Photos, pageantry and video of Florida Gators big win vs. FAU

The University of Florida football team took care of business against Florida Atlantic with a 66-21 victory on Saturday, Sept. 5 in Gainesville.

The 66 points were the most points in the Gators have scored

in a season opener since 1994.

UF’s newly named starting quarterback Aaron Philo accounted for three of his four touchdowns by halftime, which helped take a 38-14 lead by the half.

Here's a look at the game in pictures and video:

New Gators head coach Jon Sumrall speaks after blowout opening win

What Florida QB Aaron Philo had to say after the Gators' win over FAU

What Gators RB Jadan Baugh had to say after UF's win over FAU

The breakdown after the Gators' blowout win over FAU Owls

Florida running back Duke Clark (20) scores dragging Florida Atlantic defensive end Wilky Denaud (2) during the second half an NCAA football game at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, September 5, 2026. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]