Overview
- Florida won 29-21 in Gainesville, snapping a three-game skid and handing Texas a damaging SEC loss.
- DJ Lagway threw for roughly 289–298 yards with two touchdowns, repeatedly connecting with Dallas Wilson for six catches, 111 yards and two scores.
- Texas managed just 52 rushing yards and allowed six sacks as Florida consistently collapsed the pocket without heavy blitzing.
- Arch Manning finished 16-of-29 for 263 yards with two touchdowns and two fourth-quarter interceptions, was checked for a stinger, and faced calls from media and fans to be benched.
- Billy Napier gained short-term breathing room despite a 21-22 overall record, while Texas likely drops in the rankings ahead of Oklahoma next week.