The Seminoles enter the game sitting at 2-9 and are looking to end a disastrous season with a victory over rivals Florida (6-5). The Gators come into Saturday's showdown after picking up back-to-back wins over LSU and Ole Miss to secure bowl eligibility.

Florida football coach Billy Napier understands the importance of the Florida football-Florida State rivalry. Napier brought in different speakers during the course of the season to educate players on what it means within the state to both fans and recruiting.