The stage is set for one of college football's most storied rivalries, as the Florida Gators and Florida State Seminoles prepare to clash in Tallahassee. The kickoff time for this Thanksgiving weekend showdown has officially been announced: the game will start at 3:30 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 27, and will be broadcast nationally on ABC.

This year's matchup marks the 69th regular-season meeting between these two Sunshine State powerhouses, with Doak Campbell Stadium serving as the battleground. It's a notable shift from tradition—while the Gators and Seminoles have typically faced off on Saturdays, the game has been moved to Black Friday to capitalize on the growing popularity of holiday weekend college football programming. In fact, this will be Florida's first regular-season Friday game since 2022.

Last season, the Gators came out firing, dominating Florida State with a 40-21 victory. Running back Jadan Baugh was the star of the show, racking up 266 rushing yards to lead Florida to a double-digit win. However, that triumph wasn't enough to save then-head coach Billy Napier's job. Now, new head coach Jon Sumrall will get his first taste of this intense rivalry, looking to build on the momentum.

Florida enters the contest with confidence, having won the last two meetings against the Seminoles. But the series has been tightly contested over the past decade, with the teams splitting their last 10 matchups. Historically, the Gators hold the edge, leading the all-time series 39-28-2. When playing in Tallahassee, Florida's record stands at 15-14-1, making this a true test of grit on the road.

Whether you're a Gators fan looking to extend the win streak or a Seminoles supporter hoping to reclaim bragging rights, this Black Friday showdown promises all the drama and excitement that makes college football special. Mark your calendars and get ready for a rivalry renewed under the Florida sun.