MIAMI GARDENS — Florida football was unable to avenge last year's loss to state-rival Miami, falling 26-7 to the Hurricanes before 66,713 at Hard Rock Stadium.

The Florida Gators (1-3, 0-1 SEC) will limp into the open week, literally, before hosting No. 7 Texas at The Swamp. The game took a physical toll, as Florida lost defensive back Aaron Gates, cornerback Dijon Johnson, wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant and defensive tackle Brendan Bett to injuries in the contest.

At 1-3, Florida is off to its worst start since the 1986 season. The Gators also dropped to 20-22 under head coach Billy Napier.

Florida lost 41-17 to Miami at The Swamp last year but was more competitive this time around, trailing 13-7 to start the fourth quarter before wearing down.

Here is how Florida graded ou

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