Florida Gators Face Must-Win Game Against Mississippi State

Both teams look to rebound from disappointing losses as Florida's Billy Napier fights to save his job.

Florida Gators and Mississippi State Bulldogs both enter the game with 1-2 records and under significant pressure to win.
Billy Napier's future as Florida's head coach is in jeopardy after a 33-20 loss to Texas A&M, marking a crucial game for his tenure.
Mississippi State's new coach Jeff Lebby also seeks redemption after a 45-17 loss to Toledo, with the Bulldogs' passing game showing promise.
Key players to watch include Florida's receiver Elijah Badger and Mississippi State's quarterback Blake Shapen, both pivotal to their teams' offenses.
Florida's special teams have shown significant improvement, ranking No. 1 in ESPN’s SP+ advanced metrics, which could be a deciding factor in the game.