Breaking the Streak: Tennessee Football's Historic Win Over Florida in Gainesville
Tennessee football ended a 10-game losing streak in Gainesville, Florida, by defeating rival Florida 31-11 in Week 13 of the 2025 college football season. The Vols had not won at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium since 2003 but managed to secure a commanding 31-0 halftime lead before easing up in the second half. Florida scored their first points with a field goal in the third quarter and their only touchdown in the fourth quarter. The Vols dominated the game from start to finish, leading to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis expressing disappointment in the loss on social media.
The last time Tennessee won in Gainesville was in 2003 with a 24-10 victory. The Gators and Vols are not set to face each other in the 2026 season, with Tennessee's next visit to Gainesville scheduled for 2028. Following the loss, Florida's season record dropped to 3-8, finishing 2-6 in SEC play for 2025. Tennessee improved to 8-3, positioning themselves for a strong bowl game as they look ahead to the 2026 season.