Urban Meyer’s Florida farewell went something like this: Gators 37, Nittany Lions 24. The Florida head coach who announced he is stepping down after a six year reign with the Gators finished his career a winner in Tampa’s Outback Bowl. Penn State was represented by the all-time leader in bowl wins in legendary coach, Joe Paterno. The Nittany Lions couldn’t squeeze out a victory in a horrifying New Year’s Day for the Big 10 conference. Ahmad Black’s interception return for a touchdown in the fourth quarter helped send the 46 year old Meyer home with one final coaching victory. Despite the loss, Paterno expects to return for his 46th season in Happy Valley.
Jordan Reed and Josh Brantley shared time under center for the Gators, who finished the season 8-5 two years after winning a national championship. Trey Burton also saw time at the quarterback position for Meyer yesterday. Penn State’s Matt McGloin threw for 211 yards and a touchdown as the Lions dropped their sixth game of the season. Sophomore McGloin also tossed five interceptions into the chomping Florida defense at a Gator-backing Raymond James Stadium. The Lions’ signal caller completed just 17 of 41 passes on Saturday. Brantley was picked off once, during Florida’s first play from scrimmage. The Lions took advantage of the miscue, pulling ahead to an early 7-0 lead five minutes into the contest. McGloin found Derek Moye for the five yard touchdown to cap a ten play drive. Florida intercepted McGloin on Penn State’s next possession and went on to tie the game early in the second quarter off another McGloin turnover. Omarius Hines’ 16 yard run knotted the game at 7-7.
Later in the second frame, Justin Brown dropped a third down pass near midfield and Penn State was forced to punt. Alex Butterworth’s punt was blocked by the Gators and recovered by Lerentee McCray. McCray rushed down the field 27 yards for the second Florida touchdown, and the Gators’ first lead of the bowl. PSU’s Michael Zordich plunged into the end zone from one yard out to tie the game again at 14-14. The Lions tacked on a Collin Wagner field goal to lead 17-14 at the half.
The seesaw game continued after the break. Florida’s Chas Henry booted a field goal six minutes into the third quarter to give the Gators a three point edge. McGloin’s two yard touchdown run put the Lions back in the driver’s seat with 4:39 remaining in the third. Henry then nailed another field goal, from 47 yards, to finish the third quarter scoring. Mike Gillislee took the ball in from a yard out following a Penn State interference penalty on third down. Gillislee’s touchdown extended the Gator lead to three and Henry added a field goal to push the margin to six midway through the final quarter. Penn State’s all-time leading rusher, Evan Royster, moved the ball 30 yards on two plays as the Lions marched into Florida territory hoping for a comeback. Black’s interception up the sideline ended any PSU hopes, however. The 80 yard return clinched the Outback Bowl for Florida and was Black’s second interception of the game. Will Muschamp will replace Meyer next season, but the (Urban) legendacy of Meyer’s tenure will not soon be forgotten.
Parting Points: I’m not sure which loss was more embarrassing-Michigan State or Michigan.
Charlie Weis has accepted the offensive coordinator position at Florida.
Song of the day- “All I Have to do is Dream” by the Everly Brothers
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Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Gator Gnashing
The Buckeyes basketball team employed a similar strategy as the OSU football squad, erupting in the second half to take down the Florida Gators 93-75 last night. The closely contested season opener in Gainesville went the Buckeyes’ way as freshman, Jared Sullinger and senior, David Lighty scored 26 points each in the victory. Sullinger was 13-of-17 with ten rebounds as the Buckeyes outlasted number nine Florida. The youngest player on the floor at O’Connell Center, eighteen year old Sullinger had 16 of his points in the second half. Kenny Boynton led the Gators, hitting five of eight from beyond the arc and finishing with 21 points. OSU defeated Florida for the second time since the 2007 NCAA tournament. The Gators were the victors in that game three years ago.
Ohio State’s stifling defense was effective early but the Buckeyes trailed 41-38 at the half. Florida outscored the visitors in the paint and hit more second-chance points than the Bucks in the first half. Billy Donovan’s team scored on six of seven possessions to open up with a 15-14 edge. The Gators dominated the boards and their offensive rebounding outmatched the Buckeyes. Erik Murphy contributed eight points and grabbed three offensive rebounds off the bench for the Gators. Florida stretched their lead to seven before Ohio State broke back with four points to close in at the half. Dallas Lauderdale, the towering 6’8” center, played 18 minutes for Thad Matta’s Buckeyes. Lauderdale’s absence was advantageous for the Gator offense. Florida took advantage inside.
The lead changed 11 times in the opening of the second half. Ohio State didn’t pull ahead until midway through the half when Jon Diebler’s trey put them up for good. A seasoned shooter, Diebler poured in 14 points, including four from downtown. The Gators seemed to lose their composure on offense during the second half as number four Ohio State outscored them 55-34. Erving Walker had 15 points for Donovan’s Gators, but it was the Buckeyes’ defense that stood in the end. Sullinger finished with his second straight double-double. William Buford grabbed three of the team’s six steals and Florida’s turnovers ignited the OSU defense. Florida shot the ball well but couldn’t contain the Bucks’ second half tempo. Ohio State shot 62% from the field and won the turnover ratio by ten. The Buckeyes performed uncontested layups, dunks and premier perimeter shots, culminating in impressive come-from-behind win.
Parting Points: The UConn women continue to roll, now streaking at 80 straight wins.
Managers of the year honors to Ron Gardenhire and Bud Black.
It’s Splitsville for Eva Longoria and Tony Parker.
Ohio State’s stifling defense was effective early but the Buckeyes trailed 41-38 at the half. Florida outscored the visitors in the paint and hit more second-chance points than the Bucks in the first half. Billy Donovan’s team scored on six of seven possessions to open up with a 15-14 edge. The Gators dominated the boards and their offensive rebounding outmatched the Buckeyes. Erik Murphy contributed eight points and grabbed three offensive rebounds off the bench for the Gators. Florida stretched their lead to seven before Ohio State broke back with four points to close in at the half. Dallas Lauderdale, the towering 6’8” center, played 18 minutes for Thad Matta’s Buckeyes. Lauderdale’s absence was advantageous for the Gator offense. Florida took advantage inside.
The lead changed 11 times in the opening of the second half. Ohio State didn’t pull ahead until midway through the half when Jon Diebler’s trey put them up for good. A seasoned shooter, Diebler poured in 14 points, including four from downtown. The Gators seemed to lose their composure on offense during the second half as number four Ohio State outscored them 55-34. Erving Walker had 15 points for Donovan’s Gators, but it was the Buckeyes’ defense that stood in the end. Sullinger finished with his second straight double-double. William Buford grabbed three of the team’s six steals and Florida’s turnovers ignited the OSU defense. Florida shot the ball well but couldn’t contain the Bucks’ second half tempo. Ohio State shot 62% from the field and won the turnover ratio by ten. The Buckeyes performed uncontested layups, dunks and premier perimeter shots, culminating in impressive come-from-behind win.
Parting Points: The UConn women continue to roll, now streaking at 80 straight wins.
Managers of the year honors to Ron Gardenhire and Bud Black.
It’s Splitsville for Eva Longoria and Tony Parker.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Swamp Sinks Seminoles
Legend's Last Lace-up
The SEC Championship game rematch between Florida and Alabama is set for next Saturday after the Gators’ 37-10 drubbing of in-state rivals, FSU. The Seminoles sunk in the swamp in Gator quarterback, Tim Tebow’s, home finale. Tebow accounted for five touchdown flings to complete Florida’s perfect 12-0 regular season. Florida State fell to 6-6, dropping their second contest in the last six in what could be longtime coach, Bobby Bowden’s last game. Both schools will represent the Sunshine State in NCAA bowls this winter. The Seminoles locked up a spot last week against Maryland for their 28th straight season. Urban Meyer’s Gators are poised to return to the championship game and extended the nation’s longest winning streak to 22 games at home on Saturday. Florida needs a win over the Crimson Tide for a trip to the big game.
There aren’t enough accolades to describe Florida’s senior signal caller. Tebow solidified his candidacy for another Heisman Trophy season in 2009. Yesterday, he passed for 221 yards and threw for three touchdowns. Tebow also scored a pair of touchdowns on 15 carries and 90 rushing yards. The Gators quarterback finished an efficient 17-of-21 against Bowden’s dreadful defense. The Seminoles trailed 30-0 before opting to kick a third quarter field goal. Dustin Hopkins completed FSU’s 11 play drive with a 20 yarder through the uprights as time expired in the third quarter. Hopkins missed a field goal from 41 yards earlier in the quarter. Tomahawk freshman quarterback, EJ Manuel, was picked off two times and pressured throughout the game in the 27 point loss. Meyer’s diligent defense harassed State’s offensive line and held the young passer to just 18% on third down tries. Manuel finished with 186 yards, and was additionally the team’s leading rusher in a very frustrating day for the visiting Seminoles. It was Manuel’s third start ever. He completed 19 of 31 passes, finally firing a touchdown in the final quarter. Jarmon Fortson’s acrobatic catch in the end zone provided FSU a nine yard score with six minutes remaining.
Tebow connected with Aaron Hernandez twice in Florida’s sixth straight win over FSU. Hernandez grabbed the first touchdown of the day, an 18 yard shovel pass offering from Tebow with less than seven minutes in the first quarter. The receiver hauled in another, for 37 yards, just before halftime. Caleb Sturgis booted a 37 yard field goal and Tebow surged for an 18 yard touchdown to begin the second quarter. The Gators continued to find the end zone following a 24-0 halftime advantage. Riley Cooper commenced the second half with a 39 yard Tebow toss. Cooper had three receptions for 62 yards in the game. Running back, Jeffrey Demps, raced for 106 rushing yards for the unbeaten Gators. Tebow’s one yard scramble in the opening minutes of the fourth quarter finished Florida’s scoring, giving them a more than comfortable 37-3 lead.
Top-ranked Florida was dazzling in Tebow’s farewell. The Gators racked up 545 total yards on Senior Day. Florida caught the Seminoles off guard and the Gator receivers eluded FSU defenders. It was never even a game for Bowden’s bunch. The Gators jogged untouched into the end zone, much to the delight of a sold out Swamp. The Seminoles were embarrassed in the first half. Florida outgained FSU 291-55 and dominated time of possession, holding the ball for over ten minutes. The Seminole starters were pulled in the third quarter after ending their first seven possessions with five punts and a turnover. The only thing being turned over now will be another page in Florida Gators history. Tebow is a legend in Gainesville and if Meyer wins another title, a dynasty will be a guaranteed chapter in the school’s book.
Parting Points: Toss-up artist for Sunday- Toni Braxton or Jimmy Eat World?
I don’t know what’s worse: The media hounding Tiger Woods about his accident or Brian Kelly going on about his future job possibilities to the press. Or, the fact that Lawrence Frank ‘s job is not one of their concerns at all.
The SEC Championship game rematch between Florida and Alabama is set for next Saturday after the Gators’ 37-10 drubbing of in-state rivals, FSU. The Seminoles sunk in the swamp in Gator quarterback, Tim Tebow’s, home finale. Tebow accounted for five touchdown flings to complete Florida’s perfect 12-0 regular season. Florida State fell to 6-6, dropping their second contest in the last six in what could be longtime coach, Bobby Bowden’s last game. Both schools will represent the Sunshine State in NCAA bowls this winter. The Seminoles locked up a spot last week against Maryland for their 28th straight season. Urban Meyer’s Gators are poised to return to the championship game and extended the nation’s longest winning streak to 22 games at home on Saturday. Florida needs a win over the Crimson Tide for a trip to the big game.
There aren’t enough accolades to describe Florida’s senior signal caller. Tebow solidified his candidacy for another Heisman Trophy season in 2009. Yesterday, he passed for 221 yards and threw for three touchdowns. Tebow also scored a pair of touchdowns on 15 carries and 90 rushing yards. The Gators quarterback finished an efficient 17-of-21 against Bowden’s dreadful defense. The Seminoles trailed 30-0 before opting to kick a third quarter field goal. Dustin Hopkins completed FSU’s 11 play drive with a 20 yarder through the uprights as time expired in the third quarter. Hopkins missed a field goal from 41 yards earlier in the quarter. Tomahawk freshman quarterback, EJ Manuel, was picked off two times and pressured throughout the game in the 27 point loss. Meyer’s diligent defense harassed State’s offensive line and held the young passer to just 18% on third down tries. Manuel finished with 186 yards, and was additionally the team’s leading rusher in a very frustrating day for the visiting Seminoles. It was Manuel’s third start ever. He completed 19 of 31 passes, finally firing a touchdown in the final quarter. Jarmon Fortson’s acrobatic catch in the end zone provided FSU a nine yard score with six minutes remaining.
Tebow connected with Aaron Hernandez twice in Florida’s sixth straight win over FSU. Hernandez grabbed the first touchdown of the day, an 18 yard shovel pass offering from Tebow with less than seven minutes in the first quarter. The receiver hauled in another, for 37 yards, just before halftime. Caleb Sturgis booted a 37 yard field goal and Tebow surged for an 18 yard touchdown to begin the second quarter. The Gators continued to find the end zone following a 24-0 halftime advantage. Riley Cooper commenced the second half with a 39 yard Tebow toss. Cooper had three receptions for 62 yards in the game. Running back, Jeffrey Demps, raced for 106 rushing yards for the unbeaten Gators. Tebow’s one yard scramble in the opening minutes of the fourth quarter finished Florida’s scoring, giving them a more than comfortable 37-3 lead.
Top-ranked Florida was dazzling in Tebow’s farewell. The Gators racked up 545 total yards on Senior Day. Florida caught the Seminoles off guard and the Gator receivers eluded FSU defenders. It was never even a game for Bowden’s bunch. The Gators jogged untouched into the end zone, much to the delight of a sold out Swamp. The Seminoles were embarrassed in the first half. Florida outgained FSU 291-55 and dominated time of possession, holding the ball for over ten minutes. The Seminole starters were pulled in the third quarter after ending their first seven possessions with five punts and a turnover. The only thing being turned over now will be another page in Florida Gators history. Tebow is a legend in Gainesville and if Meyer wins another title, a dynasty will be a guaranteed chapter in the school’s book.
Parting Points: Toss-up artist for Sunday- Toni Braxton or Jimmy Eat World?
I don’t know what’s worse: The media hounding Tiger Woods about his accident or Brian Kelly going on about his future job possibilities to the press. Or, the fact that Lawrence Frank ‘s job is not one of their concerns at all.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Urban Unanimity
The Florida Gators open the college football season as the indisputable number one team in the country. The Sunshine State’s overachievers are the most overwhelming preseason AP number one in the history of the media poll. The cordial collegian quarterback, Tim Tebow, may seem mild and innocuous on the outside, but is a harmful, dangerous BCS beast when he takes the field. The Gator offense defines dashing and the defense has the potential to be the top in the country. The game-breaking speed on offense and experienced defense places Florida in a class by themselves.
The defending national champions are counting on chomping their cheery colors all the way to California. The Rose Bowl is this year’s host for the national title game on January 7, 2010. Head coach, Urban Meyer and his talented team return over twenty skilled starters. The only disappointment from last season was a loss to SEC rival, Ole Miss, during the regular season. The one point loss was somewhat justified when the Rebels won the Cotton Bowl. The Gators won their second BCS title in three seasons a year ago and look to repeat when they begin their quest against Charleston Southern on September 5th. The diminutive school shouldn’t be a problem for the team five preseason publications picked number one. Florida is not expected to coast through their schedule, however. The toughest opponent and key game of the year could be the September 19th meeting with the Volunteers of Tennessee. It was last year when new Tennessee coach, Lane Kiffen, mistakenly and verbally accused Meyer of cheating while recruiting a high school receiver. The rebuilding Vols will either rise to the occasion in the Swamp of have the score run up against them when they meet next month. The LSU Tigers represent another big challenge. LSU’s defense is much improved from the team that allowed an average of 24 points last year. The run-happy Tigers are the second best in the SEC and will lean on Charles Scott to take the pressure off inconsistent quarterback, Jordan Jefferson.
The experience and depth on defense begin at linebacker, where All-American standout, Brandon Spikes, returns. Other defenders include Janoris Jenkins and Joe Haden at cornerback, and defensive tackle, Carlos Dunlap. Jenkins was one of the players arrested and charged with battery this offseason, but Haden is an All-SEC corner. The Gator defense is capable of snatching the football away at any time, so it is substantial they control the turnover battle. Unfazed and aggressive, the 4-3 defense is predicted to pressure the quarterback while staying disciplined against the run. Tackles Omar Hunter and Justin Trattou are a nuisance as a backup pair to a line that includes Jermaine Cunningham, Lawrence Marsh, Dunlap and Terron Sanders.
The Gators rallied to beat Nick Saban and Alabama in a nail-biting SEC final in Atlanta. Tebow, the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner, trots out for his senior year as the Gator’s leading man. The multidimensional signal-caller will have to play without his favorite target, receiver Percy Harvin. The departure should not be an issue for the dual threat quarterback, who rushed for 43 touchdowns by himself in his college career. Sophomore speedster, Jeff Demps, will make up for Harvin and fill in when Tebow can’t scramble to the goal line on his own. Demps will run the football and catch passes from the slot position. The Gators also have two standout runners in Chris Rainey and freshman Andre Detose. Rainey and Demps were two catalysts important to producing points for Florida in 2008. No wide receiver on the current Florida team has caught more than 18 passes in a season. Frankie Hammond, Jr. is officially initiated into the offense after having an excellent spring. The redshirt freshman is poised to be a primary backup at the wideout position. Carl Moore, the senior backup, is out with a back injury. If anyone is to expose the Gators, it might be at the weakened receiver position. But Florida has the schemes and security to pull off alternative plays.
The highest paid coach in the SEC and third highest in the game, Meyer, hired a new offensive coordinator. Steve Addazio assumes the role and will help implement the treacherous i-formation strategy to keep opposing defenses off balance. As talented as Tebow is with his adept arm, the strength of the offense is at the line. Carl Johnson, a redshirt junior, is expected to shine at left guard. Matt Patchan, a former defensive tackle, is slated for a starting left tackle spot, while sophomore Sam Robey could win the center job. When a defensive line gets handled by Florida, they can find space. It enables linebackers to compensate and blitz more often. The adaptable offense then finds their speedy players and gets the ball to them. Tebow can beat you with his legs, but if he is forced into throwing, can also dominate. The hardest part about beating Urban’s unanimous number one team is mentally breaking their confidence. If the highly touted Tebow does not wilt under pressure and keeps a cool head, Florida is virtually unbreakable.
Parting points: Leave it to the Mets to be the second team in baseball history to end the game on an unassisted triple play…
The defending national champions are counting on chomping their cheery colors all the way to California. The Rose Bowl is this year’s host for the national title game on January 7, 2010. Head coach, Urban Meyer and his talented team return over twenty skilled starters. The only disappointment from last season was a loss to SEC rival, Ole Miss, during the regular season. The one point loss was somewhat justified when the Rebels won the Cotton Bowl. The Gators won their second BCS title in three seasons a year ago and look to repeat when they begin their quest against Charleston Southern on September 5th. The diminutive school shouldn’t be a problem for the team five preseason publications picked number one. Florida is not expected to coast through their schedule, however. The toughest opponent and key game of the year could be the September 19th meeting with the Volunteers of Tennessee. It was last year when new Tennessee coach, Lane Kiffen, mistakenly and verbally accused Meyer of cheating while recruiting a high school receiver. The rebuilding Vols will either rise to the occasion in the Swamp of have the score run up against them when they meet next month. The LSU Tigers represent another big challenge. LSU’s defense is much improved from the team that allowed an average of 24 points last year. The run-happy Tigers are the second best in the SEC and will lean on Charles Scott to take the pressure off inconsistent quarterback, Jordan Jefferson.
The experience and depth on defense begin at linebacker, where All-American standout, Brandon Spikes, returns. Other defenders include Janoris Jenkins and Joe Haden at cornerback, and defensive tackle, Carlos Dunlap. Jenkins was one of the players arrested and charged with battery this offseason, but Haden is an All-SEC corner. The Gator defense is capable of snatching the football away at any time, so it is substantial they control the turnover battle. Unfazed and aggressive, the 4-3 defense is predicted to pressure the quarterback while staying disciplined against the run. Tackles Omar Hunter and Justin Trattou are a nuisance as a backup pair to a line that includes Jermaine Cunningham, Lawrence Marsh, Dunlap and Terron Sanders.
The Gators rallied to beat Nick Saban and Alabama in a nail-biting SEC final in Atlanta. Tebow, the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner, trots out for his senior year as the Gator’s leading man. The multidimensional signal-caller will have to play without his favorite target, receiver Percy Harvin. The departure should not be an issue for the dual threat quarterback, who rushed for 43 touchdowns by himself in his college career. Sophomore speedster, Jeff Demps, will make up for Harvin and fill in when Tebow can’t scramble to the goal line on his own. Demps will run the football and catch passes from the slot position. The Gators also have two standout runners in Chris Rainey and freshman Andre Detose. Rainey and Demps were two catalysts important to producing points for Florida in 2008. No wide receiver on the current Florida team has caught more than 18 passes in a season. Frankie Hammond, Jr. is officially initiated into the offense after having an excellent spring. The redshirt freshman is poised to be a primary backup at the wideout position. Carl Moore, the senior backup, is out with a back injury. If anyone is to expose the Gators, it might be at the weakened receiver position. But Florida has the schemes and security to pull off alternative plays.
The highest paid coach in the SEC and third highest in the game, Meyer, hired a new offensive coordinator. Steve Addazio assumes the role and will help implement the treacherous i-formation strategy to keep opposing defenses off balance. As talented as Tebow is with his adept arm, the strength of the offense is at the line. Carl Johnson, a redshirt junior, is expected to shine at left guard. Matt Patchan, a former defensive tackle, is slated for a starting left tackle spot, while sophomore Sam Robey could win the center job. When a defensive line gets handled by Florida, they can find space. It enables linebackers to compensate and blitz more often. The adaptable offense then finds their speedy players and gets the ball to them. Tebow can beat you with his legs, but if he is forced into throwing, can also dominate. The hardest part about beating Urban’s unanimous number one team is mentally breaking their confidence. If the highly touted Tebow does not wilt under pressure and keeps a cool head, Florida is virtually unbreakable.
Parting points: Leave it to the Mets to be the second team in baseball history to end the game on an unassisted triple play…
Monday, November 10, 2008
Groovin’ Gainesville Gators
Anybody for some Gatorade? I believe in the underrated Urban Meyer Florida Gators college football team. Florida is stacked with all-pro players, including last year’s Heisman Trophy winning quarterback, Tim Tebow. The Gators continue to chomp through their schedule after one slip against Ole Miss. The well-balanced reptile attack faces three profound games against well-renowned coaches as they close their season. Meyer is young but probably the best of the bunch and maybe the most underrated in the entire sports (much like his team). UF is on a mission to win the SEC title game and the BCS Championship again. The daunting task of defeating Steve Spurrier, Bobby Bowden and Nick Saban lurks for Meyer’s prepared and focused team.
Saturday Florida will play South Carolina in Gainesville. Spurrier returns to the state he used to coach in with his 7-3 Gamecocks. The Gators play the Citadel following this week and then go head to head with ACC darling Florida State. Coached by Bowden, the Seminoles present an interstate challenge. December 6th is the biggest showdown if the Gators can win out in all three previous contests. Mark your calendars for the SEC Championship game against Saban’s Crimson Tide. With Alabama’s overtime victory over LSU last weekend, the two teams ensured a meeting at the Georgia Dome.
Florida is averaging about 54 points in their last four games. The 42-14 crushing of Vanderbilt validated Tebow’s Heisman campaign this year. He is a complete player and has perfect poise and pocket presence. Tebow completed 5 passes for 66 yards in quarter one against the Commodores. He also displayed his dual threat with 57 rushing yards in the first quarter. I like Tebow from everything I’ve read about him and his character off the field. He is the first to acknowledge his teammates and credit the opposition.
The Gator defense is another underrated element of this team. That same defense demolished Ohio State in last season’s national championship game. They do not allow offenses to score frequently but I guess it helps when you have such a prolific offense and take-charge quarterback. Kicker, Jonathan Phillips, and his impressive leg add yet another piece to UF’s well-rounded team puzzle. He is 9 for 9 on field goals and 44 of 45 on extra points this season. On special teams, the Gators are very special indeed. As a unit, they’ve blocked 5 punts and can create turnover effectively.
The team has maturity and audacity when entering hostile territory on the road. Florida continuingly, consistently and convincingly wins games and has proven they are better than their #4 ranking indicates. I find it difficult to dislike a team that is so fun to watch. It’s hard to find a Florida flaw. The Gators glisten with goodwill and glorify the game with gifted collegiates. They have a definitive mix of strength and speed. USC transfer, running back Emmanuel Moody, is back on the field for what already is a resonant running attack. Jeff Demps and Chris Rainey filled in nicely for the injured Moody. Rainey and Demps provide speed and Moody’s spin moves bring a hard-to-stop swamp thing. Moody’s size alone is an asset Florida will use against the SEC opponents readying for a upset win. Moody rushed for 71 yards when the Gators chomped the Georgia Bulldogs.
I just get a good feeling the Gators will be back in the BCS title game. I only wish I could say the same for the team they crushed last year.
Parting points: I wrote about the A’s need for a big bat this off-season. It looks like they will be getting it from Colorado in the form of Matt Holliday.
Song of the night: “Reason to Believe” by Rod Stewart
Saturday Florida will play South Carolina in Gainesville. Spurrier returns to the state he used to coach in with his 7-3 Gamecocks. The Gators play the Citadel following this week and then go head to head with ACC darling Florida State. Coached by Bowden, the Seminoles present an interstate challenge. December 6th is the biggest showdown if the Gators can win out in all three previous contests. Mark your calendars for the SEC Championship game against Saban’s Crimson Tide. With Alabama’s overtime victory over LSU last weekend, the two teams ensured a meeting at the Georgia Dome.
Florida is averaging about 54 points in their last four games. The 42-14 crushing of Vanderbilt validated Tebow’s Heisman campaign this year. He is a complete player and has perfect poise and pocket presence. Tebow completed 5 passes for 66 yards in quarter one against the Commodores. He also displayed his dual threat with 57 rushing yards in the first quarter. I like Tebow from everything I’ve read about him and his character off the field. He is the first to acknowledge his teammates and credit the opposition.
The Gator defense is another underrated element of this team. That same defense demolished Ohio State in last season’s national championship game. They do not allow offenses to score frequently but I guess it helps when you have such a prolific offense and take-charge quarterback. Kicker, Jonathan Phillips, and his impressive leg add yet another piece to UF’s well-rounded team puzzle. He is 9 for 9 on field goals and 44 of 45 on extra points this season. On special teams, the Gators are very special indeed. As a unit, they’ve blocked 5 punts and can create turnover effectively.
The team has maturity and audacity when entering hostile territory on the road. Florida continuingly, consistently and convincingly wins games and has proven they are better than their #4 ranking indicates. I find it difficult to dislike a team that is so fun to watch. It’s hard to find a Florida flaw. The Gators glisten with goodwill and glorify the game with gifted collegiates. They have a definitive mix of strength and speed. USC transfer, running back Emmanuel Moody, is back on the field for what already is a resonant running attack. Jeff Demps and Chris Rainey filled in nicely for the injured Moody. Rainey and Demps provide speed and Moody’s spin moves bring a hard-to-stop swamp thing. Moody’s size alone is an asset Florida will use against the SEC opponents readying for a upset win. Moody rushed for 71 yards when the Gators chomped the Georgia Bulldogs.
I just get a good feeling the Gators will be back in the BCS title game. I only wish I could say the same for the team they crushed last year.
Parting points: I wrote about the A’s need for a big bat this off-season. It looks like they will be getting it from Colorado in the form of Matt Holliday.
Song of the night: “Reason to Believe” by Rod Stewart
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