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EA Sports ranks the Swamp just outside the top five in their toughest places to play
The Swamp is one of the loudest, rowdiest, most intimidating environments in all of college football–so why isn't it ranked higher?
In its latest College Football 26 "Dynasty Deep Dive" feature, EA Sports unveiled the top 25 toughest stadiums to play in, with Ben Hill Griffin Stadium checking in at No. 7 overall.
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The ranking puts the Florida Gators behind other SEC schools like the LSU Tigers (No. 1), Georgia Bulldogs (No. 4) and Alabama Crimson Tide (No. 5). While that's respectable company, many Gators fans would argue that Ben Hill Griffin Stadium deserves to be higher–especially considering its reputation for shaking with noise during prime-time games and high-stakes SEC showdowns.
Night games in the Swamp, especially during rivalry weeks or title chases, have produced unforgettable moments and collapses by opposing quarterbacks. It's why coaches, players and media alike consistently rank Florida among the most brutal road trips in the nation.
Here are the top 10 toughest places to play according to EA Sports.
Top 10 toughest places to play according to EA Sports
EA Sports College Football 26 release date information
EA Sports College Football 26 releases July 10, with early access beginning July 7. The game marks another season of the beloved college football franchise, complete with real player likenesses, coaches and realistic stadium atmospheres.
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This article originally appeared on Gators Wire: EA Sports ranks the Swamp No. 7 in toughest stadiums list
