tulane vs florida

 The Florida Gators and the Tulane Green Wave are set to face each other in the 2024 Gasparilla Bowl on December 20, 2024, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The game is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on ESPN2. 

Team Overviews:

Florida Gators: Under head coach Billy Napier, the Gators finished the regular season with a 7-5 record, including a 4-4 mark in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). They secured bowl eligibility by winning their final three games, notably a 31-11 victory over archrival Florida State on November 30. Freshman quarterback DJ Lagway has emerged as a key player for Florida. 

Tulane Green Wave: Led by head coach Jon Sumrall, Tulane posted a 9-4 overall record and a 7-1 record in the American Athletic Conference (AAC). They advanced to the AAC Championship Game but fell to Army, 35-14, on December 6. The Green Wave have experienced a quarterback change, with backup Ty Thompson stepping in after Darian Mensah's commitment to Duke. Running back Makhi Hughes remains a pivotal part of their offense. 

Historical Context:

This matchup marks the 22nd meeting between Florida and Tulane, but their first encounter since 1984. Historically, the Gators lead the series with 13 wins, 6 losses, and 2 ties. Both teams were members of the SEC from 1932 until 1965, when Tulane departed the conference. 

Viewing Information:

Fans can watch the game live on ESPN2. For those looking to stream the game, services like DIRECTV offer a five-day free trial, and Sling TV provides discounted rates for new subscribers. International viewers may consider using a VPN service to access the broadcast. 

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