The Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs meet for the 104th time (or 105th, depending on who you ask) on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Atlanta for the annual rivalry game, with Georgia favored by 12 points in betting lines provided by BetMGM, as Gators Wire reported.
Betting Odds And Line Movements At Kickoff
BetMGM lists the Georgia Bulldogs as 12-point favorites over the Florida Gators. ET kickoff in Atlanta. The money line stands at minus-475 for Georgia and plus-375 for Florida, according to data updated by Gators Wire on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. The over/under is set at 56.5 points. These figures reflect a slight shift in the money line from earlier in the week while the point spread remained stable.
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Team Rankings And Conference Standings
Entering the matchup following a Week 8 bye, the Georgia Bulldogs rank third in both the AP Top 25 and US LBM Coaches Poll with a 6-1 overall record and a 4-1 mark in SEC play. The Florida Gators sit 20th in the coaches poll and 17th in the AP poll, holding a 5-2 overall record and a 3-2 conference record under first-year head coach Jon Sumrall.
The historical series leans heavily toward the Bulldogs, who hold a 57-44-2 all-time lead. Georgia has won the last five meetings and eight of the past nine matchups. Florida’s last victory in the rivalry occurred in 2020, when Dan Mullen led the Gators to a 44-28 win in Jacksonville, as Gators Wire detailed.
Quarterback Status And Offensive Production
The Gators expect to start quarterback Aaron Philo, the all-time leading passer in Georgia high school history. Philo missed Florida’s previous game due to a shoulder injury sustained against Texas. The Georgia-Florida game is a battle of two of the SEC’s top three scoring offenses.
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart addressed his team’s preparation and opponent scouting ahead of the game, highlighting physical play on both sides of the ball.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the kickoff time and location for Florida versus Georgia in 2026?
The game kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Atlanta.
How do the teams’ rankings compare entering this matchup?
Georgia enters the game ranked third in both the AP Top 25 and US LBM Coaches Poll, while Florida is ranked 17th by the AP and 20th in the coaches poll.
What are the recent results of the Florida-Georgia series?
Georgia has won the last five meetings. Florida’s last win in the rivalry came in 2020 by a score of 44-28 in Jacksonville.
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