Gators Fall to Texas A&M 33-20: Defense Struggles in SEC Opener

Florida’s defensive woes put the Gators in an early hole, and by the time the offense woke up, Texas A&M was in control. GAINESVILLE, Fla. — It was a dark afternoon at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. In a game delayed in the first half due to inclement weather, there were Gators fans who probably wished it had never restarted. The UF football team opened the 2024 Southeastern Conference slate seeking its first conference victory since October 2023. Those hopes were dashed early in the Gators’ lackluster performance in a 33-20 loss to Texas A&M. In a first half reminiscent of…