The Florida Gators are preparing for a crucial SEC matchup in Week 3 against the Auburn Tigers. Head coach Jon Sumrall provided updates on injuries affecting wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. and defensive lineman Emmanuel Oyebadejo, mentioning that both players have emerged from their walking boots and are now listed as questionable for the game after practicing very limitedly.

According to sources reported by ESPN's Pete Thamel on X, both Singleton and Oyebadejo are expected to be game-time decisions for the Gators at Auburn. They plan to dress, warm up, and attempt to play; however, Singleton's chances of actually participating in the game are slimmer compared to Oyebadejo. Singleton was a standout player for the Tigers during the 2025 season before transferring to Gainesville, making his potential absence or limited role a significant storyline as Florida aims for a key victory on the road.

Sources: Both Florida WR Eric Singleton Jr. and DE Emmanuel Oyebadejo project as game time decisions for the Gators at Auburn. They are slated to dress, warm-up and attempt to play. Singleton faces longer odds than Oyebadejo to see the field for the Gators. Singleton is an Auburn… pic.twitter.com/qKqc1JdEwa

— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) September 19, 2026

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The coaching staff will closely monitor their warm-ups to gauge their readiness. Oyebadejo seems more likely to test his ankle and contribute along the defensive line, while Singleton's status remains uncertain, keeping fans in suspense until kickoff. If either player manages to play, their presence would provide a much-needed boost for the Gators as they prepare to confront a challenging environment and aim to establish themselves early in the conference schedule.