Florida: 2026 Week 7 recap

Florida sits at 12th overall with a 4–1 record, but last week's 45–17 loss at Missouri exposed real problems. The Gators' rating held steady at 18.5, suggesting GIE saw the defeat coming—a blowout to a ranked opponent didn't shift expectations as much as the margin might suggest. Red-zone efficiency is the clearest culprit: converting just 18% of trips into touchdowns means Florida leaves points everywhere. Third-down conversions at 34% compound the issue, forcing longer drives that stall in the red zone. GIE projects 7.8 wins for the season, with playoff odds around 4.5%—salvageable but narrowing fast. Home matchup against South Carolina this week offers a chance to reset, though the offensive struggles need immediate attention.