Texas has established itself as one of the stingiest defenses in the country, ranking fourth in the nation with 211 yards allowed per game. That’s bad news for a Gator squad with offensive issues; Florida ranks last in the SEC with 22 points a game, quarterback DJ Lagway has more interceptions than touchdown passes, and embattled head coach Billy Napier has to field as many questions about job security as his play-calling.

But Florida’s defense has played well in a grueling schedule that has included losses against ranked teams in Miami and LSU. The Gators will try and bog down quarterback Arch Manning and an inconsistent Texas offense in The Swamp and hope the rabid home crowd can help spring an upset.  

Follow along for scores and live updates as the Texas Longhorns take on the Florida Gators Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

The Longhorns’ opening drive bogs down in the rain at midfield, and a crowd that hasn’t exactly filled The Swamp is getting warmed up as the Gators get the ball for the second time.

Florida makes a statement on the game’s opening possession. A drive that almost started with a disaster ends with points. Texas freshman DB Graceson Littleton forced a fumble from fellow freshman Dallas Wilson on the first play of the game, but the Gators recovered. They then march 84 yards in 13 plays and score a TD on a 5-yard run from Jadan Baugh. Wasn’t this Florida offense supposed to be on its last legs?

Texas vs. Florida has kicked off, with the Gators taking the opening kickoff. Follow the American-Statesman for live scores and updates.

Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad is not suited up for the Longhorns and will apparently miss the game against Florida. The 6-foot, 187-pound junior, who had started 22 consecutive games, has been the Longhorns’ most consistent coverman this season. He’s given up just four receptions on eight pass attempts his way, and his Pro Football Focus coverage grade of 71.2 is second on the team behind freshman slot corner Graceson Littleton (72.6). Sophomore Kobe Black warmed up in place of Muhammad opposite Jaylon Guilbeau during pregame repetitions, but Littleton can also play on the outside like he did in the win over Sam Houston two weeks ago. Sophomore Warren Roberson and freshman Kade Phillips could also see more action in the slot or at cornerback.

Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad, a late addition to the injury report, is listed as a game-time decision in the final game-day injury report. Muhammad, a 6-foot, 187-pound junior, has started 22 consecutive games and has been the Longhorns’ most consistent coverman this season. He’s given up just four receptions on eight pass attempts his way, and his Pro Football Focus coverage grade of 71.2 is second on the team behind freshman slot corner Graceson Littleton (72.6). If Muhammad can’t suit up, Kobe Black will likely start after sharing cornerback duties with Jaylon Guilbeau opposite Muhammad. Running back CJ Baxter, the only other Longhorn listed on the final pregame injury report, is out.

When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday

Where: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida

TV/radio: ESPN, 1300, 98.1, 105.3 (Spanish)

Line: Texas is favored by 4 ½ points; over/under is 42 ½ points

Warm and muggy with highs in the 80s and a chance of scattered thunderstorms throughout the game.