Knoxville, TN
Oct 12, 2024
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The showdown between Florida and Tennessee at Neyland Stadium was a thrilling contest that culminated in overtime, echoing the Vols' storied victory en route to the 1998 national title. Florida seized an early advantage, but a defensive stalemate characterized much of the first half, marred by squandered opportunities for the Gators. Key penalties and a critical fumble kept Florida from capitalizing on their red zone visits.
Tennessee rallied in the latter half, with dynamic adjustments propelling them ahead. Dylan Sampson's explosive efforts, including a significant 23-yard fourth-quarter score and a dramatic 1-yard plunge in overtime, underscored Tennessee's comeback. Florida's valiant attempt to level the scores in regulation fell short as Trey Smack missed a crucial overtime field goal, setting up Sampson's game-winning heroics and sealing a dramatic 23-17 victory for Tennessee.
Graham Mertz (Florida)
Trey Smack's early 42-yard field goal gave Florida a 3-0 lead, capitalizing on a promising drive stopped at Tennessee's 24-yard line.
James Pearce Jr. (Tennessee)
James Pearce Jr. forced a pivotal fumble on Graham Mertz at the Tennessee 1-yard line, swinging momentum in the Vols' favor.
Arlis Boardingham (Florida)
Arlis Boardingham caught a 13-yard touchdown pass from Graham Mertz, putting Florida ahead 10-0 amid their offensive resurgence.
Dylan Sampson (Tennessee)
Dylan Sampson's 6-yard touchdown rush on fourth-and-1 tied the game and sparked Tennessee's second-half rally.
Dylan Sampson (Tennessee)
Sampson's 23-yard touchdown run lifted Tennessee into a 17-10 lead, demonstrating his prowess in navigating the Gator defense.
Trey Smack (Florida)
Trey Smack missed a decisive 47-yard field goal in overtime, setting the stage for Tennessee's victory.
Dylan Sampson (Tennessee)
In overtime, Sampson's 1-yard touchdown run clinched Tennessee's triumph, capping off a resilient performance.
Dylan Sampson (Tennessee, RB)
Continually excelled under pressure, recording three touchdowns and demonstrating leadership in Tennessee's overtime win with 112 rushing yards.
James Pearce Jr. (Tennessee, DE)
His defensive heroics included forcing a critical fumble and applying pressure throughout, key to stalling Florida's offensive momentum.
Graham Mertz (Florida, QB)
Delivered a strong performance until his injury, orchestrating Florida's offense effectively with precise passing before leaving the game.
DJ Lagway (Florida, QB)
Stepped in admirably after Mertz's injury, throwing a clutch 27-yard touchdown pass to force overtime, displaying composure under adversity.
Florida Gators
3
0
7
7
17
Tennessee Volunteers
0
0
10
7
23
