SEC Football: Bowl Season Primer, Predictions, and Viewing Guide

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Nov 19, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; Florida Gators linebacker Daniel McMillian (13) and defensive back Teez Tabor (31) break up a touchdown pass intended for LSU Tigers tight end Caleb Roddy (85) during the second half at Tiger Stadium. The Gators defeat the Tigers 16-10. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Outback Bowl

No. 17 Florida Gators vs. Iowa Hawkeyes

When: January 2nd at 1 PM Eastern Time

Where: Tampa, Florida

Venue: Raymond James Stadium

Watch: ABC and ESPN3

The Gators and the Hawkeyes might score 17 points in this one – combined. Both teams rank in the bottom third of the nation in scoring offense and scored less than 17 points in each of their marquee wins this season. Iowa defeated Michigan 14-13 and Florida beat LSU 16-10.

Iowa is a four point favorite. Coincidentally, the Hawkeyes average 27 points per game compared to the Gators’ 23 points per game. C.J. Beathard leads the Iowa offense and has been more productive than his Gator counterpart Luke Del Rio. Beathard had a 17:7 touchdown to interception ration while Del Rio threw as many touchdowns as interceptions, eight each.

The Hawkeyes would seem to have a better chance of stumbling into the endzone in this game, but either way it doesn’t shape up to be a very thrilling contest. The over/under is set at 40 points. Don’t hold your breath.