pass to take the lead. The touchdown catch was his first of this season and his first since week 11 of the 2025 year, when he was on the Titans roster. In his 36 total offensive snaps seen on the day, he posted a 76.7 PFF offensive rating, the second highest on the team, and a 74.8 PFF passing grade, the highest on the team.
Defense
Jonathan Greenard - OLB - Philadelphia Eagles
In the divisional matchup against the New York Giants, the former SEC sack leader made his most impactful stat line as an Eagle so far. On 36 total defensive snaps seen during the 1 p.m. slate, Greenard logged his first Philadelphia sack in the first quarter, which pushed the Giants offense back ten yards. He also recorded three quarterback hurries and three total tackles. Greenard's PFF defensive grade of 88.0 was the week's fifth highest score in the league among edge rushers.
Ventrell Miller - LB - Jacksonville Jaguars
On Thursday Night Football against the Baltimore Ravens, the NFLs highest PFF graded linebacker put on another impressive performance following the bye-week. His seven tackles on the night were tied for a team-high, while also tallying a pass deflection. In 35 total defensive snaps played, Miller posted the third highest PFF defensive grade (91.7) and PFF coverage grade (91.1) among linebackers for the week. The fourth-year linebacker still leads the league in total PFF defensive grade with a 92.6, and his PFF coverage grade of 91.3 is tied for third in the league for defenders.
Shemar James Sr. - LB - Dallas Cowboys
The sophomore linebacker, Shemar James Sr., recovered a forced-fumble in the fourth quarter of a must-win game for the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. This was his first fumble recovery of his career. On the day, James Sr. competed in 61 defensive snaps, second most on the defensive roster, and recorded five total tackles and a quarterback hurry. This is now the fourth game in a row where James has seen over half of the amount of defensive snaps.
Dante Fowler - DE - Seattle Seahawks
Twelve years after declaring for the NFL Draft as a Junior, Dante Fowler Jr. continues to have a significant impact on the defensive-line. Despite playing just 12 snaps against the division rival Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, Fowler Jr. recorded his first sack of the season, and his first since week 13 of last season when he was a member of the Dallas Cowboys. His 87.9 PFF defensive grade was the highest among Seahawk's defenders and was sixth highest edge-rushing score in the league for week nine.
Alex Anzalone - LB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In a Sunday Night Football game that was riddled with turnovers, Alex Anzalone came up with an interception in the third quarter against the Bears. He now has three interceptions in the last two games, and a career-high four total on the year. In the team-high 61 snaps played on the day, the 10 year veteran also brought in two tackles and posted a 77.0 PFF tackling grade.
Special Teams
Rocco Underwood - LS - Philadelphia Eagles
Rookie long-snapper Rocco Underwood is part of a Philadelphia special teams group that has punted the most times in the NFL this season, with 49 attempts. On Sunday against the division rival New York Giants, Underwood snapped eight punts, which lead the league, and one field goal. But, Underwood's premiere play of the day came in the second quarter, when the Giants bobbled a punt-return. Rocco was able to fall on the ball and record his first fumble of his young career.
Evan Mcpherson - K - Cincinnati Bengals
Mcpherson continued his perfect season, going 2/2 on field goals and 4/4 on extra points as the Bengals beat the Falcons in Madrid. Mcpherson hit a long of 57 yards making him 6/6 from 50+ this season which is the fourth most in the NFL and he is the only kicker to be perfect from 50+ with at least six attempts. Mcpherson has now made 24 consecutive field goals which continues to extend the Bengals record for consecutive field goals made, and Mcpherson's 24 consecutive is now the longest active streak in the NFL.
Trey Smack - K - Green Bay Packers
Smack had the best game of his young career as he went 3/3 on field goals and 4/4 on extra points with a long of 51 yards. Smack is now 3/3 on field goals from 50+ and he is the only rookie kicker to have not missed from 50+ and one of eight kickers to have not missed with at least three attempts. Smack will look to build on this performance as the Packers host the Vikings in an important divisional matchup this upcoming Sunday.
Tommy Doman Jr. - P - Buffalo Bills
The rookie punter had a good day punting as he punted five times for 228 yards, but one of the best plays of the night was his big hit on Minnesota's return man, Myles Price, resulting in a forced fumble. This was the first forced fumble of Tommy's NFL and college career and he also recorded his first tackle of his NFL career. Doman Jr. and the Bills will look to continue their successful season as the Bills take on the Jets this upcoming Sunday.
For a complete list of Gators in the NFL, see below.
Arizona Cardinals (ARI 3-17 SEA)
90 - Zachary Carter - DT - 4 years (IR)
64 - Kingsley Eguakun - OL - 2 years
Atlanta Falcons (ATL 17-34 CIN)
39 - C.J. Henderson - CB - 6 years (2 TOT, 1 PBU)
95 - Gervon Dexter Sr. - DT - 4 years (2 TOT, 1 QBH)
71 - Jawaan Taylor - OT - 8 years
8 - Kyle Pitts Sr. - TE - 6 years (3 REC, 23 Yards)
Buffalo Bills (BUF 23-6 MIN)
64 - O'Cyrus Torrence - G - 4 years
39 - Tommy Doman Jr. - P - Rookie (5 Punts, 228 Yards, Long of 48, 1 FF, 1 TOT)
Carolina Panthers (CAR 21-26 DEN)
92 - Cam Jackson - DT - 2 years (IR)
73 - Stone Forsythe - OT - 6 years
47 - Ja'Markis Weston - LB - 2 years (Practice Squad)
35 - Marco Wilson - CB - 6 years (Practice Squad)
Cincinnati Bengals (CIN 34-17 ATL)
2 - Evan McPherson - K - 6 years (2/2 FG, Long of 57, 4/4 XP)
98 - T. J. Slaton Jr. - DL - 6 years (1 TOT, 1 QBH)
25 - Trikweze Bridges - CB - 2 years (Practice Squad)
Cleveland Browns (CLE 22-23 NO)
58 - Austin Barber - OT - Rookie
Dallas Cowboys (DAL 27-23 IND)
90 - Jonathan Bullard - DE - 11 years (IR)
20 - Malik Davis - RB - 3 years (IR)
50 - Shemar James Sr. - LB - 2 years (5 TOT, 1 QBH, 1 FR)
29 - Devin Moore - CB - Rookie (IR)
N/A - Kyle Trask - QB - 5 Years (Practice Squad)
Denver Broncos (DEN 26-21 CAR)
16 - Jeremy Crawshaw - P - 2 years (3 Punts, 161 Yards, Long of 64, 1 IN20)
Green Bay Packers (GB 45-27 NE)
57 - Brenton Cox Jr. - DL - 4 years (1 TOT, 0.5 Sack, 1 QBH, 3 QB Hits)
87 - J. Michael Sturdivant - WR - Rookie
28 - Trey Smack - K - Rookie (3/3 FG, Long of 51, 4/4 XP)
Houston Texans (HOU 44-22 LAC)
77 - Trent Brown - OT - 12 years
18 - Graham Mertz - QB - 2 years (IR)
Indianapolis Colts (IND 23-27 DAL)
5 - Anthony Richardson Sr. - QB - 4 years
52 - George Gumbs Jr. - DE - Rookie
Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX 33-10 BAL)
51 - Ventrell Miller - LB - 4 years (7 TOT, 1 PBU)
Los Angeles Chargers (LAC 22-44 HOU)
66 - Jake Slaughter - C - Rookie
29 - Kaiir Elam - CB - 5 years (Practice Squad)
Miami Dolphins (MIA 9-19 DET)
4 - Jason Marshall Jr. - CB - 2 years (1 TOT, 1 PBU)
Minnesota Vikings (MIN 6-23 BUF)
95 - Caleb Banks - DT - Rookie
Philadelphia Eagles (PHI 11-19 NYG)
74 - Fred Johnson - OT - 8 years
52 - Jonathan Greenard - OLB - 7 years (3 TOT, 1 Sack, 3 QBH, 2 QB Hits)
41 - Rocco Underwood - LS - Rookie (1 FR)
San Francisco 49ers (SF 38-17 LV)
11 - Demarcus Robisnon - WR - 11 years (3 Rec, 22 Yards)
18 - Eddy Piñeiro - K - 9 years (1/1 FG, Long of 35, 5/5 XP)
1 - Ricky Pearsall - WR - 3 years (IR)
Seattle Seahawks (SEA 17-3 ARI)
56 - Dante Fowler Jr. - DE - 12 years (2 TOT, 1 Sack)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB 24-27 CHI)
34 - Alex Anzalone - LB - 10 years (2 TOT, 3 QBH, 1 INT)
Tennessee Titans (BYE)
78 - Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson - OT - 2 years
17 - Chimere Dike - WR - 2 years
3 - Tommy Townsend - P - 7 years
Washington Commanders (WSH 13-20 LAR)
12 - Van Jefferson - WR - 7 years (5 Rec, 58 Yards, 1 TD)
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Each week of the 2026-27 season, FloridaGators.com will cover all of the best moments from the NFL stars who made a name for themselves in Gainesville.
Offense
Van Jefferson - WR - Washington Commanders
After being signed to the 53-man roster on Oct. 28, veteran receiver Van Jefferson hauled in the most receptions he has had in a game since the 2021 season with five, for 58 yards. In the second quarter of the in-conference matchup, Jefferson caught a 7-yard touchdown pass to take the lead. The touchdown catch was his first of this season and his first since week 11 of the 2025 year, when he was on the Titans roster. In his 36 total offensive snaps seen on the day, he posted a 76.7 PFF offensive rating, the second highest on the team, and a 74.8 PFF passing grade, the highest on the team.
Van Jefferson scores for a Commanders TD LARvsWAS on FOX/FOX One Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/ogLMJSSHK9
— NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2026
Defense
Jonathan Greenard - OLB - Philadelphia Eagles
In the divisional matchup against the New York Giants, the former SEC sack leader made his most impactful stat line as an Eagle so far. On 36 total defensive snaps seen during the 1 p.m. slate, Greenard logged his first Philadelphia sack in the first quarter, which pushed the Giants offense back ten yards. He also recorded three quarterback hurries and three total tackles. Greenard's PFF defensive grade of 88.0 was the week's fifth highest score in the league among edge rushers.
Jonathan Greenard gets his first sack as an Eagle 🦅 NYGvsPHI on FOX/FOX One Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/9WCGeUnDwC
— NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2026
Ventrell Miller - LB - Jacksonville Jaguars
On Thursday Night Football against the Baltimore Ravens, the NFLs highest PFF graded linebacker put on another impressive performance following the bye-week. His seven tackles on the night were tied for a team-high, while also tallying a pass deflection. In 35 total defensive snaps played, Miller posted the third highest PFF defensive grade (91.7) and PFF coverage grade (91.1) among linebackers for the week. The fourth-year linebacker still leads the league in total PFF defensive grade with a 92.6, and his PFF coverage grade of 91.3 is tied for third in the league for defenders.
Shemar James Sr. - LB - Dallas Cowboys
The sophomore linebacker, Shemar James Sr., recovered a forced-fumble in the fourth quarter of a must-win game for the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. This was his first fumble recovery of his career. On the day, James Sr. competed in 61 defensive snaps, second most on the defensive roster, and recorded five total tackles and a quarterback hurry. This is now the fourth game in a row where James has seen over half of the amount of defensive snaps.
Cowboys come right back with a takeaway of their own! DALvsIND on FOX/FOX One Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/NVQtl0FpYU
— NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2026
Dante Fowler - DE - Seattle Seahawks
Twelve years after declaring for the NFL Draft as a Junior, Dante Fowler Jr. continues to have a significant impact on the defensive-line. Despite playing just 12 snaps against the division rival Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, Fowler Jr. recorded his first sack of the season, and his first since week 13 of last season when he was a member of the Dallas Cowboys. His 87.9 PFF defensive grade was the highest among Seahawk's defenders and was sixth highest edge-rushing score in the league for week nine.
Alex Anzalone - LB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In a Sunday Night Football game that was riddled with turnovers, Alex Anzalone came up with an interception in the third quarter against the Bears. He now has three interceptions in the last two games, and a career-high four total on the year. In the team-high 61 snaps played on the day, the 10 year veteran also brought in two tackles and posted a 77.0 PFF tackling grade.
Bucs pick off Caleb Williams for the FOURTH time 😳 (via @NFL) https://t.co/32A3L3DKe9
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) November 9, 2026
Special Teams
Rocco Underwood - LS - Philadelphia Eagles
Rookie long-snapper Rocco Underwood is part of a Philadelphia special teams group that has punted the most times in the NFL this season, with 49 attempts. On Sunday against the division rival New York Giants, Underwood snapped eight punts, which lead the league, and one field goal. But, Underwood's premiere play of the day came in the second quarter, when the Giants bobbled a punt-return. Rocco was able to fall on the ball and record his first fumble of his young career.
EAGLES LONG SNAPPER ROCCO UNDERWOOD COMES UP WITH THE BALL ON THE MUFFED PUNT #FlyEaglesFly https://t.co/QbJxViyPyT
— Barstool Philly (@BarstoolPhilly) November 8, 2026
Evan Mcpherson - K - Cincinnati Bengals
Mcpherson continued his perfect season, going 2/2 on field goals and 4/4 on extra points as the Bengals beat the Falcons in Madrid. Mcpherson hit a long of 57 yards making him 6/6 from 50+ this season which is the fourth most in the NFL and he is the only kicker to be perfect from 50+ with at least six attempts. Mcpherson has now made 24 consecutive field goals which continues to extend the Bengals record for consecutive field goals made, and Mcpherson's 24 consecutive is now the longest active streak in the NFL.
Evan McPherson nails it from 57 yards out. @Bengals lead 24-10 in Madrid. CINvsATL on NFL Network Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/rYbuEh2gM9
— NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2026
Trey Smack - K - Green Bay Packers
Smack had the best game of his young career as he went 3/3 on field goals and 4/4 on extra points with a long of 51 yards. Smack is now 3/3 on field goals from 50+ and he is the only rookie kicker to have not missed from 50+ and one of eight kickers to have not missed with at least three attempts. Smack will look to build on this performance as the Packers host the Vikings in an important divisional matchup this upcoming Sunday.
https://t.co/rrExdYVM0X
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) November 9, 2026
Tommy Doman Jr. - P - Buffalo Bills
The rookie punter had a good day punting as he punted five times for 228 yards, but one of the best plays of the night was his big hit on Minnesota's return man, Myles Price, resulting in a forced fumble. This was the first forced fumble of Tommy's NFL and college career and he also recorded his first tackle of his NFL career. Doman Jr. and the Bills will look to continue their successful season as the Bills take on the Jets this upcoming Sunday.
Big hit from the punter Tommy Doman 😅 BUFvsMIN on ESPN Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/uGStrQtMZR
— NFL (@NFL) November 10, 2026
For a complete list of Gators in the NFL, see below.
Arizona Cardinals (ARI 3-17 SEA)
90 - Zachary Carter - DT - 4 years (IR)
64 - Kingsley Eguakun - OL - 2 years
Atlanta Falcons (ATL 17-34 CIN)
39 - C.J. Henderson - CB - 6 years (2 TOT, 1 PBU)
95 - Gervon Dexter Sr. - DT - 4 years (2 TOT, 1 QBH)
71 - Jawaan Taylor - OT - 8 years
8 - Kyle Pitts Sr. - TE - 6 years (3 REC, 23 Yards)
Buffalo Bills (BUF 23-6 MIN)
64 - O'Cyrus Torrence - G - 4 years
39 - Tommy Doman Jr. - P - Rookie (5 Punts, 228 Yards, Long of 48, 1 FF, 1 TOT)
Carolina Panthers (CAR 21-26 DEN)
92 - Cam Jackson - DT - 2 years (IR)
73 - Stone Forsythe - OT - 6 years
47 - Ja'Markis Weston - LB - 2 years (Practice Squad)
35 - Marco Wilson - CB - 6 years (Practice Squad)
Cincinnati Bengals (CIN 34-17 ATL)
2 - Evan McPherson - K - 6 years (2/2 FG, Long of 57, 4/4 XP)
98 - T. J. Slaton Jr. - DL - 6 years (1 TOT, 1 QBH)
25 - Trikweze Bridges - CB - 2 years (Practice Squad)
Cleveland Browns (CLE 22-23 NO)
58 - Austin Barber - OT - Rookie
Dallas Cowboys (DAL 27-23 IND)
90 - Jonathan Bullard - DE - 11 years (IR)
20 - Malik Davis - RB - 3 years (IR)
50 - Shemar James Sr. - LB - 2 years (5 TOT, 1 QBH, 1 FR)
29 - Devin Moore - CB - Rookie (IR)
N/A - Kyle Trask - QB - 5 Years (Practice Squad)
Denver Broncos (DEN 26-21 CAR)
16 - Jeremy Crawshaw - P - 2 years (3 Punts, 161 Yards, Long of 64, 1 IN20)
Green Bay Packers (GB 45-27 NE)
57 - Brenton Cox Jr. - DL - 4 years (1 TOT, 0.5 Sack, 1 QBH, 3 QB Hits)
87 - J. Michael Sturdivant - WR - Rookie
28 - Trey Smack - K - Rookie (3/3 FG, Long of 51, 4/4 XP)
Houston Texans (HOU 44-22 LAC)
77 - Trent Brown - OT - 12 years
18 - Graham Mertz - QB - 2 years (IR)
Indianapolis Colts (IND 23-27 DAL)
5 - Anthony Richardson Sr. - QB - 4 years
52 - George Gumbs Jr. - DE - Rookie
Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX 33-10 BAL)
51 - Ventrell Miller - LB - 4 years (7 TOT, 1 PBU)
Los Angeles Chargers (LAC 22-44 HOU)
66 - Jake Slaughter - C - Rookie
29 - Kaiir Elam - CB - 5 years (Practice Squad)
Miami Dolphins (MIA 9-19 DET)
4 - Jason Marshall Jr. - CB - 2 years (1 TOT, 1 PBU)
Minnesota Vikings (MIN 6-23 BUF)
95 - Caleb Banks - DT - Rookie
Philadelphia Eagles (PHI 11-19 NYG)
74 - Fred Johnson - OT - 8 years
52 - Jonathan Greenard - OLB - 7 years (3 TOT, 1 Sack, 3 QBH, 2 QB Hits)
41 - Rocco Underwood - LS - Rookie (1 FR)
San Francisco 49ers (SF 38-17 LV)
11 - Demarcus Robisnon - WR - 11 years (3 Rec, 22 Yards)
18 - Eddy Piñeiro - K - 9 years (1/1 FG, Long of 35, 5/5 XP)
1 - Ricky Pearsall - WR - 3 years (IR)
Seattle Seahawks (SEA 17-3 ARI)
56 - Dante Fowler Jr. - DE - 12 years (2 TOT, 1 Sack)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB 24-27 CHI)
34 - Alex Anzalone - LB - 10 years (2 TOT, 3 QBH, 1 INT)
Tennessee Titans (BYE)
78 - Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson - OT - 2 years
17 - Chimere Dike - WR - 2 years
3 - Tommy Townsend - P - 7 years
Washington Commanders (WSH 13-20 LAR)
12 - Van Jefferson - WR - 7 years (5 Rec, 58 Yards, 1 TD)
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