The Florida Gators entered Saturday night's game against Oklahoma with a slim chance to stay in the College Football Playoff picture.

The Gators had a 5-3 record, and all three losses came in blowout fashion. However, Florida had two impressive wins over Ole Miss and Texas on its resume. After a 23-7 loss to Oklahoma, UF was hit with a stark reality check in a number of areas.

First, the Gators are not ready to compete for the CFP. Oklahoma is having a down year, and only reached its fifth win of the season with a dominating performance over the Gators.

Second, Florida is coming close to having a disappointing season. Former Gators head coach Steve Spurrier thought the ceiling was around a nine- or 10-win season. UF will need to win out to reach eight wins, and that will be difficult as they get set to travel to play Kentucky in Week 11.

Here are three goals for Florida to round out the season.

Figure out the offensive line

The offensive line has been a big reason why the offense is stuck in a rut. Running back Jadan Baugh rushed for 600 yards and 11 touchdowns in his first four games this season. Since then, he's rushed for 236 yards and three touchdowns in the last five games.

The Gators are averaging 4.4 yards per rush this season.

In the passing game, Florida's quarterbacks are not having time to throw. The offensive line has given up 16 total sacks.

Develop Tramell Jones Jr.

The Gators turned to Jones to get the start against Oklahoma. It didn't go well. He finished the day going 10 of 22 passing for 133 yards and two interceptions against a good Oklahoma defense. Jones was much better against Texas, when he threw for 155 yards and two touchdowns.

Florida needs to develop Jones for the 2027 season. The CFP is out of the picture, and head coach Jon Sumrall needs to prepare for a big second year in Gainesville.

Cutting down on penalties

Another big problem for Florida this year, even in wins, has been penalties. It's an issue that Sumrall complained about when the Gators had a 4-0 start.

Florida has been flagged 67 times for 640 yards this season, which ranks 121st in the nation.

The Gators must be more disciplined if they hope to compete in the SEC. Sumrall needs to send a message that players who commit penalties lose playing ti