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Jon Sumrall criticizes Florida defense following 66-21 victory over Florida Atlantic

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Jon Sumrall criticizes Florida defense following 66-21 victory over Florida Atlantic

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Head coach Jon Sumrall voiced frustration with his defensive unit Saturday despite Florida’s 66-21 win over Florida Atlantic at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. While the offense gained 624 total yards behind Jadan Baugh’s 160 rushing yards and three touchdowns, Sumrall characterized the defensive performance as atrocious. The Gators surrendered 396 total yards, including 276 yards through the air, prompting the head coach to warn of potential lineup adjustments. Sumrall stated that players displaying complacency will be addressed before the team begins SEC play. Florida is scheduled to host Campbell next Saturday for a final non-conference game. The Gators face Auburn on September 19 in their first conference matchup of the season.

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•Florida defeated Florida Atlantic 66-21 in front of 90,295 spectators.
•Jadan Baugh finished the game with 160 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
•Jon Sumrall identified defensive deficiencies despite a 400-yard advantage in total offense.
•The Gators prepare to host Campbell on September 12 before meeting Auburn.
•Florida allowed Florida Atlantic to gain 276 passing yards and 120 rushing yards.

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Despite a dominant 66-21 victory, the Gators’ head coach slammed his "atrocious" defense, threatening lineup changes before SEC play begins to prevent future embarrassment on the field.
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