Kentucky is in a new era against Florida, and the betting line is the latest reflection of the progress the Cats have made.

UK is a 1.5-point underdog against Florida in Lexington this week, and that ends a 34-game streak as a favorite against UK for the Gators. The last time the Wildcats were favored vs. UF was in 1988 when UK lost 24-19 as a 1-point favorite, Brett McMurphy reported.

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Inside the game, the number 50 is suddenly significant.

Florida coach Billy Napier will be going for his 50th career victory, including his 10th with the Gators, on Saturday. Meanwhile Kentucky coach Mark Stoops will try to claim his 50th win at Kroger Field.

While Florida is ranked No. 22, UK is 6-34 in games all-time against ranked Gator teams. The Wildcats have beat the ranked Gators each of the last 2 seasons, and 3 of the past 5 seasons, including 2018, 2021 and 2022.

UK hasn’t won 3 straight against Florida since it won 4 in a row between 1948-51 under Paul “Bear” Bryant. Florida leads the all-time series 53-20.