The Mississippi State Bulldogs will visit the Florida Gators on Saturday, October 18, 2025. This game is set to start at 4:15 PM at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. Fans can catch the action on SECN. Both teams are part of the Southeastern Conference, adding extra significance to this matchup. Mississippi State has a 4-2 record, while Florida stands at 2-4 this season.

Mississippi State vs. Florida Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Mississippi State +283. Mississippi State has a better overall record this season. They have performed well in past games as an underdog.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 51.5. Both teams have shown the ability to score points in recent games, and the trends suggest a higher-scoring game.

Team Trends

• Mississippi State Bulldogs have a road record of 1-1 this season.
• Florida Gators hold a home record of 2-1 this season.
• Mississippi State Bulldogs rank 9th in interceptions with 8 this season.
• Florida Gators won their last home game against Texas Longhorns, 29-21.
• Both teams are part of the Southeastern Conference.

Mississippi State vs Florida Preview

The Mississippi State Bulldogs are heading to Gainesville to take on the Florida Gators. Mississippi State has a 4-2 record, but they are on a two-game losing streak. Their conference record is 0-2, which they will look to improve. Playing away from home, they have a 1-1 road record this season.

The Florida Gators hold a 2-4 record and are ranked 11th in the Southeastern Conference. They have been stronger at home with a 2-1 record. Coming off a one-game losing streak, the Gators aim to bounce back. This game is important for both teams as they seek to climb the conference standings.

Florida Gators: Players and Projections

The Florida Gators have a strong presence in the Southeastern Conference. They play their home games at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Currently, they hold a record of 2-4 this season.

DJ Lagway, the starting quarterback, has played in six games. He has thrown for 935 yards, with seven touchdowns and six interceptions. His fantasy points stand at 53.8, ranking first in the team.

Running back Jadan Baugh has rushed for 354 yards and scored two touchdowns over six games. Wide receiver Vernell Brown III has 24 receptions totaling 296 yards. Tight end Hayden Hansen caught 16 passes for 145 yards with one touchdown.

Mississippi State Bulldogs: Season Overview and Key Players

The Mississippi State Bulldogs play in the Southeastern Conference. Their home games take place at Davis Wade Stadium. This season, they have a 4-2 record, with a conference record of 0-2.

Blake Shapen is the leading quarterback for the Bulldogs. Over six games, he has thrown for 1,204 yards with nine touchdowns and four interceptions. His fantasy points are 83.9, placing him first on the team.

Running back Fluff Bothwell has 465 rushing yards and six touchdowns in six games. Wide receiver Brenen Thompson has 22 receptions for 378 yards and four touchdowns. Tight end Seydou Traore has caught 11 passes for 127 yards and three touchdowns.

Final Betting Pick

Mississippi State has a solid record this season, standing at 4-2. They have shown strength when playing as an underdog, making the money line of +283 a good pick. Their road record is balanced at 1-1, which shows they can perform away from home. This could give them an edge against Florida, whose overall record is 2-4.

The over/under prediction for this game is set at 51.5. Both teams have shown they can score, with Mississippi State scoring 202 points this season and Florida scoring 134 points. Recent games for both teams have seen high scores, supporting the prediction for a higher total. This suggests the over 51.5 is a reasonable choice for this game.

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