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Texas Longhorns to host Florida Gators in Week 7 SEC game

The No. 7 Texas Longhorns will play the Florida Gators at DKR‑Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday, with Texas favored by 11.5 points and a 51.5 over/under.

Texas Longhorns to host Florida Gators in Week 7 SEC game

Key points

  • Texas holds a 4‑1 overall record and 1‑1 in the SEC.
  • Florida is 4‑2 overall and 2‑2 in the SEC.
  • Texas is an 11.5‑point favorite; total points over/under is 51.5.
  • Both teams have split their two SEC meetings, each winning at home.
  • SportsLine’s model projects over 50% chance of the spread being covered in simulations.

Game Overview

The No. 7 Texas Longhorns (4-1, 1-1 SEC) will host the Florida Gators (4-2, 2-2 SEC) on Saturday in Week 7 of the 2026 college football season.

Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET at DKR‑Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas.

Team Context

Texas entered the matchup after losing its No. 1 ranking following a Red River Rivalry defeat to Oklahoma.

Florida comes off back‑to‑back losses by more than 19 points to Missouri and South Carolina.

Since Texas joined the SEC, the two programs have split their two meetings, with the home team winning each.

Betting Outlook

Current odds list the Longhorns as 11.5‑point favorites, and the over/under for total points is set at 51.5.

The SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates each FBS game 10,000 times, projects that one side of the spread will cover in well over 50% of simulations.

Your questions, answered

What is the kickoff time for the Texas vs. Florida game?

The game will start at noon Eastern Time.

Where will the Texas vs. Florida game be played?

It will be held at DKR‑Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas.

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