ESPN names Florida Gators as Kentucky Wildcats' archenemy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
ESPN highlights the Florida Gators as the primary rival of the Kentucky Wildcats in college football. This rivalry is marked by a 31-game losing streak the Wildcats endured against the Gators from 1987 to 2017, a record in NCAA history. Former Florida coach Steve Spurrier is noted for his role in this dominance, which lasted from 1990 to 2001. With renewed hopes for the Wildcats, they will have the opportunity to confront the Gators on November 14, 2026.
- •Kentucky Wildcats hope to turn a new page against Florida.
- •The 31-game losing streak against the Gators is notable in NCAA history.
- •Steve Spurrier's tenure marked significant challenges for Kentucky.
- •The Wildcats face Florida again on November 14, 2026.
- •Mark Stoops' leadership has renewed hope for the Wildcats.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Who has been the Kentucky Wildcats' archenemy? ESPN reveals
"The Kentucky Wildcats are entering a new college football season with renewed hopes, but who has been the master behind ruining some prior years?
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