Florida Gators predicted to finish 9-3 in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

The Florida Gators are projected to have a 9-3 overall record and a 6-3 SEC record in the upcoming 2026 college football season. With Jon Sumrall as the new head coach, the program looks to rebound from a disappointing 2024 season that ended with an 8-5 record. The Athletic ranked Florida as a top-six team for the season, which marks a potential improvement from past years. Several key players have been retained while new talent has been brought in through the transfer portal. Florida's upcoming schedule includes a nine-game SEC slate, which adds to the season's competitiveness.
- •Florida Gators projected at 9-3 overall and 6-3 in SEC.
- •Jon Sumrall begins his tenure as head coach.
- •Florida aims to improve from an 8-5 record in 2024.
- •Key players retained and new talent added via transfers.
- •SEC schedule expands to nine games for added competition.
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Bold record prediction for Florida football heading into 2026 season
"The Athletic offers its predictions for the SEC and the Florida Gators before the 2026 college football season begins.
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