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Jeff Driskel runs the ball during Florida’s 21-16 loss to Miami on Sept. 7 in Sun Life Stadium. Driskel is the Gators’ starting quarterback heading into the season, but the backup remains unknown for now.
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Gators defend Driskel after loss

Jeff Driskel suffered a “slight sprain to the knee” against Miami, UF announced Monday. The injury was part of a forgettable, muggy Saturday in Sun Life Stadium. He is expected to return to face Tennessee on Sept. 21, aiming to build on the good — a career-high 291 passing yards — and improve on the bad — his three turnovers against the Hurricanes.


Will Muschamp speaks at a postgame press conference following Florida’s 21-16 loss to Miami on Saturday in Sun Life Stadium. Florida dropped to No. 18 in the Associated Press Poll following the defeat, while Miami moved into the rankings at No. 15 with its first win against a top-10 team since 2009.
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Blame loss on offense

MIAMI GARDENS — When coach Will Muschamp addressed the media following Florida’s 21-16 loss to Miami on Saturday, there was one group that he singled out — the defense.


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