MOHAMOUD DIABATE

Anthony Richardson ran for three scores in his second career start, including a 2-yard scamper with 1:25 remaining, and Florida upset seventh-ranked Utah 29-26 to get the Billy Napier era off to a rousing start.

No. 7 Utah visits Florida Field on Saturday for what arguably will be the Gators' biggest non-conference game in nearly a decade.

No. 11 Florida is a two-touchdown underdog at home against defending national champion and top-ranked Alabama.

Florida’s defense was historically bad last season, so dreadful at times that fans were clamoring to fire everyone.

If Florida’s defense is going to rebound from a disappointing 2020 season, the group will have to come together much better than they did last season.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Saturday's win over Vanderbilt offered plenty of playing time for a few young Gators. Mohamoud Diabate, Ethan White, and Kaiir Elam headlined a glimpse into the future for Florida. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownDavid Waters is joined by Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) as they look at the performance of some Gators that will be counted on in the years to come. Follow @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | A pple Podcasts | YouTube | Google PlayCopyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.