Buster Faulkner

Biography

Buster Faulkner enters his first season as offensive coordinator for Florida in 2026. Instrumental in a trio of national titles runs at Georgia (2021, 2022) and Valdosta State (2007), Faulkner comes to the Gators after serving as the offensive coordinator at Georgia Tech the past three seasons (2023-25). He comes equipped with 14 years of experience as an offensive coordinator alone, also coaching the tight ends at Georgia Tech after three seasons at Georgia as an offensive quality control coach (2020-22). Faulkner was also named the 2025 FootballScoop Offensive Coordinator of the Year. “Buster is one of the most innovative offensive coaches in football and I couldn’t be happier for him to join our staff,” Sumrall said at the time of his hiring. “Throughout his impressive career, not only has Buster led some of the highest-scoring offenses in the country, but he’s also shown the ability to design and implement his offenses to the strengths of his players. There is not a doubt in my mind that Buster will have our offense lighting up the scoreboard.” In addition to his national championship success, Faulkner boasts six collegiate conference titles and four division crowns, while claiming a high school state championship as both a coach and a player. “I’m extremely excited to get to work under Jon Sumrall,” Faulkner said. “He’s a proven winner and that’s what excites me the most about this opportunity. Florida is a place where we can compete for national championships and I can'