The victory marks the second major upset for Florida this season, following their earlier defeat of No. 7 Utah in Week 1. It also extends the Gators’ winning streak to four games and gives them a 5-1 record overall.
“This is a huge win for our program,” said Florida head coach Billy Napier. “Our players showed a lot of heart and determination tonight.”
The Gators got off to a fast start, scoring a touchdown on their opening drive. They also forced Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart into an interception on the Rebels’ first possession.
Florida held a 10-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and never trailed throughout the game. The Gators’ defense was particularly impressive, limiting Ole Miss to just 16 points and 274 total yards.
“Our defense played lights out tonight,” said Napier. “They put a lot of pressure on Jaxson Dart and made it hard for him to find open receivers.”
With the win, Florida moves into a tie for second place in the SEC East standings. The Gators will have a chance to clinch the division title when they host No. 1 Georgia on November 5th.
The Florida-Ole Miss game was a highly anticipated matchup between two of the most storied programs in college football. The Gators entered the game as underdogs, but they had a history of upsetting ranked opponents under Napier.
The upset of Ole Miss is a major boost for the Florida football program. It shows that the Gators are a team on the rise and that they are capable of competing with the best teams in the country.
The win also has a significant impact on the SEC East standings. Florida is now in a position to win the division and advance to the SEC Championship Game.
The win over Ole Miss has been met with widespread praise and excitement from Florida fans. The Gators are now ranked No. 25 in the latest AP poll, and they are gaining momentum as the season progresses.
“This is a great win for Florida,” said former Gators quarterback Tim Tebow. “They showed a lot of heart and determination, and they deserve all the credit for this victory.”
Florida will return to action on Saturday, October 8th, when they host the Missouri Tigers. The game will be played at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida.
