Florida hosts Oklahoma after recent SEC losses for both teams
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Last updated Nov 5, 2026
Florida football is set to host Oklahoma on November 7 at 7:45 p.m. at The Swamp. Both teams are looking to rebound from significant losses, with Florida coming off a 27-8 defeat to Georgia and Oklahoma losing 42-25 to South Carolina. The Gators have struggled with offensive penalties and line issues but boast a defense that has performed well recently, allowing just four touchdowns in their last two games. Oklahoma is adapting to a change in offensive coordinators, with Jason Witten replacing Ben Arbuckle following their loss. Uncertainty remains around the effectiveness of quarterback John Mateer amid this transition.
- •Florida is 5-3 overall and 3-3 in SEC play.
- •Oklahoma enters the matchup with a 4-4 record and 2-3 in SEC.
- •Florida's defense has allowed only four touchdowns in two games.
- •Oklahoma's quarterback John Mateer has struggled this season.
- •The game will also honor a former coach of Florida.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Can Florida football bounce back from UGA loss? Swampcast discusses
"Swampcast breaks down Florida football hosting Oklahoma under the lights at The Swamp as both teams look to bounce back from recent SEC losses.
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