Florida Gators run into buzzsaw in Missouri, Tigers shred top-ten team for rare ranked win at home
Austin Simmons threw for 340 yards and two scores as the Missouri Tigers demolished the No. 8 Florida Gators 45-17, holding Jadan Baugh to 13 yards.
The Missouri Tigers defeated the number eight Florida Gators 45-17, establishing dominance on the lines of scrimmage and limiting Florida’s ground game. Quarterback Austin Simmons had a standout performance, leading the Tigers to a significant home win against a ranked opponent. This loss poses significant challenges for the Gators and their new head coach as they face a difficult upcoming schedule.
- Missouri Tigers defeated the Florida Gators 45-17.
- Missouri dominated both lines of scrimmage, accumulating 560 total yards.
- Florida’s leading rusher, Jadan Baugh, was held to 13 yards on 12 carries.
- Missouri quarterback Austin Simmons threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns.
- This was Missouri’s first home win against a ranked opponent since 2024.
- Florida’s offense struggled, and the game was not close after halftime.
- The Gators face a challenging upcoming schedule, including games against South Carolina, Texas, and Georgia.
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