Myles Graham earns defensive player honors in Florida victory over Florida Atlantic

Florida defeated Florida Atlantic 66-21 in their season opener on September 6, 2026. While the Florida offense commanded the scoreboard, the defense faced significant challenges throughout the matchup. Florida Atlantic quarterback Caden Veltkamp accumulated 276 passing yards, and the Owls added 120 yards on the ground. Despite the defensive struggles, linebacker Myles Graham stood out by recording 10 total tackles, including four solo stops. He also contributed half a sack and half a tackle for loss. The coaching staff now looks to address defensive inconsistencies before facing more difficult competition in the upcoming schedule.

• 4:51 PMYahoo Sports — Myles Graham's performance earns him defensive player of the game