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Utah wasted no time discovering a alternative for probably NFL-bound Devin Lloyd, and that alternative was a standout defender on the College of Florida.
Mohamoud Diabate, a former Gator linebacker/defensive finish, introduced on Twitter Tuesday evening that he can be transferring to the College of Utah.
Let’s get it #GoUtes@Utah_Footballpic.twitter.com/9rvwoh1M4D
— Mohamoud Diabate (@MDiabate11) January 5, 2022
Diabate was Florida’s main tackler in 2021 and one of many premier defensive prospects within the switch portal.
He led the Gators with 89 tackles this previous season, recording 2.5 tackles for loss and 4 quarterback hurries. In his profession in Gainesville, Diabate appeared in 37 video games, beginning 17, racking up 176 tackles, 14 tackles for loss six sacks, three compelled fumbles, two cross breakups and an interception.
I’m extremely grateful for the previous 3 years right here on the College of Florida. Thanks to all who invested their time into me throughout my time. I respect all of the followers of Gator Nation and the help all through my time right here in Gainesville, I'll all the time be a Gator. pic.twitter.com/tf8OsEaVER
— Mohamoud Diabate (@MDiabate11) January 5, 2022
A junior in 2021, the 6-foot-3, 215-pound Diabate is understood for his freakish athleticism and performed as an edge rusher early in his faculty profession earlier than shifting to linebacker.
A local of Auburn, Alabama, Diabate entered the switch portal on Dec. 10.
Utah’s linebacker corps took a big hit with each Lloyd and Nephi Sewell headed to the NFL draft, however Diabate’s arrival ought to assist alleviate considerations that the Utes would take a step again on the place (Utah has a wealth of expertise at linebacker, although a lot is unproven).
Utah travels to Gainesville to face Florida in its 2022 season opener on Sept. 3.