# Florida Gators MUST Beat Auburn Tigers and Alex Golesh in Jon Sumrall's First Year

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Podcast: [Locked On Gators - Daily Podcast On Florida Gators Athletics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-gators-daily-podcast-on-florida-gators-athletics-183606)
Published: 2026-05-22T07:00:00+00:00
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Florida Gators face mounting pressure as their SEC opener against Auburn Tigers looms—a true must-win to set the tone for Jon Sumrall’s first season. Brandon Olsen spotlights the brewing rivalry between Sumrall and Auburn’s Alex Golesh, questions at quarterback, and why Florida’s stronger roster gives them the edge in a pivotal early clash. Can the Gators avoid a rocky start in the SEC and silence doubters after offseason upheaval? Key matchups against Missouri Tigers and the season-ending showdown with Florida State Seminoles raise the stakes. Olsen challenges the hype surrounding Missouri’s Austin Simmons, scrutinizes Eli Drinkwitz’s changing play-calling, and stokes the flames of the Florida–Florida State rivalry. Will the Gators capitalize on their superior depth, shake up the conference, and stomp on their in-state rivals while they’re down? Tune in for candid analysis, bold predictions, and everything at stake for Florida football’s comeback. Swamp Signal: https://swampsignal.substack.com/ Insider Program: joinsubtext.com/lockedongators Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Coast Right now, Coast Pay is offering our listeners up to $2,000 credit when you get started at https://coastpay.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Term Apply. The Coast Visa®️ Commer…

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