History of Florida Gators football in Timeline
The University of Florida's football team, the Florida Gators, compete in the NCAA's Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and the Southeastern Conference's Eastern Division. Their home games are played at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, nicknamed "The Swamp," located on the university's Gainesville campus.
1906: Establishment of Florida Gators Football
The University of Florida and its football program were both established in 1906.
1906: Florida Gators Football Program Established
The University of Florida establishes its athletic program with a limited budget in 1906, leading to early Florida football teams playing shorter seasons and primarily facing nearby colleges to minimize travel expenses.
1906: Florida's Inaugural Football Season
The University of Florida officially kicked off its football program in 1906, marking the beginning of the Gators' storied history in the sport.
1911: Move to University Athletic Field
In 1911, the University of Florida purchased bleachers from the city and moved them to University Athletic Field, marking a new home for their football team.
1911: Birth of the "Gators" Nickname
The University of Florida's football team adopted the "Gators" nickname in 1911.
1912: The Unofficial Bacardi Bowl
The 1912 Bacardi Bowl, held in Havana, Cuba, remains an unofficial game in Florida's record books. Intended as part of a two-game event, it was never completed due to disagreements over game rules and is not recognized by the NCAA.
1912: Joining the SIAA
The University of Florida's football program joined the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association (SIAA) in 1912 after competing as an independent for its first several seasons.
1915: Fleming Field
In 1915, larger bleachers were installed at the University of Florida's athletic field, leading to its renaming as Fleming Field.
1916: First Florida-Tennessee Game
The inaugural football game between Florida and Tennessee took place in 1916, marking the beginning of their series history.
1916: First Game Between Florida and Alabama
The inaugural game between Florida and Alabama takes place in 1916, marking the beginning of their long-standing series.
1917: First Florida-Kentucky Game
The first ever football game between Florida and Kentucky took place in 1917, marking the beginning of their series history.
1922: Move to the Southern Conference
The University of Florida's football program moved to the Southern Conference in 1922.
1927: First Florida Football All-Time Team Compiled
The Florida Alumnus, the official publication of the Florida alumni, put together the first Florida Football All-Time Team in 1927.
1928: Dale Van Sickel Named First-Team All-American
Dale Van Sickel, an end for the 1928 Florida Gators football team, earned the distinction of being the program's first-ever first-team All-American selection.
1928: National Scoring Leaders
The 1928 Florida Gators football team achieved a record of 8-1 and led the nation in scoring.
1930: Florida Field Opens
The Florida Gators football team began playing their home games at the newly constructed Florida Field in 1930.
1930: Florida Field Opens
The University of Florida opened their modern stadium, Florida Field, in 1930, prompted by the football program's growing national recognition.
1932: Founding Member of the SEC
The University of Florida became a founding member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 1932.
1933: Florida-Georgia Game Moves to Jacksonville
In 1933, the annual Florida-Georgia football game moved to a neutral site in Jacksonville, Florida, where it has been primarily held ever since.
1933: Southeastern Conference Begins Play
The Southeastern Conference, of which the University of Florida's football program is a charter member, began play in 1933.
1937: First Florida-LSU Matchup
Florida and LSU first faced each other on the football field in 1937, marking the beginning of their series history.
1938: Florida-Miami Rivalry Kicks Off
The annual rivalry between Florida and Miami begins in 1938, igniting a long-standing competition on the gridiron.
1938: First Florida-Miami Game
The first football game between Florida and Miami took place in 1938, marking the beginning of their in-state rivalry.
1941: Forest K. Ferguson Named All-SEC End
Forest K. Ferguson, known for his athleticism and character, was named an All-SEC end for the Florida Gators football team in 1941.
1942: Forest K. Ferguson Wins State Boxing Championship
Further showcasing his athletic versatility, Forest K. Ferguson won the state boxing championship in 1942, adding to his accolades as a well-rounded athlete.
June 6, 1944: Forest K. Ferguson's Heroism on D-Day
Forest K. Ferguson, a former University of Florida athlete, displayed extraordinary bravery and leadership as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army during the D-Day landings in Normandy on June 6, 1944, ultimately leading to his tragic death from war-related injuries in 1954.
1945: Annual Florida-Auburn Rivalry Commences
Florida and Auburn kick off their annual rivalry in 1945, a series known for its competitiveness and numerous upsets.
1945: Florida's Last Game Against a Non-Collegiate Squad
In 1945, Florida played its last game against a non-collegiate team, marking a shift towards exclusively facing collegiate competition.
1947: University of Florida and FSCW Merge
The University of Florida and the Florida State College for Women merge in 1947, paving the way for the establishment of the Florida State Seminoles football program and the future rivalry with the Florida Gators.
1947: Florida State Seminoles Football Program Established
Florida State University establishes its football program in 1947, setting the stage for a future rivalry with the University of Florida.
1950: Shift in Rivalry Dynamics
After the 1950 game, the Florida-Georgia football rivalry saw a shift in momentum, with Florida beginning a period of dominance over Georgia.
1954: Florida's First Win Over Tennessee
Florida secured its first-ever victory over Tennessee in football in 1954, a significant milestone in the rivalry's early years.
1954: Forest K. Ferguson Passes Away
Tragically, Forest K. Ferguson, a decorated war hero and former Florida athlete, succumbed to war-related injuries in 1954, leaving behind a legacy of courage and athleticism.
1955: Florida State Seminoles Football Joins Major College Ranks
The Florida State Seminoles football program elevates to the major college ranks in 1955, fueling calls for an annual game against the University of Florida.
1958: Florida Gators begin annual rivalry game against Florida State
The Florida Gators and Florida State Seminoles football teams began their annual rivalry game in 1958. This matchup is a significant event for both universities and their respective fan bases.
1958: Annual Rivalry with Florida State Begins
The Florida Gators and Florida State Seminoles have played each other annually since 1958, except for the pandemic-altered 2020 season.
1958: Florida-Florida State Annual Series Begins
The annual rivalry between Florida and Florida State officially kicks off in 1958, thanks in part to encouragement from Florida governor LeRoy Collins.
1958: Florida-Florida State Rivalry Begins
The first game between Florida and Florida State takes place in 1958, marking the beginning of their heated rivalry.
1964: Florida-Florida State Series Alternates Campuses
Starting in 1964, following the expansion of Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, the Florida-Florida State game begins alternating between the two campuses.
1966: Steve Spurrier Wins the Heisman
Florida Gators quarterback Steve Spurrier won the Heisman Trophy in 1966, marking the first time a player from the school received this honor.
1966: Steve Spurrier Wins Heisman Trophy
Quarterback Steve Spurrier etched his name into Florida Gators history in 1966 by winning the Heisman Trophy, becoming the program's first consensus All-American.
1967: Annual Florida-Kentucky Matchup Begins
Florida and Kentucky began playing each other annually in football starting in 1967, marking the beginning of a consistent series between the two schools.
1969: Doug Dickey Hired as Florida's Coach
In a notable coaching move, Florida hired Doug Dickey, the then-head coach of Tennessee and a former Florida quarterback, to lead their football program in 1969.
1971: Annual Florida-LSU Games Begin
The rivalry between Florida and LSU became an annual event starting in 1971, solidifying their status as significant opponents in college football.
1976: Florida Dominates Early Series Against Florida State
By 1976, Florida establishes a commanding 16-2-1 record against Florida State, demonstrating early dominance in the rivalry.
1979: Gators Switch to Orange Home Jerseys
At the suggestion of coach Charlie Pell, the Gators started wearing orange jerseys at home in 1979, a change from their usual blue.
1979: Orange Helmets Become Standard
From 1979, Florida consistently wore orange helmets with a "Gators" script logo in all games.
1980: Florida State Turns the Tide in the Rivalry
Since 1980, Florida State gains the upper hand in the rivalry with a 21-20-1 record against Florida, showcasing a shift in momentum.
August 1983: Fan-Voted All-Time Team by Miami Herald
In August 1983, the Miami Herald chose another all-time University of Florida team based on a fan vote.
1984: Unclaimed National Championship
Florida was named national champion by NCAA-designated "major selectors" in 1984. However, the university never claimed a share of the national championship for the season, partially due to the football program being on NCAA probation.
1984: First SEC Championship Vacated
The Florida Gators won their first SEC championship with a 5-0-1 conference record in 1984, but it was later vacated due to NCAA infractions.
1985: Unclaimed National Championship
Florida was named national champion by NCAA-designated "major selectors" in 1985. However, the university never claimed a share of the national championship for the season, partially due to the football program being on NCAA probation.
1985: Ineligible for Championship
The 1985 Florida Gators football team finished atop the SEC standings but were ineligible for the championship due to NCAA probation for rules violations by previous coaching staffs.
1987: Florida-Miami Annual Rivalry Ends
After nearly five decades, the annual rivalry between Florida and Miami is put on hold in 1987, although the teams would continue to meet occasionally and maintain their rivalry status.
1987: Annual Florida-Miami Games End
Due to the SEC's expansion and scheduling changes, the annual football game between Florida and Miami came to an end after the 1987 season, disrupting the continuity of their rivalry.
1987: Florida's Dominant Streak Against Kentucky Begins
Florida embarked on an impressive winning streak against Kentucky in football starting in 1987, winning every single game between the two schools for an extended period.
1989: Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
In 1989, Florida Field was renamed "Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium" to honor UF benefactor Ben Hill Griffin.
1989: Orange Home Jerseys Phased Out
After a decade of using orange jerseys for home games, the Gators stopped using them in 1989.
1990: Spurrier Brings Back Blue Home Jerseys
Steve Spurrier reintroduced blue jerseys for home games when he became the Gators' head coach in 1990.
1990: Spurrier Returns as Head Coach
Steve Spurrier returned to his alma mater, the University of Florida, as the head football coach in 1990.
1990: Ineligible for Championship
The 1990 Florida Gators football team finished atop the SEC standings but were ineligible for the championship due to NCAA probation for rules violations by previous coaching staffs.
1990: National Championship Implications for Florida-Florida State
Since 1990, the Florida-Florida State rivalry takes on added significance as the game frequently carries national championship implications.
1991: Florida's Bowl Game Streak Begins
Florida embarked on an impressive streak of 22 consecutive bowl game appearances starting in 1991, marking the beginning of a successful era for the Gators.
1991: First Official SEC Championship
The Florida Gators won their first officially recognized SEC football championship in 1991.
1992: Florida-Tennessee Rivalry Intensifies
The Florida-Tennessee football rivalry reached new heights in 1992 when the SEC expanded and placed both teams in the Eastern Division, leading to annual matchups with significant implications.
1992: LSU Becomes Florida's Permanent SEC West Rival
With the SEC's divisional split in 1992, LSU was designated as Florida's permanent opponent from the SEC Western Division, further intensifying their rivalry.
1992: Annual Florida-Tennessee Matchups Begin
With the SEC's divisional realignment in 1992, Florida and Tennessee began their streak of playing each other annually in football, solidifying their rivalry.
1992: SEC Championship Game Ignites Florida-Alabama Rivalry
The rivalry between Florida and Alabama intensifies in 1992 with the establishment of the SEC Championship Game, as both teams frequently meet in this high-stakes matchup.
1992: SEC Split into Divisions
In 1992, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) expanded and split into geographical divisions, with Florida and Kentucky both placed in the SEC East.
1992: "The Swamp"
Steve Spurrier, during his early years as the head football coach, coined the nickname "The Swamp" for Florida Field in 1992.
1992: SEC Expansion and Divisional Split
In 1992, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) expanded to twelve teams, leading to the creation of eastern and western divisions within the conference. This also led to a standardized schedule, including a championship game between the two division winners.
1992: Florida Gators join the SEC East Division
In 1992, the Florida Gators football team began competing in the newly formed East Division of the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
1992: Florida Ties with Georgia for SEC East Title
In 1992, Florida tied with Georgia for the top spot in the SEC East. Florida earned a spot in the SEC Championship Game due to their head-to-head victory against Georgia.
1993: Auburn Upsets Undefeated Florida
Auburn spoils Florida's perfect season in 1993 with an unexpected victory, showcasing the unpredictable nature of their rivalry.
1993: Second SEC Championship
The Florida Gators won their second SEC football championship in 1993.
1994: Temporary Home-and-Home Series for Florida-Georgia
The Florida-Georgia game was temporarily moved from Jacksonville in 1994, with the teams playing a home-and-home series at their respective stadiums.
1994: Auburn Defeats Undefeated Florida Again
For the second consecutive year, Auburn upsets an undefeated Florida team in 1994, establishing a pattern of thrilling matchups between the two schools.
1994: Third SEC Championship
The Florida Gators won their third SEC football championship in 1994.
1994: SEC Legends Program Established
In 1994, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) introduced the "SEC Legends" program, which annually recognizes one former football player from each member school.
1995: Fourth SEC Championship
The Florida Gators won their fourth SEC football championship in 1995.
1995: Continuation of Home-and-Home Series
The Florida-Georgia game continued as a home-and-home series in 1995, marking the second and final year of the temporary departure from Jacksonville.
1996: Florida Wins National Championship After Avenging Loss to Florida State
Florida avenges their only regular-season loss by defeating Florida State in the Sugar Bowl at the end of the 1996 season, securing their first national championship with a 52-20 victory.
1996: National Championship and Heisman Trophy
The Florida Gators, under Coach Steve Spurrier, won their first national championship in 1996. Quarterback Danny Wuerffel also won the Heisman Trophy that year.
1999: Florida Football All-Century Team Selected
The Gainesville Sun created the Florida Football All-Century Team in the fall of 1999, which Gator fans chose.
2000: Florida and Florida State: Evenly Matched Since 2000
From 2000 onwards, Florida and Florida State maintain an even 10-10 record against each other, highlighting the intense competition and balance between the two programs.
2000: Fifth SEC Championship
The Florida Gators won their fifth SEC football championship in 2000.
2001: Another Auburn Upset over Undefeated Florida
Auburn continues its trend of upsetting undefeated Florida teams in 2001, solidifying their reputation as a formidable opponent for the Gators.
2001: Florida-Miami Meet in Sugar Bowl
Florida and Miami renewed their rivalry with a matchup in the 2001 Sugar Bowl, a testament to both programs' prominence despite not playing annually.
2002: Florida-Miami Home-and-Home Series Resumes
Florida and Miami briefly resumed their home-and-home football series in 2002, reigniting their in-state rivalry for a short period.
2002: Florida-Auburn Annual Rivalry Ends
The SEC adjusts its football schedule in 2002, leading to the end of the annual rivalry between Florida and Auburn.
2002: SEC Implements Rotating Opponents
The SEC introduces rotating opponents to its football schedule in 2002, ending the era of annual matchups between certain teams, including Florida and Auburn.
2003: Continuation of Home-and-Home Series
Florida and Miami continued their home-and-home series in 2003, marking the second year of their brief return to playing each other annually.
2003: Three-Way Tie for SEC East Title
The 2003 season saw a three-way tie for the SEC East title between Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. Despite the tie, Georgia advanced to the SEC Championship Game based on a higher BCS ranking.
November 2004: Steve Spurrier Joins South Carolina
In November 2004, former Florida coach Steve Spurrier accepted the head coaching position at the University of South Carolina, marking a significant moment in his coaching career.
2004: Florida-Miami Meet in Peach Bowl
Florida and Miami faced off in the 2004 Peach Bowl, showcasing their continued relevance in college football despite their intermittent regular-season matchups.
2005: Florida's Winning Streak Over Tennessee Begins
Florida embarked on an impressive 11-game winning streak over Tennessee in football, starting in 2005 and marking a dominant period for the Gators in the rivalry.
2006: Auburn Upsets Florida Once More
Auburn hands Florida another upset loss in 2006, further cementing the competitive nature of their rivalry despite Florida's eventual SEC championship win that year.
2006: Throwback Uniforms for 100th Anniversary
Florida donned throwback uniforms in 2006, resembling their mid-1960s style with white helmets featuring an "F" logo, to celebrate the football program's 100th anniversary.
2006: Clemson's Loss to Kentucky
In 2006, following South Carolina's upset win over Clemson, the Clemson Tigers went on to lose to Kentucky in the Music City Bowl, a game that drew a memorable comment from Steve Spurrier.
2006: Florida Football Ring of Honor Established
In 2006, the University of Florida Athletic Association created the Florida Football Ring of Honor to acknowledge the program's best players and coaches in celebration of 100 years of Gator football.
2006: Second National Championship
The University of Florida Gators football team, led by coach Urban Meyer, won its second national championship in 2006.
2006: First Inductees to the Ring of Honor
The first five honorees were inducted into the Florida Football Ring of Honor in 2006.
2006: National Championship Implications
The winner of the Florida-LSU game went on to win the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) national championship game in 2006, highlighting the high stakes of their matchups.
2006: 100th Anniversary Florida Team Selected
Fans voted by mail and online to select the 100th-Anniversary Florida Team in 2006 to celebrate a century of Florida football.
2007: Tim Tebow Wins the Heisman
University of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow won the Heisman Trophy in 2007.
2007: Auburn's Winning Streak Against Florida Continues
Auburn extends their streak of victories over Florida with another upset win in 2007, highlighting the back-and-forth nature of their rivalry.
2007: National Championship Implications Continue
The trend of the Florida-LSU game winner going on to win the BCS national championship continued in 2007, solidifying the rivalry's significance on the national stage.
2007: Five More Inducted to Ring of Honor
Five more honorees were inducted into the Florida Football Ring of Honor in 2007.
2008: Third Consecutive National Championship Tie
For the third consecutive year in 2008, the winner of the Florida-LSU game went on to claim the BCS national championship, cementing the rivalry's reputation for producing national title contenders.
2008: Third National Championship
The Florida Gators, under coach Urban Meyer, secured their third national championship title in 2008.
2009: Nike Pro Combat Uniforms Debut
In 2009, the Gators participated in Nike's Pro Combat uniform campaign, wearing specially-designed blue uniforms with white helmets and a slant-F logo against Florida State and in the SEC Championship game against Alabama.
2009: Okefenokee Oar Introduced
In 2009, the Okefenokee Oar was introduced as a trophy for the winner of the annual Florida-Georgia football game.
2012: SEC Expands and Revises Schedule
The SEC expands with the addition of Texas A&M and Missouri in 2012, prompting further changes to the football schedule and opponent rotations.
2012: Florida and Georgia Tie Again for SEC East Title
History repeated in 2012 when Florida and Georgia once again tied for the SEC East title. Georgia secured their place in the SEC Championship Game by virtue of their head-to-head victory against Florida.
2012: Standardized Conference Schedule
From 2012, the Florida Gators' annual conference schedule in the SEC included playing against Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Vanderbilt, LSU, and one rotating Western Division opponent.
2012: Florida's Bowl Game Streak Ends
Florida's impressive run of 22 consecutive bowl game appearances came to an end in 2012, concluding the fifth-longest such streak in college football history.
2014: End of Primary Home Uniform Era
The period from 1990 to 2014, where the Gators primarily wore blue jerseys and white pants at home, ended.
2015: Players Gain Uniform Choice
Starting in 2015, coach Jim McElwain allowed senior players to choose the team's uniform combination for each game, leading to a variety of blue or orange jerseys with blue, orange, or white pants.
2015: Florida's Winning Streak Over Tennessee Ends
Tennessee ended Florida's 11-game winning streak in football in 2015, snapping the Gators' dominance and adding another chapter to the rivalry.
2015: White Alternative Helmet Introduced
The Gators introduced a white alternative helmet in 2015, featuring the "Gators" script logo on one side and the slant-F logo on the other.
2016: Honoring a Legend
In 2016, the field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium was renamed "Steve Spurrier-Florida Field" to honor the legendary Gator player and coach.
October 2017: Gators Debut "Swamp Green" Uniforms
The Gators wore unique "swamp green" uniforms for a home game against Texas A&M in October 2017, inspired by alligators and commemorating the 25th anniversary of the "Swamp" nickname for Florida Field.
2017: SEC Legends Through 2017 Announced
The SEC continued its tradition of recognizing former football players as "SEC Legends" through 2017, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the conference's history.
2017: "Swamp Green" Helmets Worn
The Gators sported dark green "swamp green" helmets with a Gator head logo and the player's number in orange during one game in 2017.
2017: Florida's Winning Streak Over Kentucky Ends
Florida's longstanding winning streak over Kentucky in football came to an end in 2017, marking the beginning of a more competitive phase in the rivalry.
2018: Florida's Winning Streak Extends
By the end of the 2018 game, Florida had extended its winning streak over Georgia to 21 wins out of the previous 29 games, solidifying a period of dominance in the rivalry.
2018: White Helmet Logo Change
The slant-F logo on the white alternative helmet was replaced with the "Gators" script in 2018.
2018: Tim Tebow Inducted to Ring of Honor
Tim Tebow was added to the Florida Football Ring of Honor in 2018.
2019: Florida Gators wear throwback uniforms for homecoming game
The Florida Gators football team wore throwback uniforms, resembling those from the mid-1960s, for their 2019 homecoming game against the Auburn Tigers. The uniform included white helmets with a blue "F" logo enclosed in an orange circle.
2019: National Championship Implications Resurface
The Florida-LSU game once again had national championship implications in 2019, with the winner going on to win the national title, highlighting the enduring significance of the rivalry.
2020: Florida-Florida State Rivalry Interrupted
The annual football game between the University of Florida Gators and the Florida State Seminoles was interrupted in 2020 due to the pandemic.
2020: COVID-19 Disrupts Florida-Florida State Rivalry
The annual Florida-Florida State game is disrupted in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing both schools to adopt conference-only schedules.
2020: Most Recent SEC Championship Appearance
The Florida Gators made their most recent appearance in the SEC Championship Game in 2020.
2020: Florida Gators sport variations of their throwback helmets
In 2020, the Florida Gators football team wore two variations of their throwback helmets for two different games. For their home game against Missouri, they donned a tweaked version of the 1960s helmet, featuring an orange "F" logo inside an orange circle. During their road game at Tennessee, they sported the traditional helmet with the "Gators" script in orange.
2020: Alabama Defeats Florida in 2020 SEC Championship
Alabama emerged victorious over Florida in the 2020 SEC Championship Game with a score of 52-46, further adding to the competitive history between the two programs.
2021: Miami Leads Series Through 2021
As of the end of the 2021 season, Miami held a 29-27 lead in the all-time series against Florida, reflecting the competitive nature of their rivalry.
2021: Florida Leads Series Through 2021
Following the 2021 season, Florida held a 31-20 lead in the all-time series against Tennessee, reflecting the Gators' overall success in the rivalry.
2021: Florida Gators combine throwback uniforms with new helmet design
For their 2021 homecoming game against Vanderbilt, the Florida Gators football team wore their 1960s throwback uniforms. However, they introduced a new helmet design featuring an orange helmet with an interlocking "UF" logo.
2021: Florida Gators honor 9/11 anniversary with commemorative helmets
In their 2021 road game against the University of South Florida, the Florida Gators football team wore special white helmets to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. These helmets featured the "Gators" script in a red, white, and blue American flag style.
2022: Georgia Leads Series Through 2022
Despite Florida's dominance in recent decades, Georgia maintained the overall lead in the series with a record of 54-44-2 through the 2022 season.
June 14, 2023: SEC announces the end of divisions and a new scheduling format
On June 14, 2023, the SEC announced the elimination of its East and West divisions, starting in 2024, when the conference expands to 16 teams. This change necessitates a new scheduling format for all teams, including the Florida Gators. However, only the 2024 schedule has been revealed so far, with the future format still under consideration.
2023: End of SEC Divisions
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) divisions are set to end after the 2023 season, marking a significant change to the conference's structure.
2023: LSU Wins Vacated, Florida Leads Series
As of the end of the 2023 season, Florida held a 33-31-3 lead in the all-time series against LSU, with three LSU wins being vacated, adding a unique layer to the rivalry's history.
2023: End of the Rotating Schedule
The Florida Gators' rotating conference schedule, which began in 2012, ended in 2023.
2023: Auburn Leads Series Against Florida
As of the end of the 2023 season, Auburn holds a 43-39-2 lead in the overall series against Florida, a testament to the closely contested nature of their rivalry.
2023: Florida Leads All-Time Series Against Florida State
As of the conclusion of the 2023 season, Florida holds a 37-28-2 advantage in the all-time series against Florida State, despite the back-and-forth nature of the rivalry over the years.
April 13, 2024: Announcement of Future Opponents for Florida Gators Football
As of April 13, 2024, the Florida Gators football team has announced their future opponents and the dates for those games.
August 31, 2024: Next Scheduled Florida-Miami Matchup
The next scheduled meeting between Florida and Miami in football is set for August 31, 2024, in Gainesville, continuing their series of intermittent games.
2024: SEC to eliminate divisions and implement a new scheduling format
Beginning in 2024, the SEC will no longer have East and West divisions. This change coincides with the conference's expansion to 16 teams and brings a new scheduling format for the Gators.
2024: Florida-Kentucky Matchup Continues Despite Division Changes
Despite the end of SEC divisions after the 2023 season, Florida and Kentucky are scheduled to continue their annual football matchup in 2024.
2024: SEC Expansion and Elimination of Divisions
In 2024, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) expanded to 16 schools and abolished its divisions while maintaining an eight-game conference schedule.