Florida played two quarterbacks in its season opener against Bowling Green. The Gators’ running game was the story, though.
Bowling Green Vs. Florida Final Score: The Gators Hang On Late To Win Ugly, 27-14
Rankings Ramifications: This performance could mean that the Gators, ranked No. 23 going into this week of football, could fall into the “others receiving votes” category come next week. But, most likely, they’re not going anywhere.
But Did They Cover?: Florida was a 23-point favorite in this game, so they did not cover. The game hit the under mark of the over/under, which was set at 50.
Read Article >Bowling Green Gator Chomp: MAC Menace Must Be Stopped
Remember when the MAC was nothing more than a beloved basement conference that kept our televisions burning on Tuesday nights? So far Saturday, Ohio’s convincingly beaten Penn State in Happy Valley, Northern Illinois has Iowa on the ropes in Chicago, and Bowling Green’s picking on Florida in Gainesville. Why don’t you let somebody else win for once, MAC?
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Read Article >Bowling Green Vs. Florida Game Time, TV Schedule, Spread And More
GAINESVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 01: Jeff Driskel #16 of the Florida Gators attempts a pass during a game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on October 1, 2011 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images) Getty ImagesFlorida begins its second season under coach Will Muschamp. The Gators went 7-6 during Muschamp’s first year, including a win in the Gator Bowl. Florida begins this season with higher expectations, ranked No. 23 in both the AP Poll and the USA Today Coaches Poll.
While the matchup against the Gators will be a tough one for Bowling Green, they do have some history on their side. The Falcons are 4-1 in their last five season openers, including a 27-17 road win against No. 25 Pittsburgh in 2008.
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