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Gold Sheet: 31-17 Final

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One could make a great living by fading the GS selections but nonetheless, here is their analysis of Saturday .. .. Speculate at your own peril .. ..

"The Gators pulled off an impressive 27-16 win over LSU last Saturday and now take aim at finishing with a winning record for the first time in Billy Napier’s three seasons by pulling off another home upset as Ole Miss comes through Gainesville. When talks of buying out Napier were rampant after a 1-2 start, Lane Kiffin’s name was discussed as an ideal candidate and the Rebels head coach even had fun with the rumors on social media, adding another subplot in this last major obstacle for his team as it looks to land a CFP spot. The Egg Bowl remains ahead, but Ole Miss will be a significant favorite in Oxford against the worst team in the SEC. Kiffin’s team has lost two games by three points in crushing fashion, but has bounced back from blowing a late lead at LSU by defeating Oklahoma, Arkansas and Georgia by a combined margin of 117-55. Coming off a bye, the Rebels should be fresh and well prepared as they look to contain an improved Florida offense and perform against a sturdy, athletic defense. QB Jaxson Dart leads the nation in QB rating and has the ability to beat teams with his passing and rushing ability. The Gators have played some of the nation’s most talented passers this season and are 0-4 against Miami’s Cam Ward, Tennessee’s Nico Iamaleava, Georgia’s Carson Beck and Texas’ Quinn Ewers. Despite still dealing with a hamstring issue, UF QB DJ Lagway threw for 226 yards and TD in returning to action last week, earning SEC Freshman of the Year honors, so there’s no danger of the Rebels looking past this last major challenge. Florida is hoping to avoid dropping back-to-back home finales for the first time since ‘88-’89 and beat Kiffin in his first game at Ole Miss 51-35, but between its depth issues and collective youth, are fighting too large an uphill battle to trust here. Keep in mind that it would definitely help the Rebels in the rankings if this score is lopsided, so expect Kiffin to keep his foot on the gas for four quarters."


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