Florida vs. Texas: How to watch, weather, injuries, odds, announcers, and more

Two weeks ago, Florida was unbeaten and riding high after beating Ole Miss. Now, the Gators are trying to keep their season from slipping away.

Florida enters Saturday at 4-2 overall and 2-2 in SEC play after consecutive losses to Missouri and South Carolina. No. 7 Texas is also looking to respond after Oklahoma handed the Longhorns their first loss, 27-24, last week.

How to watch Florida vs. Texas

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: Noon ET / 11 a.m. CT
Location: Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas
TV: ABC
Florida radio: Gators Sports Network, ESPN Gainesville–WRUF, and The Varsity Network

Announcers for Florida vs. Texas

Joe Tessitore will handle play-by-play for ABC, with Jesse Palmer providing analysis and Kris Budden reporting from the sideline.

Florida’s radio broadcast features Sean Kelley, Shane Matthews, and Tate Casey.

Odds for Florida vs. Texas

Spread: Texas -11.5
Moneyline: Florida +340; Texas -440
Over/under: 51.5 points

These lines are subject to change.

Weather forecast in Austin

The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies, with temperatures around 59 degrees at kickoff. Temperatures should climb into the upper 60s during the afternoon, with a high near 71.

All-time series

Texas leads the all-time series 3-1-1, but Florida won last year 29-21.

Injury report snapshot

Based on Thursday night’s availability updates.

Florida

Aaron Philo, QB: Questionable with a shoulder injury.
Vernell Brown III, WR: Questionable with a knee injury.
Bailey Stockton, WR: Questionable.
Duke Clark, RB: Out.

Texas

Kaliq Lockett, WR: Out.
Jaydon Chatman, OL: Out.
Jordan Coleman, OL: Probable.
Justus Terry, DL: Probable.

Florida vs. Texas: Key storylines

1. Who takes the snaps for Florida?

Philo’s shoulder injury adds another complication to an already difficult road trip. Tramell Jones Jr. took significant practice reps this week and would make his first college start if Philo cannot play. Whoever gets the call will need help from the offensive line and running game.

2. Can Florida get Jadan Baugh going again?

Baugh rushed for 600 yards during Florida’s 4-0 start. Over the past two games, he has managed just 72 yards on 27 carries. The offensive line hasn't given him much daylight.

3. Can the defense make Arch Manning uncomfortable?

Manning threw two interceptions last week against Oklahoma and has shown that he is prone to imploding. Last year, Florida stopped Manning; can they do it again?

Offensive players to watch in Florida vs. Texas

Florida Gators

Aaron Philo / Tramell Jones Jr., QB: Philo is considered a game-time decision. If he can't go, Jones will get his first career start.
Jadan Baugh, RB: The hype train on Baugh has slowed down the last two weeks, but he also hasn't had much help.
Dallas Wilson, WR: Florida’s leading receiver enters with 26 catches for 376 yards and three touchdowns. Wilson popped off against Texas last year. Does he have an encore in him?

Texas Longhorns

Arch Manning, QB: Florida contained the former five-star QB last year, but questions about Florida's defense this year make it tough to trust
Cam Coleman, WR: He enters with 318 receiving yards and five touchdown catches.
Hollywood Smothers, RB: Texas’ leading rusher has 237 yards and two rushing touchdowns.

Defensive players to watch in Florida vs. Texas