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Florida Defeats Tennessee 38-14 - Recap
Emory Jones ran for 144 yards as Florida handled Tennessee by a score of 38-14 on Saturday at Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Gators were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -19.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 64.5.
Emory Jones rushed for 144 yards, while Dameon Pierce added 62 yards in the win. Justin Shorter and Rick Wells added 54 and 39 receiving yards respectively.
Jabari Small rushed for 59 yards for Tennessee, while Tiyon Evans added 50 yards. Hendon Hooker threw for 221 yards for the Volunteers, while receivers JaVonta Payton and Tiyon Evans had 82 and 71 yards respectively.
Tennessee was outgained by Florida 505-423 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 25-20 by the Gators.
The time of possession battle favored Florida as their offense was on the field for 35:29, longer than the 24:31 of their opponents.
Florida looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Kentucky. Tennessee will aim to get back on the winning track at Missouri.