Sure, No. 13 Florida’s date with Florida Atlantic in the Swamp on Saturday night isn’t the most attractive week one matchup. It doesn’t have the national championship implications that Georgia-Clemson does. The two teams don’t combine for as much historical success as Miami-Alabama and Notre Dame-Florida State do.
The Gators are heavy favorites, and there’s a good chance that this game isn’t competitive in the second half.
But don’t be mistaken: this game is special for many of the players on both teams. Combined, the Owls and Gators have 171 players who call the Sunshine State their home.