No. 21 Florida makes a September statement with a 52-28 blowout win over No. 4 Ole Miss
The Gators scored five touchdowns on their first five possessions of the second half.
In a decisive 52-28 victory, No. 21 Florida asserted its dominance with a lopsided win over No. 4 Ole Miss, solidifying its position as a potential surprise contender in the SEC. Closing as a 4-point favorite, the Gators' performance in the second half proved why they were considered a potential upset. Ole Miss' initial 17-14 deficit against the Gators played a significant role in the outcome, as Florida responded with a series of five touchdowns in quick succession, turning a possible comeback into a crushing defeat.
With 4:35 remaining in the game, offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner orchestrated a play-action pass to Aaron Philo, leading to a 37-yard touchdown to Eric Singleton Jr., positioning Florida for an even more emphatic win. Florida's relentless ground attack, culminating in 48 carries for 291 yards and six touchdowns, exposed Ole Miss' vulnerabilities.
The Rebels, who allowed 159 yards per game on the ground, faltered early, missing their star running back Kewan Lacy due to an injury sustained during a Week 3 game against LSU. Despite Chambliss' impressive rushing performance and Frazier's contribution, Ole Miss' inability to convert third downs in the first half and Lindsey's fumble on the team's opening drive set the stage for Florida's easy victory.
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