Section 15 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

(2026 Review) - Sideline Location: Portal Boxes run along the east and west sidelines at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, positioned above the tunnels.  Semi-Private Setup: Each box is usually a group of 4 seats in its own semi-private space.  Barstool-Style Seating: Sometimes called Barstool Boxes for their small ledges — some have standing areas, others have chairback seats.  Solid Elevated Views: Boxes in even-numbered sections sit near row 40 and offer some of the best overall views of the field.  Know Before You Buy: Beyond extra space, there are no additional amenities — just a slight comfort upgrade over standard seats in these sections.  Who Should Sit Here  The Portal Boxes at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are a good fit for a small group of up to four who want a bit of semi-private space and a comfort upgrade over standard sideline seating. They're ideal for fans who value elbow room and a strong sideline vantage point, especially those in the even-numbered boxes near row 40.  Portal Box Seating Details  Portal Boxes are found on both the east and west sidelines, located above the tunnels in odd- and even-numbered sections. In even-numbered sections, the boxes sit near row 40. On the seating chart, box rows are labeled BX to indicate they are portal box seats.  Views from the Portal Boxes  These Portal Boxes offer excellent sideline views of the field. Your exact perspective depends on the location of your box, with options ranging from near midfield to closer to the end zones along the sidelines.  What to Expect  Aside from more room for your group, Portal Boxes don't come with additional benefits or amenities — think of them as a slight comfort upgrade rather than a fully premium space. 

- For those not afraid of a little bit of elevation, sideline seating on the upper level provides very good views of the field. With roughly 40 rows of seats beginning with Row 50, row placement is the key. You'll want to be in Rows 50-60, as the views begin to deteriorate as you get much higher - and you'll also have a longer walk to the section tunnel. If you're not able to secure tickets in one of the lower rows, you'll still find some benefit to sitting in a higher row if you choose seats on the west side. In odd Sections 5-15 the roof will cover rows 79 and higher. This means that roughly the last 10 rows will be covered. But with additional seating and suites located above, the entire west side will be shaded well before east sections 31-41.