- Matchup: South Carolina Gamecocks vs Florida Gators
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Venue: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL
- Broadcast: SEC Network
- Betting Odds: Gators -13.5
- Over/Under Total: 61.5
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The South Carolina Gamecocks (2-3) will face off against the Florida Gators (4-1) at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The Gamecocks begin this contest as 13.5-point underdogs, with the over/under set at 61.5 points.
Heading into this game, the South Carolina Gamecocks have a current record of 2-3. In their previous outing, they suffered a close defeat against the Kentucky Wildcats, culminating in a 35-34 scoreline. Throughout the game, the Gamecocks executed 74 plays, amassing a total of 458 yards. On the rushing front, South Carolina attempted 37 runs, gaining 232 yards for an impressive average of 6.3 yards per carry. Conversely, they allowed 122 rushing yards on 37 attempts, yielding 3.3 yards per rush. In the passing game, South Carolina allowed 28 completions out of 41 attempts, leading to 272 yards and a completion rate of 68.3%.
In terms of scoring, the South Carolina Gamecocks are averaging 37.6 points per game. Their rushing attack ranks 7th nationally, accumulating 256.0 yards per game. This season, they have totalled 2,455 yards. They have recorded 9 touchdown passes and 12 rushing touchdowns. On offense, South Carolina has achieved 121 first downs but has been penalized 32 times for a total of 298 yards, resulting in 8 turnovers.
Defensively, the Gamecocks have allowed 1,156 passing yards, placing them 101st in the country. They concede 231.2 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage against of 65.8%. Overall, they are giving up an average of 331.6 yards per game, ranking them 55th nationally. They have surrendered 13 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns. Opponents average 3.2 yards per carry and have accumulated 100.4 rushing yards per game this season, totaling 502 rushing yards against the Gamecocks through 5 games. South Carolina’s defense ranks 102nd, allowing 26.8 points per game.
The Florida Gators come into this game with a 4-1 record this season. Their last game saw them take a loss against the Missouri Tigers, finishing at 45-17. In that match, Florida averaged only 1.7 yards per rush, totaling 42 yards on 25 attempts. Overall, they completed 325 yards over 64 plays for an average of 5.1 yards per play. Their passing defense struggled, allowing a completion rate of 76.7%, giving up 340 yards on 23 completions from 30 attempts. On the ground, Florida allowed 36 attempts for 220 yards, averaging 6.1 yards per rush.
In scoring offense, the Gators rank 5th in the nation, averaging 46.2 points per game. They have averaged 491.2 yards per game, putting them at 12th in the country. Florida’s offense has drawn 437 yards worth of penalties from 43 infractions, ranking 13th in Division 1 for free yardage. They have thrown 3 interceptions and lost 1 fumble while achieving 124 first downs. To date, the Gators have thrown for 1,374 yards, averaging 274.8 passing yards per game, which ranks 32nd nationally. Their rushing attack averages 216.4 yards per game, totaling 1,082 yards so far.
Defensively, the Gators are allowing 27.2 points per game, placing them 104th in Division 1. They have permitted 632 rushing yards this season, averaging 126.4 yards per game, and have surrendered 9 rushing touchdowns. In the passing game, Florida has allowed 7 touchdowns and an average of 266.6 yards per game, ranking them 129th. Their defense has participated in 346 plays this season, ranking them 114th nationally. They have recovered 4 fumbles and intercepted 4 passes this year, giving up a total of 136 points.
Who will prevail in the upcoming Gamecocks vs. Gators college football showdown against the spread?
Recommendation: Bet on the Gamecocks +13.5
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