GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- With the 2017 season in the rearview mirror and new coach Dan Mullen taking over and hitting the recruiting trail immediately, GatorBait.net takes a look at the scholarship situation he inherits.

As much talk as there was of Jim McElwain leaving a much more balanced roster, that's really not the case.

The Gators are woefully short on scholarship cornerbacks and thin at quarterback and tight end. Numbers on the defensive line and offensive line also need immediate shoring up in the 2017 recruiting class, while the numbers at safety and linebacker (pending the resolution of the nine suspensions) are a bit heavy.

Florida currently has 70 players slated to return on scholarship for the 2018 season, including former walk-ons awarded scholarships, juniors who may turn pro and any veteran players who may graduate and call it a career or take a medical hardship.

That means there are currently 15 open scholarships, with the Gators sitting on 16 commitments right now.

However, a quick peek at the roster indicates some obvious turnover will likely occur among the 68 players, particularly if multiple suspended players have already played their last down at Florida.

The Gators should have little trouble reaching a full signing class around 23-25 prospects.

Take a look at the breakdown of the scholarships by position and class below and drop us a line in the comments section below if you have any questions.

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