1962 Gator Bowl

The 1962 Gator Bowl was a post-season college football bowl game between the Penn State Nittany Lions an independent and the Gators of the University of Florida representing the SEC. Florida upset Penn State, 17–7. To inspire the underdog Gators against an integrated northern foe, the Confederate Battle Flag was worn on their helmets.

Game summary
Quarterback Tom Shannon was the MVP for Florida, while defensive tackle Dave Robinson was the MVP for Penn State.