Florida was led by true freshman sensation quarterback DJ Lagway, who continues to showcase his unique chemistry with senior wide receiver Elijah Badger. Lagway threw for two touchdowns, connecting with Badger on one.

Billy Napier is pleased with his team’s turnaround but far from satisfied to merely scratch his first winning season at UF.

Those complementary elements conspired to create a seismic shakeup of the playoff landscape. Florida’s 24-17 upset of No. 9 Ole Miss clinched a bowl berth for the hosts (6-5, 4-4 SEC) and knocked the Rebels (8-3, 4-3) from playoff contention.