Overview

• Florida (1-3) hosts Texas (3-1) on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET on ESPN at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville.
• Published lines list Texas by about a touchdown, including a 6.5-point spread noted by the Sun Sentinel.
• Expert predictions are mixed, with several picks backing Texas and some local writers calling for a Gators upset.
• Coverage frames added pressure on coach Billy Napier, with some columnists suggesting this game could influence his job security.
• Both teams return from byes after uneven quarterback play, as Florida’s defense draws praise and Texas’ offense is labeled inconsistent outside a 55–0 win over Sam Houston.