Florida Gators at Auburn Tigers
O/U 53.5 · SPREAD Florida Gators -11.5
The pick & result
- Published pick
- Florida Gators -2.5 -105
- Published odds
- -105
- Result
- Won
- Final score
- 44-39
Odds are the American price printed with this pick, not a current offer. Wins, losses and pushes remain on the public record; a missing grade is not a win.
The line
BETMGM · 50 moves| Market | Opened Sep 13 3:46 PM | Close Sep 19 6:53 PM | Move |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPREAD | Florida Gators -3 (-105) | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | −½ |
| TOTAL | 53.5 (-108) | 52.5 (-118) | −1 |
| MONEYLINE | Florida Gators -140 | Florida Gators -130 | +10 |
Every move, in order ›
| When | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPENSep 13 3:46 PM | Florida Gators -3 (-105) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 13 5:47 PM | Florida Gators -3 (-108) | 53.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -145 · Auburn Tigers +120 |
| Sep 13 6:46 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-115) | 53.5 (-105) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 13 7:46 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-115) | — | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 13 8:46 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-118) | 53.5 (-105) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 14 8:01 AM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-112) | — | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 14 12:03 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-112) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 14 1:03 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-115) | 52.5 (-112) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 14 2:03 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-115) | 53.5 (-105) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 14 3:03 PM | Florida Gators -3 (-105) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -145 · Auburn Tigers +120 |
| Sep 14 6:33 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-115) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 14 7:33 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-112) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 15 6:00 AM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-115) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -145 · Auburn Tigers +120 |
| Sep 15 9:31 AM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-112) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -145 · Auburn Tigers +120 |
| Sep 15 11:01 AM | Florida Gators -3 (-108) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -145 · Auburn Tigers +120 |
| Sep 15 12:01 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 15 1:01 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 15 5:01 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 15 6:01 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 15 7:01 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 15 11:02 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 16 12:02 AM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 16 6:00 AM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 53.5 (-108) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 16 1:31 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 52.5 (-112) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 16 2:31 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-110) | 53.5 (-105) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 16 5:18 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 52.5 (-118) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 17 12:02 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 53.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -140 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 17 12:32 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +115 |
| Sep 17 1:32 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-108) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 17 2:02 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 7:30 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 8:00 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 10:01 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 10:31 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-108) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 11:01 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 11:31 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-108) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 2:33 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 3:03 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-108) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -125 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 18 4:04 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 10:53 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 11:27 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-108) | 53.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 11:30 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 11:50 AM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 19 12:01 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-118) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 19 12:11 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 2:39 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +105 |
| Sep 19 5:00 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 6:13 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-110) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 6:15 PM | Florida Gators -2 (-118) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -135 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| Sep 19 6:33 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 52.5 (-110) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
| CLOSESep 19 6:53 PM | Florida Gators -2.5 (-108) | 52.5 (-118) | Florida Gators -130 · Auburn Tigers +110 |
The read
Jordan-Hare gets a night SEC opener with both programs beginning conference play under new head coaches. For Aaron Philo, it is his first Florida road start and a different examination from the opening home games.
I’m backing Florida because its path to productive offense looks more dependable. Jadan Baugh has rushed for 296 yards and five touchdowns, and Florida has had just 8.6% of its carries stopped at or behind the line. Philo has complemented that running game with five passing touchdowns against one interception. His familiarity with Buster Faulkner’s offense matters here: Florida’s reporting credits his command of checks and defensive recognition for earning the starting job. My expectation is that the running game helps him manage the setting and keeps Florida’s receiving options involved.
Auburn’s defensive front is the strongest objection. Its 18.8% defensive stuff rate suggests a credible route to forcing uncomfortable passing situations, where Florida has been considerably less successful. But Florida’s offensive advantage survives opponent adjustment: SP+ ranks its offense 21st against Auburn’s 54th. Florida’s easier opening schedule deserves a discount; it does not erase the case for the Gators.
Byrum Brown’s mobility gives Auburn a way to challenge Florida’s assignment discipline, especially after the problems Florida showed against FAU. Still, Auburn must turn those possessions into points. Its offense has produced 3.188 points per scoring opportunity, compared with Florida’s 6.429. I don’t expect that entire gap to persist, but I trust Florida more to finish drives. Auburn’s rushing production also needs context: 130 yards against Baylor preceded 343 against Southern Miss.
The crowd and Brown’s experience make this a demanding road assignment. My bet is that Florida’s balance and finishing ability translate well enough to cover -2.5. That supports the spread ticket at -105 rather than paying -126 merely to win.
Injuries noted
Florida Gators: Eric Singleton Jr. (questionable) — Wide receiver; ankle injury. He had been sidelined since the first drive of the season opener and remained questionable on the Friday-morning report.; Emmanuel Oyebadejo (questionable) — Defensive lineman; lower-body condition on the Friday-morning availability report.; Patrick Durkin (probable) — Kicker; undisclosed condition on the Friday-morning availability report.
Auburn Tigers: Tai Buster (out) — Offensive lineman; undisclosed condition on the Friday-morning availability report.; Joe Phillips (questionable) — Edge defender; undisclosed condition on the Friday-morning availability report.; Hunter Herring (questionable) — Tight end; undisclosed condition on the Friday-morning availability report.
The research
The dated measurements the app shows under this card — observations with their sample and source, not predictions.
QUARTERBACK
Aaron Philo is FLA's confirmed starter
12.31 Y/AAaron Philo is FLA's confirmed starting quarterback. Florida's current-week official preview identifies Philo as the Gators quarterback preparing for his first road test at Auburn. 2026 line: 517 passing yards, 76.2% completions, 12.31 yards per attempt, 5-1 TD-INT over 2 games.
Byrum Brown is AUB's confirmed starter
7.65 Y/AByrum Brown is AUB's confirmed starting quarterback. Auburn's Sept. 18 official preview identifies Brown as QB1 leading the Tigers into the Florida game. 2026 line: 482 passing yards, 68.3% completions, 7.65 yards per attempt, 2-3 TD-INT over 2 games.
PACE & SCRIPT
FLA is scoring +29 points per game
29 PPGFLA is at 59 points per game over 2 games; AUB is at 30 over 2 games. Those are current-2026 team-game results through 2026-09-18.
MISMATCH
FLA's passing attack against AUB's — 321.5 pass yards a game to 263
321.5 VS 263The widest gap on this matchup's tape: pass ypg — FLA 321.5, AUB 263, over 2 and 2 game samples.
REPLACEMENT
Tai Buster (OL) is out for AUB
OUTOffensive lineman; undisclosed condition on the Friday-morning availability report. The Opening Kickoff: Florida at Auburn — Test Awaits In SEC Opener (2026-09-17)
SITUATIONAL
FLA's passing game is +58.5 yards per game
58.5 YPGFLA is at 321.5 team passing yards per game over 2 games; AUB is at 263 over 2 games. Those are current-2026 team-game results through 2026-09-18.
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Props on this game
1- GARY'S PICKDALLAS WILSONRECEIVING YARDS OVER 55.5
Wilson has produced 151 receiving yards through two games, clearing this number on a simple two-game average. More importantly, the matchup can push Florida toward him. Auburn’s defensive front is capable of disrupting the Gators’ preferred rushing approach, which should create additional passing volume for Aaron Philo.
Wilson has already turned eight receptions into 151 yards, showing enough efficiency that he does not need a massive target count to reach 56. Vernell Brown III gives Florida another legitimate option, but that also makes it harder for Auburn to devote extra coverage to Wilson. I expect Florida to establish Baugh when possible, then use play action and intermediate throws to keep Wilson involved.
The first road start for Philo and the limited two-game sample keep my confidence measured. Still, 55.5 is the better Wilson number on the menu, and his early role plus Florida’s likely need to throw against Auburn’s front make the over playable at -118.
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