Florida wide receiver Ahmad Fulwood (left) and defensive back Jalen Tabor (5) celebrate with fans following UF's 38-20 win against UGA on Saturday at EverBank Field in Jacksonville.
But for the players who grew up in Jacksonville, it’s more than that.
It’s part of their identity.
"Florida-Georgia is what everybody in Jacksonville looks forward to," said Florida safety Nick Washington, who grew up in the city and played high school football at Trinity Christian Academy.
"That’s the biggest thing in Jacksonville."
Wide receiver Ahmad Fulwood grew up within sight of EverBank Field, attending Bishop Kenny High School, just south of the stadium across the St.