Ole Miss vs. Florida: Heisman QBs Clash in Swamp!

The #4 Ole Miss Rebels, with a 3-0 record, are heading to Gainesville, Florida, to face the #21 Florida Gators, also undefeated at 3-0. This SEC showdown is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 3:30 PM Eastern, broadcast on ABC from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Ole Miss is coming off an emotional victory but enters this game as a +3.5 point underdog against the Gators.

Ole Miss boasts a high-powered offense led by Heisman favorite quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, who has accumulated 988 total yards and nine touchdowns through three games. He is supported by running back Kewan Lacy and wide receivers Deuce Alexander and Traylon Ray. Their defense, while showing vulnerability, managed to hold LSU to fewer yards in their recent win.

Florida's offense is equally impressive, averaging 59.0 points per game. Quarterback Aaron Philo has thrown for over 200 yards in each game with eight total touchdowns, complemented by running back Jaden Baugh, who has rushed for at least 136 yards in three consecutive games. The Gators' defense, led by linebacker Jayden Woods, will aim to contain Ole Miss's potent attack, despite the team's struggles with penalties.

Betting odds favor Florida with a -3.5 spread and a total points line set at 58.5. Ole Miss has a strong road record in terms of totals, leaning towards the under, while Florida has shown a tendency towards overs at home. One expert leans towards the over and Ole Miss covering the spread, citing both teams' offensive prowess and perfect red zone efficiency.