Florida Strengthens Gators’ Secondary with Jordy Lowery Acquisition
The Florida Gators have made a significant addition to their roster by acquiring cornerback Jordy Lowery from East Carolina University. This move bolsters the team’s secondary, as reported by On3 Sports and Pete Nakos.
Jordy Lowery’s Background
Jordy Lowery stands at 5 feet 11 inches and weighs 189 pounds. Despite his smaller stature, he has demonstrated impressive skills on the field. Over his two-year career at ECU, he registered:
- 27 total tackles (23 solo)
- 4 pass breakups
- 6 interceptions
- 1 defensive touchdown
2026 Season Outlook
Before his time at ECU, Lowery played three seasons at Western Carolina, where he redshirted one year. In 2024, he made his presence known with:
- 48 total tackles (31 solo)
- 2.5 tackles for loss
- 6 interceptions for 133 yards
- 8 pass breakups, ranking 8th in the league
- A national ranking of 2nd with 0.5 interceptions per game
Lowery also contributed to special teams in 2023, appearing in all 11 games and making three tackles. He now has two years of eligibility and will play closer to his hometown of Bartow, Florida, at Gainesville.
Preseason Honors
In recognition of his abilities, Lowery was named to the second-team preseason All-AAC by Phil Steele Magazine and made the third-team preseason All-AAC by Athlon Sports prior to his transfer.
Joining a Talented Recruitment Class
This acquisition comes at a pivotal moment for the Gators as they prepare for the 2026 season. Lowery joins head coach Jon Sumrall’s impressive recruitment class, poised to make an impact in the upcoming season.
