The Florida Gators were tripped up in their Southeastern Conference opener against the Kentucky Wildcats in Week 2. The SEC East rival entered the Swamp an underdog in the betting odds and the polls, but emerged with a gut-punch, 26-16, victory — their second-straight win over UF in as many years.
It was a disappointing loss, but it is time to turn the page. Next up on the docket are the South Florida Bulls, who will close the Gators’ three-game homestand to start the schedule. After a tough pair of opening opponents, the Orange and Blue will finally play a team it should have a significant upper hand on.
Florida has won both previous matchups, in 2011 and last season, which were played at home and away, respectively. It appears the bookmakers are extremely bullish on the home team making it three in a row this weekend.
The lines
Today, the Gators are favored by a 24.5-point spread over the Bulls according to BetMGM. Here are the full odds as of 10:20 a.m. EDT Monday.
| Team | Spread | Total – O/U | Money Line |
| USF | +24.5 -110 |
O 59.5 -110 |
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| Florida | -24.5 -110 |
U 59.5 -110 |
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You can access odds at BetMGM.
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Prediction
Florida has had this brief series on lockdown and there is no reason to believe that will change this weekend. Expect Anthony Richardson to look much sharper against a team he absolutely torched last season and for the defense to stymie the opponent.
Florida 45, USF 17
How to Watch
Here’s when and how you can tune into the game:
Date: Sept. 17, 2022
Time: 7:30 p.m. EDT
TV Channel: SEC Network
Radio: Gators IMG Sports Network
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