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Gators’ To Play Both, Driskel and Harris

Well Gator fans, its time to let Treon Harris out his cage! One week after being accused of sexual battery, true freshman quarterback Treon Harris will get to share snaps with teammate Jeff Driskel, as the Gators plan to use both quarterbacks against this weeks homecoming game against the Missouri Tigers.

“They both will play this week and we’ll see how things go,” Muschamp said. “Right now Jeff will probably start, but they’re both going to play.”

Driskel has struggled bad so far this season, turning the ball over eight times in the last 11 quarters. After throwing an interception during the Tennessee game, Harris replaced Driskel and led the Gators to a 10-9 win in Knoxville.

Just hours later when the Gators returned to Gainesville, the team went out downtown and Harris was accused of sexual battery and was suspended by the University. The girl who filed the complaint dropped the charges last Friday but Harris did not participate in the heartbreaking 30-27 loss against LSU.

Driskel said to the media that he was told about the decision late Monday.

“Treon and I are both going to work hard this week,” he said. “We’re both going to work for each other, and we’re both going to hope that other person does well when they’re in.

“Obviously that’s something that we think that can help the team, so if it’s going to help the team, I’m all for it.”

In 5 games, Florida totaled for 1,043 passing yards and just eight touchdowns, which ranks almost the worst in SEC play. Driskel’s low numbers, 175 passing yards per game and 55 percent completed passes, makes him one of the lowest rated starters in the league.

“I want to play better,” he said. “Whatever comes after that, whatever happens, happens. That’s not my call to make. I want to play better and give our team the best chance to win.”

 

Treon Harris Police Report Released By University of Florida

Florida released the official police report for the sexual battery incident involving freshman quarterback Treon Harris.

But with the report being 18 pages worth, there was nothing listed. Not a description of what happened, no continued investigation, nothing. All you can see that’s readable is the time, location and the incident type. As well as the officers name at the bottom. But no additional information within the 18 pages on the incident. Really?

According to the police report, the police were called to the Springs Residential Complex on campus around 12:45am Sunday morning. Around the time all of the players go out downtown Gainesville and party after a win, even after away games.

Harris was accused of sexual battery Sunday morning after the teams victory over Tennessee. Harris was put in late in the game for Jeff Drisekl and lead the Gators to a 10-9 victory. Harris was also suppose to take over this Saturday against LSU at home.

Now the odd thing about this police report is that most of the time only certain information is redacted from the reports. But literally the whole 18 pages were removed so that sounds pretty fishy to me.

Muschamp spoke to the public about the Harris situation;

“The statement that the university released Monday I think was pretty self-explanatory,” Muschamp said. “It’s a very serious charge and there’s been no change in his status. So that’s kind of where we are. I don’t have anything additional to add.”

The University of Florida announced earlier this week that Harris will be suspended from all team activities until further investigations have been made.

Muschamp and the athletic department decided to cancel the media availability on Monday.

“With the situation Monday and the seriousness of it, I felt like it was a little insensitive to have a football press conference,” Muschamp added. “I think it is today, too. But we’ve got to move forward.”

According to sources, Treon Harris is allowed to take online courses but is not allowed to be on campus.

UFPD incident report for Treon Harris

LSU’s Becham and Landry to enter draft

Sources have confirmed that LSU junior wide receivers Odell Becham and Jarvis Landry will be exiting their collegiate careers early to enter the NFL draft.

The two will join teammates Anthony Johnson and Ego Ferguson who also announced their decisions to go pro.

Becham was listed as the No. 6 non-senior receiver among possible draft prospects back in November by ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. He also ranked Ferguson and Johnson fourth and fifth among non-senior DT’s.

This past season was one of LSU’s greatest offensive years yet. With Landry, Becham, Jeremy Hill and Zach Metternberger, those were some serious weapons on offense. All of them helped LSU become the first SEC team to have a 3,000-yard passer, a 1,000-yard rusher and two 1,000-yard receivers. Now that is quite impressive Id say.

Becham is ranked second nationally in all-purpose yards with 178.1 per game. Becham also won the Paul Hornung Award as the nation’s most versatile player and was a third-team All-American as an all-purpose player. Landry caught 77 passes for 1,193 yards and 10 TDs while becham recorded 59 catches for 1,152 yards and 8 TDs. Both were All-SEC juniors and became the sixth and seventh LSU players to record 1,000 or more receiving yards in one season.

We wish all of these young men a bright future in the NFL.

BCS Rankings: Two SEC teams in top 10

Connor Shaw and the Gamecocks shook up Missouri’s run and top five BCS hopes after a 27-24 victory last weekend. Missouri earned their first loss of the season and dropped to No. 9 in the BCS rankings. If Alabama fails to remain undefeated for the rest of the season, you can kiss the SEC’s championship hopes goodbye.

Alabama still holds the No. 1 spot while Oregon moves back to No. 2 after passing Florida State. Even though Alabama and FSU look like the top two teams in college football right now.

Four other SEC teams are listed in the top 15 as seen below.

Second BCS Rankings:

1. Alabama
2. Oregon
3. Florida State
4. Ohio State
5. Stanford
6. Baylor
7. Miami
8. Clemson
9. Missouri
10. Oklahoma
11. Auburn
12. Texas A&M
13. LSU
14. South Carolina
15. Texas Tech
16. Fresno State
17. Northern Illinois
18. Oklahoma State
19. Louisville
20. UCLA
21. Michigan
22. Michigan State
23. UCF
24. Wisconsin
25. Notre Dame

Georgia’s win over LSU impresses recruits

Georgia’s impressive win over No. 6 LSU on Saturday couldn’t get any better, especially with the top recruits in attendance.

One of Georgia’s top 2014 recruits were present in the stands, offensive tackle David Sharpe (Jacksonville, Fla./Providence School). Sharpe, a ESPN 300 15th-ranked prospect overall, went home very impressed after the 44-41 win over the Tigers.

“The Georgia visit was great,” Sharpe said via text. “It was a great game, great atmosphere and a great win.”

At the beginning of the season, the Florida Gators were in favor to land Sharpe but Georgia got in the way.

ESPN Junior 300 Chuma Edoga (Powder Springs, Ga./McEachern High) was suppose to be in attendance but said via twitter that his mom made him stay home to finish school work. Edoga tweeted; “This is gonna be game of the year #LSUvsUGA.”

Five-star defensive tackle and Georgia commitment Lamont Gaillard (Fayette ville, N.C./Pine Forest High) described his experience on Sunday.

“CRAZZZYYY!!! I couldn’t even hear myself talk,” The No. 12-ranked prospect in the ESPN 300 said. “Georgia did what they had to do to get the win, and I’m glad I was there in person to see that.”

Georgia offensive line commit and No. 110 overall in the ESPN 300 Isaiah Wynn left a response on his Twitter that shows no doubt he is all Georgia. “Next officials after this weekend: UGA, Georgia, and University of Georgia. Lol”

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ESPN Junior 300 running back Eric Swinney (Tyrone, Ga./Sandy Creek) showed up at the game and was quite impressed.

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ESPN Junior 300 wide receiver Tavin Richardson (Duncan, S.C./Byrnes High) took a trip to the game and was super stoked.

“It was a once in a lifetime feeling!” Richardson said via text Saturday night. “Because it was a big conference game for the two SEC teams, everybody was into the game…and it was a real college experience game.”

[Quotes by ESPN’s Gerry Hamilton.]

SEC Week 5 predictions

Well football fans, its Friday and just a matter of hours away until we kick off with week 5. But at least this week will be a little more exciting than week 4. LSU-Georgia and Alabama-Ole Miss should give the weekend some hype, but the Texas A&M-Arkansas’ rivalry should have everybody on their toes.

#12 South Carolina at UCF

– Steve Spurrier and the Gamecocks better bring their A game tomorrow or UCF will take care of business. The Knights won’t lose without a fight. They are a much talented team than last year when Missouri beat them. I still have the Gamecocks though. South Carolina 28, UCF 17.

#6 LSU at #9 Georgia

– This is definitely one of the biggest games of the year and its going to be exciting to watch. My only concern with Georgia is can their defense show up and play good enough to stop LSU’s talented offense? I think LSU tames the Dogs today but not by much. LSU 28, Georgia 21.

South Alabama at Tennessee

– South Alabama beat WKU this year, who Tennessee killed. The Vols can’t expect to get a win handed to them but they shouldn’t have any problem. Tennessee 35, South Alabama 17.

#21 Ole Miss at #1 Alabama

– Everybody has Alabama on their upset alert, but Alabama is still the king of college football this year. They have some fixes in some areas but Saban and the Crimson Tide are too strong for this Ole Miss ball club. It will be a good first half game but look for Alabama to pull away in the second half. Alabama 42, Ole Miss 21.

#20 Florida  at Kentucky

– Its going to be interesting to see how Tyler Murphy plays tomorrow in his first start. With the loss of Driskel and Easley things are going to be shaken up a bit, but the Gators still have a strong reliable defense and they should pull this one out. The score is going to be close and Kentucky will put up a fight. Florida 28, Kentucky 14.

Arkansas State at Missouri

– Missouri has be real surprised the way they have been playing so far this year. I like them for tomorrows game. Missouri 38, Arkansas State 17.

UAB at Vanderbilt

– Vanderbilt has struggled every game so far but UAB still can’t size up to Vandy. Vanderbilt can use this game to fix their on going issues.

#10 Texas A&M at Arkansas

– I’m feeling quite confident in Johnny Manziel and the Aggies this week. They put a good beaten on SMU last week and I think they will handle their business by at least 2 touchdowns. Texas A&M 38, Arkansas 20.

 

Two SEC teams rank in top loudest stadiums

Ncaa.com previously ranked the top five loudest stadiums in the country, and two of the five ranked are SEC teams.

The top five loudest stadiums for 2013:

5. Virginia Tech (Lane Stadium)
4. Wisconsin (Camp Randall Stadium)
3. Texas A&M (Kyle Field)
2. Oregon (Autzen Stadium)
1. LSU (Tiger Stadium)

[Kyle Field]

“It’s one of the coolest and loudest events in college football. A pregame yell practice. Yep, you heard right. Fans gather at Kyle Field the night before a game and practice their gameday yells and chants. These 83,000 fans take their role very seriously. Don’t mess with Texas, A&M that is.”

[Tiger Stadium]

“Some call it Death Valley. We call it Deaf Valley. LSU, the most frightening place for a team to play, especially if you are unfortunate enough to be scheduled for a night game.”

LSU’s Johnson, Turner will play Saturday

LSU starters Trai Turner and Anthony Johnson left during Saturday’s game after being injured, but both players have been cleared and will play in the upcoming game against No. 9 Georgia in the SEC’s game of the week.

Turner sustained an ankle injured after it was stepped on in the first half against Auburn, but the trainers said it was only a contusion. The strong offensive guard played a big part of LSU’s 223 yards in the first two quarters.

Johnson suffered from a leg injury that would of been a huge loss to the LSU defense, but head coach Les Miles said it was “basically a bruise.” Johnson, a 294 defensive tackle, is projected to start against Georgia. So far this season he has recorded 13 tackles, including 2.5 for a loss.

LSU To Host Auburn Tigers

The LSU Tigers host the Auburn Tigers in Death Valley, along with three five-star recruits who will be in attendance.

LSU is favored to win by 17 points, so the recruits are in to see an impressive performance by LSU. Leonard Fournette out of New Orleans’ St. Augustine High School, is said to be the best running back in the country and the best back since Adrian Peterson. Fournette has his choices narrowed down to two, Alabama and LSU. Everyone expects him to choose LSU over the Crimson Tide.

Laurence Jones, of Monroe (La.) Neville High School is an outstanding five-star safety who is deciding between Alabama and LSU as well.

Five-star wide receiver Malachi Dupre, of New Orleans’ John Curtis School has offers from just about any school but is leaning towards LSU. Word on the street is that Dupre is the best receiver in the country. Dupre’s teammate Kenny Young, who is a four-star linebacker will also be in attendance.