Will Muschamp's first game as a head coach went as well as he could've predicted. His offense scored 17 points on their first three offensive possessions. His defense held Florida Atlantic to four total yards on the Owls first three offensive series. And senior Chris Rainey scored three touchdowns (rushing, receiving, and punt return) en route to a 41-3 win over FAU. Rainey became only the third player since 1996 to score a rushing, receiving, and some return for a touchdown in a single game. The Gator offense churned out 468 yards, while the defense only gave up 137 to Florida Atlantic. John Brantley completed 21 of 30 passes for 229 yards and a touchdown. He also threw two interceptions, one coming off a tipped ball at the line of scrimmage.