Just when you think the Florida Gators are down for the count, they find a way to pull off something out of left field. After taking down the Texas Longhorns in Week 6, Billy Napier’s squad has its sights set on taking down another Texas team. The Gators head to College Station to face Mike Elko’s No. 5 Texas A&M Aggies.
According to ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI), the odds favor Texas A&M under the bright lights of Kyle Field, giving them a 73.9% chance of victory.
The Aggies are riding high with their best start since 2016 at 5-0 and are firmly in the conversation for the College Football Playoff. Quarterback Marcel Reed has been impressive, leading an explosive offense that features playmakers like Mario Craver and KC Conception, both combining 1,000 total yards and contributed 11 touchdowns this season.
Florida will be looking to create some chaos on Saturday night with standout performances from running back Jaden Baugh—who rushed for over 100 yards against Texas—and newcomer Dallas Wilson, who made an impactful debut against the Longhorns and could be the key factor in tearing down the Aggie Secondary unit.
Playing at Kyle Field at night is notoriously challenging; however, Florida has managed to win two out of three all-time meetings with Texas A&M—including a decisive 41-24 victory in 2022.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET in College Station.
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
