The season was Doug Dickey's eighth as the head coach of the Florida Gators football team.
Former all-conference safety Terry LeCount started at quarterback in the Gators' wishbone offense, but the most notable play at the position came in the 4th quarter, when third-string freshman Cris Collinsworth tossed an NCAA record 99-yard touchdown pass to Derrick Gaffney on his first collegiate attempt.
[1][15] In the second week of play, Florida edged Mississippi State 24–22.yepremian junior kicker comes through again keeping Florids hopes alive Louisiana State beat Florida 36–14.
Wes Chandler had 146 yards receiving, including an 85-yard reception from Terry LeCount.
[17] The Gators called a timeout in the final seconds of a 27–17 win over the Tennessee Volunteers.