The Miami Hurricanes and Florida Gators haven’t played since the Canes’ won on neutral ground in Orlando 24-20 in 2019. That all ends this weekend in a matchup with massive implications for both schools.
Billy Napier needs the win to kick off the all-important third year at Florida — especially after going from six wins his first season to five wins last year.
Mario Cristobal brought in a Heisman contender in Cam Ward to lead his offense — and hope it takes the spotlight off his own coaching woes.
The in-state rivals kick off a home-and-home series with Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium hosting in Gainesville and the Gators are trying to make it a scene, telling their fans to dress for a whiteout.
First Saturday in The Swamp… WEAR WHITE.
Stay cool for our first game against Miami on August 31st and wear white!
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https://t.co/3I7vwiJQw9#GoGators | @GatorsFB pic.twitter.com/WE4rAhKTFt— Florida Gators (@FloridaGators) August 22, 2024
Well, you know who heard that message loud and clear? The Miami Hurricanes — who decided they will, indeed, wear all white to the affair.
It’s so good to have this rivalry back.
