3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

After being picked fifth in the SEC East for 2023, fans wonder if there is little faith in Billy Napier from the media.

SEC media not expecting much of a turnaround in Billy Napier's second season.

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson's first collegiate start was far from memorable.

No. 20 Kentucky intercepted Anthony Richardson twice, Keidron Smith returned one of those interception 65 yards for a touchdown, and the Wildcats toppled 12th-ranked Florida 26-16 in the Swamp.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart has been grumbling about the Florida-Georgia game being held in Jacksonville for years, and during Southeastern Conference Media Days this week, he renewed his calls for the annual rivalry game to be played on the universities’ campuses instead.

It wasn’t the outcome many expected against Tennessee, but for the first time since 2016, the Gators win the SEC East with a 31-19 victory over the Volunteers. David Waters is joined by Nick de la Torre (Gators Territory) to review the lackluster performance by the Gators. Get Gators Breakdown merchandise at https://www.ebay.com/str/gatorsbreakdownLISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Podcasts | Stitcher

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The slide is over and the SEC East title is back in focus. The Gators (5-1 overall and in SEC play) gained the inside track to the SEC East title and gave coach Dan Mullen his first win over his chief conference rival. The Bulldogs had beaten Florida convincingly in two of the past three meetings and jumped to a fast start early on Saturday. The Gators caught back up in a hurry and stomped out Georgia (4-2 overall and in the SEC) after that. Bennett was 5 of 16 for 78 yards, a touchdown and an interception against Florida.

The Florida Gators are projected to win the SEC East and play Alabama for the conference championship. In preseason voting by media, the Gators clipped Georgia for the East division and placed six players on the All-SEC list. Alabama was picked to win the SEC, followed by Georgia, LSU and Florida. Georgia went 12-2 (7-1 in the SEC) and lost to LSU in the SEC championship game last year. PRESEASON MEDIA DAYSPicks to winSEC East voting: Florida (53) 624, Georgia (43) 613, Tennessee 434, Kentucky 405, South Carolina 287, Missouri, 224, Vanderbilt 101.

A clear front runner in the SEC East is in question for the first time in a few seasons. Recently, Georgia has been the leader in the division, but many experts see Florida making its move in 2020. David Waters and Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) are joined by Braden Gall (Athlon Sports), Robert Steltenpohl and Spencer Van Horn (A Rich Tradition: College Football Podcast) to debate Florida or Georgia as the winner of the SEC East. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

One of the biggest questions for the 2020 college football season is if Florida can beat Georgia and capture the SEC East? If annual preseason magazines are any indication, the answer is a resounding yes. David Waters is joined by Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) to break down what the preseason publications are saying about Florida and why they are so high on the Gators. Head to manscaped.com and use promo code GATORS for TWO FREE gifts and FREE shipping with your Perfect Package 3.0 purchase. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownFollow David Waters on Twitter @GatorDave_SEC to stay plugged in, or click one of the following to tune in:Megaphone | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Google Play | Stitcher

Georgia continued its recent hot streak against Florida going, dominating statistically and turning back the Gators 24-17 on Saturday at TIAA Bank Field. The win pushed the Bulldogs to 7-1 and 4-1 in the SEC and vaulted them to the top spot in the East. Trask played well for Florida, finishing 21 of 33 for 257 yards and scoring passes to Swain and Van Jefferson. The Bulldogs have beaten Florida three straight games in the streaky series, following a pattern. Florida won three straight from 2008-10; Georgia won the next three.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - It's pretty much all on the line when No. The winner will pretty much wrap-up the SEC East and announce to the college football world they are serious College Football Playoff contenders. LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownDavid Waters is joined by Mike Griffith (Dawg Nation, Atlanta Journal-Constitution) to preview the pivotal matchup. David also gives his keys to the game and score prediction. 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.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The 2019 season started with the thought that Georgia was going to run away with winning the SEC East. The season has played out and Florida now has shot to take a commanding lead in the SEC East with a win over Georgia. With a legitimate shot at representing the division with a victory over Georgia, is this game a must-win for the Gators? LISTEN: Catch up on previous episodes of Gators BreakdownDavid Waters is joined by Will Miles (ReadandReaction.com) to discuss the magnitude of this years Florida-Georgia game as well as thoughts on the game staying in Jacksonville. 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.