Florida records first SEC win of Jon Sumrall era against Auburn
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Florida secured their first SEC win of the Jon Sumrall era on Saturday night, defeating Auburn 44-39 at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Jadan Baugh led the Gators, contributing to a decisive offensive display and supporting a strong defensive effort that included seven sacks and an early interception of Auburn's quarterback, Byrum Brown. The victory marked Florida's first win at Auburn since 1999 and showcased their readiness for the competitive conference schedule. Social media reactions from Gator fans celebrated both the road performance and Baugh’s standout game, who recorded his fourth consecutive game with over 100 rushing yards.
- •Florida wins 44-39 against Auburn on September 19, 2026.
- •Jadan Baugh has fourth straight game over 100 rushing yards.
- •Gators' first win at Auburn since 1999.
- •Florida's defense recorded seven sacks and one interception.
- •Social media buzzes with excitement over Gators' performance.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Why first SEC win was special for Florida football coach Jon Sumrall
- 4:28 AMYahoo Sports — Florida Stuns Auburn in Wild SEC Showdown
- 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — Social media reacts as Florida gets first SEC win of Jon Sumrall era
"The Florida Gators are officially 3-0. Florida traveled to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday night and defeated Auburn 44-39 in a wild SEC opener, giving first-year head coach Jon Sumrall his first conference victory with the Gators. Gators Jump Out Early Florida wasted no time making its presence felt. The Gators took a 7-3 lead in…
"Florida put on an exhibition at Auburn, coming away with a win on Saturday night. Here's what the Gator faithful had to say on social media.
"Jon Sumrall said growing up in Alabama made his first SEC win for the Florida Gators at Auburn more special to him.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 5:00 AMWhy first SEC win was special for Florida football coach Jon Sumrall
Jon Sumrall said growing up in Alabama made his first SEC win for the Florida Gators at Auburn more special to him.
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 4:28 AMFlorida Stuns Auburn in Wild SEC Showdown
The Florida Gators are officially 3-0. Florida traveled to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday night and defeated Auburn 44-39 in a wild SEC opener, giving first-year head coach Jon Sumrall his first conference victory with the Gators. Gators Jump Out Early Florida wasted no time making its presence felt. The Gators took a 7-3 lead in…
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 2:56 AMSocial media reacts as Florida gets first SEC win of Jon Sumrall era
Florida put on an exhibition at Auburn, coming away with a win on Saturday night. Here's what the Gator faithful had to say on social media.
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