Florida Gators aim to rebound after loss to Missouri

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Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Florida Gators aim to rebound after loss to Missouri
Summary

The Florida Gators dropped to No. 16 in the AP Poll following a 45-17 loss to Missouri on October 7. The Gators previously held the No. 8 spot after defeating Ole Miss. To regain momentum, Florida will face top-ranked Texas on October 17 and No. 2 Georgia on October 31, presenting opportunities for crucial wins. The team aims to build on its strong start to the season, which included a 4-1 record, and leverage the talents of players like running back Baugh, who has been a standout performer despite a subpar showing against Missouri.

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  • •Florida lost to Missouri 45-17 on October 7.
  • •The Gators fell from No. 8 to No. 16 in the AP Poll.
  • •Next games are against No. 1 Texas and No. 2 Georgia.
  • •Baugh needs a strong bounce-back performance after a tough outing.
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The Florida Gators need to bounce back and have a strong end to the season after losing to Missouri.

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