[2] The Tigers entered the game with a 7–2–1 record; but they lost by two points to undefeated #5 Nebraska in the Big Eight.
Defensive back Johnny Roland came in on offense and threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Earl Denny as the Tigers extended their lead to 14–0.
[2] Florida failed on three consecutive two-point conversion attempts and had they just kicked the extra points, they may have ended with a win.
[4] Despite playing on the losing team, Spurrier was named the Most Valuable Player for the game.
Missouri honored the 1965 Tigers in the 2015 season, bringing the team to midfield at halftime of their 24–10 win over South Carolina, then coached by Spurrier.