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UF hires Virginia Tech's Torrian Gray as defensive backs coach

 
Published Feb. 5, 2016

One day after national signing day, Florida landed another big addition to its team.

The Gators named Lakeland native Torrian Gray their new defensive backs coach Thursday.

Gray, a graduate of Lakeland's Kathleen High, spent a decade in that role at Virginia Tech, where he coached five All-America players. The Hokies' pass defense allowed an average 185 yards per game and held opponents to a 106.5 passer rating during his tenure. Both figures were second in the nation in that span.

Gray inherits a secondary that includes star cornerback Jalen Tabor and safety Marcus Maye. Gray, 41, takes over for Kirk Callahan, who was dismissed last month.