Early Days (1906-1950s):

✦ The program sprouted in 1906, navigating rocky starts with flashes of brilliance like the 1928 undefeated season.

✦ The nickname "Gators" emerged in 1911, and Florida Field (later Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, aka "The Swamp") opened its doors in 1930.

The Spurrier Era and National Glory (1960s-2000s):

✦ Coach Ray Graves (1960-1969) laid the foundation for sustained success.

✦ Enter Steve Spurrier (1990-2002), the "Head Ball Coach," who transformed the Gators into an offensive juggernaut.

✦ Under Spurrier, Florida secured six SEC championships and the program's first national title in 1996.

✦ Urban Meyer (2005-2010) continued the dynasty, adding two more national titles in 2006 and 2008.