Florida football kickoff, TV times announced for early-season games
ESPN has announced the kickoff times and TV windows for several early-season Florida football games. The Gators will begin their season against Florida Atlantic on September 5 at 7:45 p.m. ET. This season marks the start of a new era under head coach Jon Sumrall, with high expectations for the team.
- ▪Florida football will open its season against Florida Atlantic on September 5 at 7:45 p.m. ET on SEC Network.
- ▪The Gators' season is highly anticipated due to the arrival of new head coach Jon Sumrall.
- ▪Experts expect Florida to return to postseason play in Sumrall's first year.
- ▪The SEC is a significant draw for ESPN, especially with the new nine-game conference schedule.
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