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Florida vs. Texas: Picks and predictions from the Swamp247 staff
The Gators (4-2, 2-2 SEC) hope to get back on track in Week 7 after consecutive losses derailed their early-season momentum. That will not prove easy on Saturday, especially if starting quarterback Aaron Philo is ultimately unavailable due to injury, when Florida faces No. 7 Texas (5-1, 1-1 SEC) at noon ET, at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. Florida enters Week 7 as an 11.5-point favorite over Texas, according to SportsLine on CBS Sports. The over/under is currently 51.5 points.
Start 'em, sit 'em: Florida vs. Texas fantasy football picks, matchup analysis
Start 'em, sit 'em: Florida vs. Texas fantasy football picks, matchup analysis Swamp247 previews the best and worst fantasy football matchups for Florida's Week 7 matchup with No. 7 Texas. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida RB Jadan Baugh named AP Midseason All-American
Gators star running back Jadan Baugh was named a Midseason All-American by the Associated Press on Thursday, receiving Second-Team recognition as the FBS leader in rushing touchdowns with 12.
Florida preparing QB Jones to start vs. Texas: 'Gonna be ready when his number is called'
Gators head coach Jon Sumrall made a significant admission during his Monday press conference that, at first, no one seemed to notice. As Florida's offense, which two weeks ago ranked No. 2 in the FBS in scoring, has floundered in tandem with ample defensive lapses amid the program's two-game losing streak, questions have arisen about whether Sumrall and the Gators' coaching staff will make personnel changes across the board. UF's quarterback position is among those under the external microscope.
Florida vs. Texas Wednesday availability report: Aaron Philo among three questionable Gators
The Gators officially ruled starting quarterback Aaron Philo questionable for Florida's Saturday, Week 7 road matchup with No. 7 Texas on UF's Wednesday availability report, as the junior signal-caller nurses an injury suffered against South Carolina in Week 6. Philo is one of three Gators considered questionable for the matchup, listed alongside one UF player already ruled out. Find Florida and Texas' Wednesday availability reports for Week 7 below.
Buster Faulkner talks Florida's offensive regression, need for improved blocking
Gators offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner met with reporters Tuesday to preview Florida's Week 7 road matchup with No. 7 Texas, dissect UF's offensive regression over the last two games, discuss the need for improved blocking across the offensive line and beyond, and much more. Find everything Faulkner said during his press conference below.
Florida Gators quarterly PFF grades: Midseason report
Florida Gators quarterly PFF grades: Midseason report Individual PFF grades for every Florida Gators player halfway through the 2026 regular season. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida QB Aaron Philo's status vs. Texas in question due to reported injury
Florida starting junior quarterback Aaron Philo's status is reportedly in question for the Gators' Week 7 road matchup against No. 7 Texas as an undisclosed injury has limited him in practice this week, CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz reported Wednesday. UF will release its first Southeastern Conference-mandated availability report for Week 7 at 8:10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, which should shed further light on Philo's status leading up to the contest.
Florida QB Aaron Philo's status vs. Texas in question due to reported injury
It makes sense. They just get the respect because of their outlets. Sucks for you guys who are in the room with them twice a week busting your butts. Was gonna say this when we saw Montgomery on the injury report. He said he’d be transparent about injuries. Maybe the beat (as a whole) needs to make sure they ask about any new injuries during his pressers. Then at least you guys get to break the news. EDIT: Maybe Edgar could swap out one of his nonsensical questions and ask this every week.
Florida vs. Texas: Five takeaways from Gators coordinator press conferences
Florida vs. Texas: Five takeaways from Gators coordinator press conferences The Gators' coordinators, Buster Faulkner and Brad White, previewed Florida vs. Texas and offered updates across their units. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Sumrall increases involvement in struggling Florida defense: 'Have to perform better'
Sumrall increases involvement in struggling Florida defense: 'Have to perform better' While not absorbing play-calling, Gators head coach Jon Sumrall is taking a more hands-on approach to overseeing Florida's struggling defense. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Jon Sumrall reviews Florida's loss to South Carolina; previews Texas
Gators head coach Jon Sumrall took social media narratives and criticism about Florida's two-game losing slide head-on during his Week 7 press conference Monday morning, dispelling speculation about star wide receiver Vernell Brown III's two-game absence, whether UF has tried to micromanage Sumrall's personality and demeanor, and much more.
Gators' snap counts from Florida's 38-19 loss to South Carolina
Even as the Gators soared in the rankings amid their 4-0 start, first-year Florida head coach Jon Sumrall warned UF fans and the college football landscape that his team was flawed and had "not arrived." That much has proven true as the Gators now ride a two-game skid into the second half of the 2026 season, following a dismaying 38-19 home loss to South Carolina on Saturday, a week after being blown out 45-17 at Missouri. "Like I said a week ago, I see us every day.
Jon Sumrall updates injuries to trio of Gators after loss to Gamecocks
Gators head coach Jon Sumrall updated a trio of players impacted by injuries in Week 6 after Florida's 38-19 loss to South Carolina on Saturday. Florida running back Duke Clark left the field in the second quarter of Saturday's contest against South Carolina with a visible limp, and missed the remainder of the contest after being observed wearing a walking boot on his left foot. Sumrall noted Clark suffered an ankle injury and that his status beyond Week 6 is currently unclear.
Florida vs. South Carolina primer: Key storylines, betting odds, how to watch/listen
Looking to bounce back from their first loss of the Jon Sumrall era, the Gators are back in The Swamp for Week 6, with No. 16 Florida (4-1, 2-1 SEC) scheduled to face South Carolina (2-3, 0-3 SEC) Saturday at 12:45 p.m. ET for UF's homecoming game. Find everything you need to know ahead of the matchup, including key storylines, how to watch and listen, betting odds and other pre-game notes below.
Florida vs. South Carolina Friday availability report: Another two Gators cleared for Week 6
Another pair of Gators were cleared Friday night for Florida's Week 6 matchup with South Carolina, as cornerback Dijon Johnson and running back London Montgomery were both removed from UF's availability report for the contest. Florida starting wide receiver Vernell Brown III is UF's lone remaining player on the report, after starting safety Bryce Thornton was taken off the list on Thursday. Brown is still considered questionable to play.
Start 'em, sit 'em: Florida vs. South Carolina fantasy football picks, matchup analysis
Start 'em, sit 'em: Florida vs. South Carolina fantasy football picks, matchup analysis Swamp247 previews the best and worst fantasy football matchups for Florida's Week 6 matchup with South Carolina. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida vs. South Carolina: Picks and predictions from the Swamp247 staff
Looking to bounce back from their first loss of the Jon Sumrall era, the Gators are back in The Swamp for Week 6, with No. 16 Florida (4-1, 2-1 SEC) scheduled to face South Carolina (2-3, 0-3 SEC) Saturday at 12: 45 p.m. ET for UF's homecoming game. Florida enters Week 6 as an 11.5-point favorite over South Carolina, according to SportsLine on CBS Sports. The over/under is currently 58.5 points.
Brad White addresses Florida's defensive breakdown at Missouri; previews South Carolina
Gators defensive coordinator Brad White dissected Florida's concerning defensive breakdown in the team's 45-17 loss at Missouri, previewed UF's defensive matchup with South Carolina in Week 6 and more while meeting with reporters on Tuesday. Find everything White said during his press conference below. On White's main takeaways from Florida's defensive struggles at Missouri: "I don't think it's a huge surprise. It's explosives.
Analysis: Florida's vertical passing game has disappeared; why that matters
Analysis: Florida's vertical passing game has disappeared; why that matters Florida's run game and pass defense were absent in its loss to Missouri. But the Gators' vertical passing game was lacking, too, and that might be a bigger problem. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida Gators' 2026-27 tip-off times, TV designations finalized
With the Gators' 2026-27 season tipping off in just under a month, Florida on Wednesday largely finalized its tip-off times and television designations for the upcoming campaign. In addition to ABC nationally broadcasting Florida's Feb. 27 matchup with Arkansas, the Gators could play up to 19 more regular season games on ESPN or ESPN2. Additional games will appear on SEC Network and ESPNU with a pair of nonconference games streaming on SEC+ and the ESPN app.
Everything Florida's Jon Sumrall said in Week 6 SEC teleconference; Vernell Brown III update
Jon Sumrall discussed how the Gators have responded to a loss during the SEC coaches' teleconference before Florida hosts South Carolina in Week 6. VIP Gators head coach Jon Sumrall discussed Florida's response to its loss to Missouri during the SEC coaches' teleconference on Wednesday, as UF prepares to host South Carolina at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Week 6.
Swamp247 Podcast: How does Florida's loss at Missouri impacts the outlook, trajectory of the 2026 season?
The Swamp247 Podcast returns to continue discussing Florida's 45-17 loss at Missouri, and how the defeat impacts the outlook of the remainder of the season. The hosts, Graham Hall and Zach Goodall, go over the Gators' inefficient offensive performance against the Tigers, along with the defense's biggest concerns after Saturday. In the final segment, the hosts give their thoughts on how the loss impacts the trajectory and outlook of UF's first season under head coach Jon Sumrall.
Grading the Gators: PFF assesses Florida's loss to Missouri
Grading the Gators: PFF assesses Florida's loss to Missouri Pro Football Focus' individual player grades for the Gators from Florida's Week 5 loss at Missouri. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Sumrall updates injuries to Florida WR Vernell Brown III, S Bryce Thornton
Gators head coach Jon Sumrall expressed optimism that starting wide receiver Vernell Brown III and safety Bryce Thornton could be available for No. 16 Florida's Week 6 matchup with South Carolina on Saturday, revealing Monday that both players are cleared to practice but that their confidence and pain tolerance will be monitored throughout the week.
Florida drops in AP Top 25 after loss to Missouri
The Gators' stay in the Associated Press' Top 10 was short-lived, as Florida (4-1, 2-1 SEC) fell to No. 16 from No. 8 after UF's 45-17 loss to the No. 25 Missouri Tigers, who rose to No. 14, in the Week 6 AP Top 25. Florida's No. 16 standing makes the Gators the eighth-highest Southeastern Conference squad in the rankings, behind No. 1 Texas, No. 2 Georgia, No. 6 Alabama, No. 9 Ole Miss, No. 10 LSU, No. 14 Missouri and No. 15 Tennessee.
Gators' snap counts from Florida's 45-17 loss at Missouri
Gators' snap counts from Florida's 45-17 loss at Missouri Without starting safety Bryce Thornton due to injury, five Florida safeties and STAR nickel cornerbacks played at least 17 snaps against Missouri. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Five key takeaways from Florida's 45-17, blowout loss to Missouri
Five key takeaways from Florida's 45-17, blowout loss to Missouri Jon Sumrall's honeymoon phase in Gainesville is over, and more takeaways from Florida's 45-17 loss at Missouri. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Sumrall: Florida S Bryce Thornton suffered pre-game injury vs. Missouri
Gators starting safety Bryce Thornton suffered a lower-body injury in pre-game warmups that prevented him from playing in No. 8 Florida's 45-17 loss to No. 25 Missouri on Saturday, UF head coach Jon Sumrall revealed after the game. Thornton was not listed on Florida's availability report entering the contest and had previously appeared in every game for UF this season. "[Thornton] had a little tweak that happened in pre-game warmups, something that I haven't really seen a whole lot of.
Jadan Baugh Heisman Trophy odds tracker: Week 5
1 hour ago During his long playing career with the Dallas Cowboys, Jason Witten had some eye-popping performances. However, he likely never had a performance like what his son did Friday night. Cooper Witten, a five-star Oklahoma linebacker commit, did a little bit of everything in Liberty Christian's (TX) …
Jadan Baugh Heisman Trophy odds tracker: Week 5
While the Gators' undefeated start to Jon Sumrall's first season as head coach can be attributed to a number of factors, none have been as critical as star running back Jadan Baugh's unprecedented performance early in the campaign, spearheading a Florida offense ranking No. 2 among FBS squads in scoring at 53.5 points per game. Accordingly, Baugh has emerged as one of the top candidates for the Heisman Trophy, awarded annually to the best player in college football.
Florida vs. Missouri primer: Key storylines, betting odds, how to watch/listen
The Gators (4-0, 2-0 SEC) hope to extend Jon Sumrall's inaugural winning streak as the program's head coach to five games, and to even Florida's overall series against Missouri at 7-7, when they face the Tigers (3-1, 0-1 SEC) Saturday in Columbia, Miss., at 3:30 p.m. ET. Find everything you need to know ahead of the matchup, including key storylines, how to watch and listen, betting odds and other pre-game notes below.
Start 'em, sit 'em: Florida vs. Missouri fantasy football picks, matchup analysis
Start 'em, sit 'em: Florida vs. Missouri fantasy football picks, matchup analysis Swamp247 previews the best and worst fantasy football matchups for Florida's Week 5 matchup with Missouri. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida Week 5 availability report: Brown downgraded, Stockton upgraded Friday
Florida downgraded star wide receiver Vernell Brown III from questionable to doubtful, and upgraded wide receiver Bailey Stockton from questionable to probable, Friday ahead of the Gators' road matchup with the Missouri Tigers in Week 5. Missouri, meanwhile, downgraded starting edge rushers Langden Kitchen and Darris Smith from questionable to out on Friday. The Tigers removed linebacker Bobby Washington Jr. from their availability report after previously deeming him questionable to play.
Florida vs. Missouri: Picks and predictions from the Swamp247 staff
Florida vs. Missouri: Picks and predictions from the Swamp247 staff Swamp247's picks and predictions for the No. 8 Florida Gators' Week 5 matchup with the No. 25 Missouri Tigers in Columbia. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida's Jon Sumrall wins first-ever Dodd Trophy Coach of the Month award
Florida's Jon Sumrall won the inaugural Dodd Trophy Coach of the Month award, for the month of September, on Friday, the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation and Peach Bowl, Inc. announced, following the No. 8 Gators' undefeated 4-0 (2-0 SEC) start to Sumrall's first season leading the program in 2026. Sumrall was chosen from the previous month's Dodd Trophy Coach of the Week winners: Tony Elliott (Virginia), Joe Harasymiak (UMass), Eric Morris (Oklahoma State) and Will Stein (Kentucky).
Transcript: Buster Faulkner assesses Florida's dominant rushing attack, LT Bryce Lovett's rise
Ahead of No. 8 Florida's Week 5 matchup with No. 25 Missouri, Gators offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner assessed UF's dominant rushing attack four games into the 2026 season, discussed what wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. brings to the offense, detailed Bryce Lovett's emergence as the team's left tackle and more during his weekly press conference on Tuesday. Find everything Faulkner said during his press conference below.
Florida vs. Missouri: Five things learned from Gator coordinator press conferences
Florida vs. Missouri: Five things learned from Gator coordinator press conferences The Gators' coordinators, Buster Faulkner and Brad White, previewed Florida vs. Missouri and offered updates across their units. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida EDGE Jayden Woods added to Chuck Bednarik Award watch list
Florida edge rusher Jayden Woods has been added to the Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List following his four-sack start to the 2026 season, the Maxwell Football Club announced Wednesday. The Bednarik Award has been presented to the College Defensive Player of the Year since 1994. Woods joins Florida linebacker Myles Graham on the trophy's watch list; Graham was named a candidate during the preseason.
Grading the Gators: PFF assesses Florida's win over Ole Miss
Grading the Gators: PFF assesses Florida's win over Ole Miss Pro Football Focus' individual player grades for the Gators from Florida's Week 4 win over Ole Miss. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Three Gators earn SEC weekly honors, including Jadan Baugh's first Offensive POTW
The Southeastern Conference awarded three Gators with weekly honors for their performances in Florida's 52-28 win over Ole Miss in Week 4, handing star running back Jadan Baugh the first SEC Offensive Player of the Week recognition of his career, while running back London Montgomery and left tackle Bryce Lovett were named the league's Special Teams Player of the Week and Offensive Lineman of the Week, respectively.
Sumrall details Florida injury report for Week 5; updates Vernell Brown III
Gators head coach Jon Sumrall detailed No. 8 Florida's injury report on Monday ahead of its Week 5 matchup at No. 25 Missouri, noting wide receivers Vernell Brown III (knee), Bailey Stockton (back) and cornerback Dijon Johnson (ankle) will be limited in practice throughout the week and that "all of them, honestly, could be available this weekend." Brown exited Florida's 52-28 win over Ole Miss Saturday with a slight limp after a six-yard reverse rush in the second quarter and did not return,...
Jon Sumrall updates injuries to Florida WRs Vernell Brown III, Bailey Stockton
Florida does not anticipate long-term injuries for wide receivers Vernell Brown III and Bailey Stockton after both players were hurt during No. 21 UF's 52-28 win over No. 4 Ole Miss, Gators head coach Jon Sumrall revealed on Saturday.
Gators' snap counts from Florida's 52-28 win over Ole Miss
Gators' snap counts from Florida's 52-28 win over Ole Miss Seven wide receivers and five tight ends took the field in Florida's win over Ole Miss as the Gators' pass-catching corps navigated injuries. To read this full article and more,Β subscribe now β SALE:50% off first year Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Join Today Already a subscriber? Login 247Sports Logo
Florida's College Football Playoff chances spike after win vs. Ole Miss
The Gators are off to a red-hot, undefeated start four games into head coach Jon Sumrall's inaugural campaign. And after No. 21 Florida's (4-0, 2-0 SEC) 52-28 win over No. 4 Ole Miss (3-1, 1-1 SEC) in Gainesville on Saturday, it's become increasingly likely UF will achieve its first College Football Playoff berth in program history later this year.
Jon Sumrall recaps Florida's blowout win over Ole Miss: 'We have not arrived'
While emphatic about the win, Gators head coach Jon Sumrall was quick to suggest No. 21 Florida (4-0, 2-0 SEC) has "not arrived" despite its blowout, 52-28 triumph over the No. 4 Ole Miss Rebels (3-1, 1-1 SEC) at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday. Find everything Sumrall said following the victory below. Opening statement: JON SUMRALL: Really proud of our guys. Still have a lot to clean up. But the responses tonight, I thought we started fast.
Live updates: No. 21 Florida vs. No. 4 Ole Miss; pre-game
Live updates: Florida vs. Ole Miss Pre-game — Star Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy has been ruled out during pre-game warmups. Lacy, who is dealing with a shoulder injury has rushed for 191 yards and four touchdowns while averaging 4.9 yards per attempt this season.
Live updates: No. 21 Florida vs. No. 4 Ole Miss; 1Q
Win this game and we are going to have minus odds to make playoffs • He has fielded punts so far during padless pre-game warmups. Saw him make a sweet one-handed grab during throwing lines. No noticeable limp. But the WRs have not started running routes. • Zach Goodall said... (original post) He has fielded punts so far during padless pre-game warmups. Saw him make a sweet one-handed grab during throwing lines. No noticeable limp. B... WRs are running 50% speed outside release gos vs.
Gators optimistic Singleton could return vs. Rebels: What the speedy WR brings to Florida's offense
As No. 21 Florida prepares for its first top-25 matchup of the Jon Sumrall era Saturday against No. 4 Ole Miss, the Gators are optimistic their top transfer acquisition of the offseason, wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr., could return to action from an ankle injury that has sidelined him for all but seven snaps of his debut season at UF, according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports.
Florida vs. Ole Miss primer: Key storylines, betting odds, how to watch/listen
Florida's first top-25 matchup of the Jon Sumrall era kicks off in The Swamp this afternoon, as the No. 21 Gators (3-0, 1-0 SEC) will host the No. 4 Ole Miss Rebels (3-0, 1-0 SEC) Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Find everything you need to know ahead of the matchup, including key storylines, how to watch and listen, betting odds and other pre-game notes below. How to watch/listen When: Saturday, September 26 // 3:30 p.m. ET Where: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, Fla.
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