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USF Bulls vs Florida Gators Recap - Gators Win 31-28

USF was unable to contain Montrell Johnson Jr. on Saturday and the result was a 31-28 Week 3 loss against the Gators.

Florida won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -23.5-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 58.0.

Montrell Johnson Jr. rushed for 103 yards, while Trevor Etienne added 56 yards in the win. Trent Whittemore and Justin Shorter added 33 and 33 receiving yards respectively.

Brian Battie rushed for 150 yards for USF, while Gerry Bohanon added 102 yards. Gerry Bohanon threw for 116 yards for the Bulls, while receivers Xavier Weaver and Khafre Brown had 82 and 20 yards respectively.

Florida was outgained by USF 402-329 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-17 by the Bulls.

Florida lost the time of possession battle 36:19-23:41, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Next game, Florida takes its act on the road to face Tennessee looking for another win. For USF, they head on the road to face Louisville.