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Florida Turns to Billy Gonzales, New Play-Calling Plan for Georgia Test

Florida enters the rivalry defined by a new play-caller alongside an active coaching search.

Head coach Lane Kiffin of the Mississippi Rebels speaks with head coach Kirby Smart of the Georgia Bulldogs prior to the game at Sanford Stadium on Oct. 18, 2025 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
During the latest Swamp Things, Edgar and Mark lay out the Lane Train’s path to Gainesville and the Gators’ path to victory against Georgia.
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Overview

  • Interim coach Billy Gonzales makes his debut as 3-4 Florida faces No. 5 Georgia in Jacksonville, with the Bulldogs having won four straight and seven of the past eight in the series.
  • Quarterback analyst Ryan O’Hara will call plays, Russ Callaway aims to open the playbook, and Steve Spurrier Jr. will work on the sideline as Florida leans toward more four-receiver sets.
  • Florida’s offense has produced an SEC-low 17 points per game against FBS opponents, DJ Lagway has as many interceptions as touchdown passes, and backup Trammel Jones Jr. could be used if struggles persist.
  • Athletic director Scott Stricklin says time is on his side in the head-coach search, with reporting identifying Lane Kiffin as a leading external target and key recruiting and transfer dates shaping the timeline.
  • Georgia enters 6-1 with receiver Colbie Young sidelined by a fractured ankle and a defense showing vulnerability with an SEC-low sack total, limited takeaways, and a bottom-tier pass defense ranking.