Gator Bowl preview Virginia Missouri.

FILE - Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy, center, runs with the ball as Massachusetts defensive lineman Derrieon Craig, left, and defensive lineman Shymell Davis (91) defend during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

No. 20 Virginia and No. 25 Missouri are trying to make history at the Gator Bowl

Missouri and Virginia have a chance to make history in the Gator Bowl. The No. 25 Tigers (8-4) are trying to reach nine wins for the third consecutive season for the first time. The 20th-ranked Cavaliers (10-3) are looking for an 11th victory for the first time. One of them will reach their goal Saturday night at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. Missouri is a 4 1/2-point favorite, according to BetMGM Sportsbook, despite playing without starting quarterback Beau Pribula. Pribula announced plans last week to enter the transfer portal, leaving freshman Matt Zollers to step in for the Tigers.

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