Florida travels to Lexington on Saturday for the 77th all-time meeting between the Gators and Wildcats. The Orange and Blue have historically dominated the series but have dropped four of the past five.
The Gators hold a commanding 54-22 advantage dating to the program’s first meeting in 1917. Florida notably won 31 consecutive matchups from 1987 through 2017, one of the longest winning streaks against a single opponent in college football history.
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In recent years, Kentucky has shifted the rivalry’s momentum, defeating Florida in a blowout last season. In 2024, the Gators briefly regained control with a 48-20 victory in Gainesville, powered by Jadan Baugh’s five rushing touchdowns, which tied a school record.
Florida has dropped three consecutive road matchups against the Wildcats, despite winning 20 of its past 24 games in Lexington. The Gators’ last win at Kentucky came in 2019 when No. 9-ranked Florida rallied from a 21-10 deficit entering the fourth quarter to upend the Wildcats 29-21. Kyle Trask led the comeback after stepping in for injured starter Feleipe Franks.
Saturday’s matchup presents another opportunity for first-year head coach Jon Sumrall to restore Florida’s historical success while halting a frustrating road losing streak.
Kickoff is scheduled for 6:15 P.M. ET on ESPN.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
Nov 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
Nov 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 8: Jadan Baugh #13 of the Florida Gators runs the ball against Ty Bryant #14 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Florida Gators and Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on November 8, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 8: DJ Lagway #2 of the Florida Gators runs the ball against Mi’Quise Humphrey-Grace #90 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Florida Gators and Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on November 8, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 8: Vernell Brown III #8 of the Florida Gators runs the ball and is tackled by Ty Bryant #14 of the Kentucky Wildcats during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Florida Gators and Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on November 8, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 8: DJ Lagway #2 of the Florida Gators throws the ball during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Florida Gators and Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on November 8, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 8: Seth McGowan #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats runs the ball and is tackled by Aaron Chiles #8 and Jordan Castell #14 of the Florida Gators during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Florida Gators and Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on November 8, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY – NOVEMBER 8: Seth McGowan #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats runs the ball against Sharif Denson #0 of the Florida Gators during the first half of the NCAA football game between the Florida Gators and Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on November 8, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
Nov 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) dives into the end zone for a touchdown against Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Grant Godfrey (22) during the first quarter at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s loss at Kentucky in 2025
Nov 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) celebrates with wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant (9) after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
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