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After Five-INT LSU Loss, Florida's Napier Faces Intensifying Scrutiny Ahead of Miami Trip

National voices are questioning his future after consecutive error-filled losses that include an SEC-worst FBS scoring rate.

Overview

  • Florida is 1-2 following an 18-16 home upset by USF and a 20-10 defeat at No. 3 LSU in which DJ Lagway threw five interceptions.
  • Billy Napier said the Gators are “close to being pretty dangerous” and “a dozen plays” from 3-0, adding he is focused on solving problems.
  • Florida’s defense has allowed only two touchdowns through three games, though standout tackle Caleb Banks is expected to miss extended time with a foot injury.
  • ESPN’s Paul Finebaum predicted Napier will not return next season, and Steve Spurrier urged offensive changes after criticizing Lagway’s turnover-plagued outing.
  • The gantlet continues at No. 4 Miami on Sept. 20 before Texas and a trip to Texas A&M, a stretch widely viewed as pivotal to the program’s direction.