Tag Archives: missouri

Two Gators Stay After Game For Alma Mater

B0UO3srIEAQOpSH.jpg_large

This is the scene last night in the Swamp after the Gators were humiliated by Missouri, 42-13 on homecoming night. Punter Kyle Christy and OL Trip Thurman were the only two Gators left singing the schools Alma Mater, along with the rest of the fans who stayed.

Win or lose it doesn’t matter. You should always want to participate in your schools Alma Mater, especially your homecoming game that I’m sure has tons of alumni in attendance.

Being a big Gator fan myself, I am very disappointed in these young men who chose not to represent their university. That shows lack of discipline and makes the school look bad because they can’t take a loss. I’m sorry, but if Muschamp can’t even get his guys to stand out there for something so simple, he can pack his sh** up tonight and leave Gainesville.

 

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.”

 

UGA’s Gurley Returns To Practice

Georgia running back Todd Gurley made his return to practice on Monday but hasn’t been released to play as of yet.

Gurley remains suspended after being investigated for possible violations of NCAA rules. Gurley was suspended last Saturday during the 34-0 blowout win against Missouri but hes now back in action and I’m sure his teammates are glad too.

“It looked good to see him out there,” Georgia linebacker Ramik Wilson said. “He was running hard, practicing hard and still supporting his teammates. We’re ready for him to be cleared and get back out there.”

Its still unknown whether Gurley will be available to play this Saturday against Arkansas. The UGA Twitter team tweeted the following statement; “We don’t have a Gurley update at this time, nor a timetable. Bear with us.”

Stay up to date here at SEC Beat for the latest news on Todd Gurley.

Gators’ fall to LSU with late game turnover

Well, ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit was right on point with his picks once again. During the college gameday show they were talking about the LSU vs Florida game, and Herbstreit said it was going to come down to a late game turnover. And that’s exactly what happened.

The game wasn’t as sloppy as I projected, especially how the Gators have been performing lately. Florida came out the gates strong, going on top 7-0 after a 62 yard punt return by Andre Debose, but too many missed opportunities came back to haunt Florida in the end.

With the final minutes ticking down in the 4th, Florida had a chance to get back on top. But Driskel’s third down pass to Tevin Westbrook in the end zone that was WIDE OPEN, left the Gators to kick a 18 yard field goal to tie the game up, 27-27. We all fault Westbrook for dropping such an open pass, but being wide open like that can be troubling sometimes.

The Gators had one more opportunity after the defense came up big, forcing LSU to punt with just about a minute to go. But sad to say, Jeff Driskel’s pass to Latroy Pittman was intercepted, which lead to the Tigers game winning 50 yard field goal with only 3 seconds left.

“Had our opportunities — countless,” Muschamp said.

It was a tough game to watch. Especially 8 rows up from the field. I know Florida has some serious struggles and areas to improve, but the way we played throughout this entire game I honestly thought they were capable of turning things around from here on out. The Gators shot themselves in the foot and had plenty of chances to win this ball game. But this is where the young team has to get together, watch film and just move on to the next one.

Hopefully by the Missouri game true freshman quarterback Treon Harris will be set and ready to play. Driskel is a good kid and all but by god we’re trying to win football games. Driskel, who was the top quarterback recruit coming out of high school, hasn’t proved that. Lets just take the rest of the season and experiment a little bit. Yes, we want to win ball games but we also need to play around with the roster and work on some kinks.

Looking at stats from the game, Driskel completed 14 of 25 throws for 183 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. Driskel also carried the ball 21 times for 71 yards. Demarcus Robinson caught the ball 5 times for 104 yards and one touchdown while Brandon Powell added 66 yards on 6 receptions.

On the other side of the ball, LSU ran the ball down Florida’s throat the entire game. Leonard Fournette was all over the field and couldn’t be stopped. Fournette carried the ball 27 times for 140 yards and two touchdowns. Anthony Jennings completed 10 of 21 passes for 110 yards for the Tigers.

The Gators host the (4-2,2-1) Missouri Tigers next Saturday on homecoming. Kick off is set at 7pm est.

(Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images)

Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images)

Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images)

Visit Page

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

James Franklin to miss at least 6 weeks

Missouri quarterback James Franklin will miss up to six weeks with a Grade 2 shoulder separation, according to CBSSports.com’s Bruce Feldman.

Franklin injured his shoulder during a four-yard run during the start of the fourth quarter. Backup quarterback Maty Mauk took over with the Tigers leading 28-20. A trick pass from Bud Sasser to L’Damian Washington turned into a 40-yard touchdown that gave Missouri a comfortable 34-20 lead.

Franklin was having a pretty good day before getting injured. He completed 18 of 27 completions for 170 yards and one touchdown.

Missouri improved to 6-0 overall and 2-0 in SEC play, but their schedule remains tougher. Missouri has back-to-back home games against Florida next Saturday and South Carolina on Oct. 26.

The Tigers face Tennessee on Nov. 2, following a road trip to Kentucky on Nov. 9. They will also travel to Ole Miss on Nov. 23 after their bye week and will host Johnny Manziel and the Aggies on Nov. 30. If Franklin’s shoulder shows positive progression, he could possibly be back for the Ole Miss game.

Missouri leads No. 7 Georgia at halftime

With two quarters already in the books, Missouri leads the struggling Bulldogs at half 28-10.

Iv read lots of comments and discussions throughout the game and everyone seems to blame the injuries for the reason why Georgia is down 18. Yes, injuries are a factor in today’s game but the Bulldogs are still killing themselves with turnovers. Aaron Murray had a pretty solid first half, completing 15 of 22 passes for 188 yards and one touchdown. Georgia isn’t having trouble finding open receivers and marching down the field but two lost fumbles are costly. Especially one scooped up and returned for a touchdown by Michael Sam.

Don’t count Missouri out. This young Missouri team has a bunch of talent. You can’t expect them to travel to Georgia’s turf without putting up a fight. James Franklin completed 12 of 18 completions for 135 yards and one touchdown. Running back Marcus Murphy is also showing out for Mizzo, rushing the ball 3 times for 51 yards and a touchdown.

If Georgia wants to save their rear end from picking up their first SEC loss, they need to tighten up. And fast. There is still a lot of ball left to play but in order for Georgia to compete this second half their defense needs to really pick it up. I think Georgia will make a little run and close up the gap but I don’t have any confidence in their defense. I have Missouri winning by 14.

Missouri at Georgia in Big SEC Game

If you didn’t have the Missouri Tigers at Georgia Bulldogs as the big SEC Game of Week 7, then don’t feel too badly. CBS didn’t either,. That is why they are showing the Florida Gators at the LSU Tigers tomorrow. When the schedule came out, the South Carolina Gamecocks at the Arkansas Razorbacks probably seemed like a bigger contest than Missouri-Georgia. Then there was also the Texas A&M Aggies at the Ole Miss Rebels game that really looked like a big one a couple of weeks ago.

With all the tough games the Bulldogs have already played this season, they likely were looking forward to the game with the Tigers as a breather. So much for that. Mizzou comes into the game ranked #25 and with a 5-0 record. This makes the third ranked team of Tigers the Dawgs have faced already this season. They lost to the Clemson Tigers in the season opener 38-35 and beat the LSU Tigers two weeks ago 44-41. This Tigers-Dawgs game has the potential to be another good one.

Georgia comes into the game wounded. Their fantastic tailback duo of Todd Gurley and Keith Marshall has been reduced to a gimpy Gurley, who may not even play.  Mizzou’s schedule has been rather light so far, but perhaps not quite as light as previously thought. One of the teams they beat, the Indiana Hoosiers, walloped the Penn State Nittany Lions last week 44-24. They also put quite a beating on the Vanderbilt Commodores a week ago in Nashville.

Georgia barely escaped the Tennessee Volunteers in overtime a week ago. Missouri is surely as good as Tennessee. Georgia is an eight point faborite in this game. Do not be surprised if the Tigers not only beat the spread but also win the game.

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.