The stakes for Florida’s home opener against Tennesse-Martin are drastically different from those surrounding its season opener two weeks ago. But the importance of what is essentially a tuneup game against an FCS opponent cannot be understated after the Gators’ blunders in their win over Miami.
The Skyhawks visiting Gainesville for a matchup against No. 11 UF presents the Gators with a unique opportunity to prove their dominance after sliding three spots in the latest AP Top 25 Poll and to refine their game plan ahead of the upcoming SEC slate.
UT Martin (1-0) is coming off a 2-9 season but was victorious last week against Northwestern State.