Florida’s Tough Schedule Might Foil the Gators Record Scoring Streak
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida owns the longest scoring streak in major college football, a shutout-free run that’s lasted more than three decades.
The Gators have put points on the board in 448 consecutive games, 53 longer than any other team in NCAA history. They will try to extend the mark against in-state rival and 19th-ranked Miami on Saturday in the Swamp.
It would be mildly surprising if the streak ended against the Hurricanes. After all, Florida averaged 28.4 points a game in 2023 and returns quarterback Graham Mertz, running back Montrell Johnson and standout receiver Tre Wilson.
But coach Billy Napier’s revamped offensive line remains a question, and Miami boasts a formidable pass-rush tandem in Rueben Bain and Francisco Mauigoa.
“They’ve got a whole group of front-seven players that can create issues for you,” Napier said. “That will certainly be one of the key matchups of the game, to go along with several other players up front.”
Florida has played 35 full seasons without being shut out, with the last goose egg coming against Auburn on Oct. 29, 1988. The Tigers dominated that day in Gainesville, holding Florida to 116 yards and winning 16-0 while star running back Emmitt Smith watched from the sideline with a knee injury.
The Gators have scored in every outing since, an impressive streak that spans Steve Spurrier’s coaching career, Tim Tebow’s playing career and several close calls along the way.