Tennessee versus Florida — also (formerly) known as the Third Saturday in September — always has meaning. That game is circled on the calendar regardless of team record or skill level. Florida leads the all-time series 32-21.
In last year’s matchup, the Vols waded into the Swamp and started with promise, up 7-0 midway through the first quarter. However, the wheels soon fell off for Tennessee, with Florida exploding for four straight TDs before halftime. The Swamp was deafening. The pressure was on. It was an all-too-familiar feel for the team in orange and white.
UT fought hard in the second half but could not close the gap, losing 29-16.