Florida Gators to Host Oklahoma on November 7
The SEC has set a 7:45 p.m. kickoff for the Saluting Those Who Serve game at The Swamp.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Football
The Florida Gators will face the Oklahoma Sooners at 7:45 p.m. on November 7. The game, which will be held in Gainesville at The Swamp, is designated as the Saluting Those Who Serve game.
Why it matters
The matchup represents a renewed rivalry between two programs with significant postseason history against one another. This game also serves as a special tribute event presented by VyStar Credit Union.
The 2008 national championship saw Florida defeat Oklahoma 24-14, while Oklahoma later won the 2020 Cotton Bowl with a 55-20 victory. The upcoming November 7 meeting will be broadcast on the SEC Network.
The players
Florida Gators
This is the intercollegiate football team representing the University of Florida in Gainesville.
Oklahoma Sooners
This is the intercollegiate football team representing the University of Oklahoma in Norman.
SEC Network
This is a cable sports network owned by ESPN that focuses on coverage of Southeastern Conference athletics.
VyStar Credit Union
This is a member-owned financial institution that is presenting the upcoming Saluting Those Who Serve game.
The details
Florida will wear all-blue uniforms paired with blue helmets to mark the Saluting Those Who Serve theme. The SEC confirmed the prime-time slot and broadcast details for the Gainesville contest on Monday.
Timeline
The 2008 national championship game resulted in a Florida win.
The 2020 Cotton Bowl saw Oklahoma defeat Florida.
The Florida Gators and Oklahoma Sooners play on November 7, 2026, at 7:45 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This game extends the competitive history between the two programs established by the 2020 Cotton Bowl. The prime-time scheduling reflects the importance of the matchup in the current season standings.
Fans in Gainesville should prepare for evening traffic patterns around The Swamp due to the 7:45 p.m. start time. Viewers at home can access the game through their local SEC Network provider.
The takeaway
The November 7 prime-time game offers a chance to honor service members while continuing a high-profile series between two major college football programs. Attendees should plan for the evening kickoff and potential commemorative events associated with the presentation by VyStar Credit Union.
Further reading
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