Florida beats Tennessee on incredible Hail Mary

GAINESVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 16:  Feleipe Franks #13 of the Florida Gators works out on the field prior to the start of their game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 16, 2017 in Gainesville, Florida.  (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

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Credit: Scott Halleran

GAINESVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 16: Feleipe Franks #13 of the Florida Gators works out on the field prior to the start of their game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 16, 2017 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Florida Gators freshman quarterback Feleipe Franks completed an incredible Hail Mary pass on the final play to beat the Tennessee Volunteers 26-20 Saturday.

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Franks launched a 63-yard bomb that was caught by Tyrie Cleveland for the win as time expired.

Florida moves to 1-1 on the season, while Tennessee moves to 2-1. This is a heartbreaking loss for the Vols, especially after rallying to tie the game. And it comes a year after Tennessee won on a Hail Mary of its own.

The touchdown pass salvaged what had been a miserable offensive game for the Gators, and should no doubt give Franks some confidence going forward.

Florida visits Kentucky next week while Tennessee returns home to face UMass.

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