Saturday’s 45-28 victory at hapless Mississippi State wasn’t a cakewalk, won’t quell the conversation about coach Billy Napier’s future or put to rest the perceived

Florida Gators win its first game against an FBS opponent since October of 2023 behind stellar play from its two quarterbacks.

Graham Mertz passed for three touchdowns and rushed for another to lead Florida over Mississippi State 45-28 on Saturday. The Gators had 503 yards of total offense and completed 93 percent of their passes with Mertz 19 of 21 for 201 yards and DJ Lagway completing all seven of his throws for 76 yards.