Florida WR Eric Singleton Jr. nearing full speed ahead of Georgia game
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Florida WR Eric Singleton Jr. nearing full speed ahead of Georgia game
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Floridafootball could be near full strength entering Saturday's rivalry matchup with No. 3 Georgia as transfer wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr.'s health is trending in a positive direction. The Georgia Tech transfer suffered a high ankle sprain during theGators' season opener against Florida Atlantic on Sept. 5.
"I wouldn't say full speed, but I'm close," Singleton said Tuesday. "Very close."
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The 5-foot-10-inch, 182-pound, Alexander, Georgia native, has missed two games entirely and played through lingering discomfort in four others. However, the Gators' bye week provided valuable recovery time ahead of its high-stakes SEC showdown in Atlanta.
Singleton showed encouraging progress against Texas, leading the Gators with six receptions for 32 yards and adding eight rushing yards. Offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner praised Singleton's explosiveness, noting that his speed is beginning to return to form.
"There's definitely glimpses," Faulkner said. "I give the kid credit. I mean, it's tough to come back from a high-ankle sprain and really be the same. And you know, you see him still fighting through it every time he kind of gets tackled or rolled up; it does bother him."
With Vernell Brown III also expected to return, Florida could field a healthy receiving corps for the first time since Week 1.
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs a play against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs against Georgia Bulldogs during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
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Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass for a touchdown score during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) reacts to a first down pickup during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive lineman Brendan Bett (90) makes Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) cough up the ball during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) scores a rushing touchdown against Georgia Bulldogs safety Zion Branch (2) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) and Sharif Denson sack Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive back Jamroc Grimsley (26) intercepts against Georgia Bulldogs during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
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Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jontae Gilbert (25) downs Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) wraps up Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) in the first quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) escapes the grasp of Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Quintavius Johnson (33) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators linebacker Myles Graham (5) shoves Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) out of bounds in the second quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) shoves off Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) sacks Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant (9) tries to convince the referees that his catch was good in the fourth quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) and defensive back Daylen Everette (6) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ellis Robinson IV (1) and safety Zion Branch (2) combine to tackle Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) who is short on the line to gain on a third down during the fourth quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Jaden Robinson (29) makes a tackle against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Drake Stubbs (9) makes a tackle on Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Raylen Wilson (5) makes a tackle on Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators kicker Trey Smack (29) lines up for a kick against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Florida Gators place kicker Trey Smack (29) celebrates a 54 yard field goal in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle / Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs a play against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs a play against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs against Georgia Bulldogs during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass for a touchdown score during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) reacts to a first down pickup during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators defensive lineman Brendan Bett (90) makes Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) cough up the ball during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) scores a rushing touchdown against Georgia Bulldogs safety Zion Branch (2) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) and Sharif Denson sack Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators defensive back Jamroc Grimsley (26) intercepts against Georgia Bulldogs during the first half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
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Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jontae Gilbert (25) downs Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) during the second half of an NCAA football game at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Georgia won 24-20. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]
(Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators wide receiver Eugene Wilson III (3) catches a pass in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) wraps up Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) in the first quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) escapes the grasp of Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Quintavius Johnson (33) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators linebacker Myles Graham (5) shoves Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) out of bounds in the second quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) shoves off Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20 [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators defensive back Bryce Thornton (18) sacks Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant (9) tries to convince the referees that his catch was good in the fourth quarter in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive back JaCorey Thomas (20) and defensive back Daylen Everette (6) during the first quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ellis Robinson IV (1) and safety Zion Branch (2) combine to tackle Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) who is short on the line to gain on a third down during the fourth quarter of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia held off Florida 24-20. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
(Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Unio, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Jaden Robinson (29) makes a tackle against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) scrambles with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Drake Stubbs (9) makes a tackle on Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Raylen Wilson (5) makes a tackle on Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Nov 1, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators kicker Trey Smack (29) lines up for a kick against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
(Travis Register, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Florida Gators place kicker Trey Smack (29) celebrates a 54 yard field goal in the second half in an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 24-20. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
(Doug Engle / Florida Times-Union, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
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