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Florida Upsets No. 9 Ole Miss 24-17 Behind Bryce Thornton's 3 Interceptions

Nov 23, 2024, 08:41 PM

Florida Gators upset No. 9 Ole Miss Rebels 24-17 at The Swamp in Gainesville, ending the Rebels' College Football Playoff hopes. Florida quarterback DJ Lagway threw for 180 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. The Gators' offense accumulated 184 rushing yards at 4.1 yards per carry against the nation's No. 2 rushing defense. Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart threw three interceptions, including two in the final minutes, with Florida's Bryce Thornton recording all three picks. With this victory, Florida improves to 6-5, becomes bowl eligible, and marks the biggest win of head coach Billy Napier's tenure. The win follows Florida's previous upset over No. 22 LSU, signaling a significant turnaround for the Gators.