MIAMI GARDENS — Florida kept it close and enjoyed a glimmer of hope before No. 4 Miami pulled away for a 26-7 win . DJ Lagway’s struggles continued for a sputtering offense while the Gators’ defense continued to give them a chance.

Here are five things learned as UF fell to 1-3 for the first time since 1986.

Lagway won’t stand for this any longer

In the city where Joe Namath boldly predicted the Jets’ victory in Super Bowl III, Lagway made his own guarantee while also channeling the “promise” of Florida legend Tim Tebow during the 2008 national championship season.

“It’s been hard, but you can tell we’re going to get things changed,” Lagway said. “I can guarantee that. This is not acceptable at all. This isn’t OK.

“We’ve got to play better football, and it starts with me.”

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