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Two Gators Stay After Game For Alma Mater

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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.

 

Florida Fans Desperate To Have Dan Mullen Back

Who remembers when the Florida fans created the web page, fireronzook.com, when they were eager for a new coach? Well it looks like their back again but with a different page called “HireDanMullen.com.”

That site and as well as another, “WeWantDan.com” recently appeared on the web as the Florida Gators struggle to a 3-2 record (2-2 in SEC). The two web pages that seem to be created alike, are not owned by the same person.

Now, there is a lot of talk around the nation that the Gators need to fire Will Muschamp. Do I agree? Yes, I do. Will the Gators have the nerve to fire Muschamp after this season? Absolutely. The way things are looking right now, Muschamp will be unemployed after this brutal season. Its been 3 1/2 years and Muschamp hasn’t had any success what so ever. But most of the Gator fans think Dan Mullen is the right guy to replace Muschamp. What do you think? I mean, its hard to say because of the success that Dan Mullen is having at Mississippi State. Hell, their ranked No. 1, hes getting good pay, his family loves Starkville, what more could he want? Hes one helluva recruiter, just look back at his Florida days when he helped bring in Tim Tebow and Cam Newton. Even if Mississippi State quarterback Dak Prescott leaves after his junior year, I promise you that Mullen will bring in another big, strong, athletic quarterback who will be a Heisman contender.

Now if I were UF’s AD, Jeremy Foley, I would take a shot at bringing Mullen back to Gainesville. Mullen has paid his dues. He has proven that he can build a program and win big games, he lead the Gators to a pair of championships in 2006 and 2008, and has beat three top 10 teams in a row. Foley knows him. The Gator fans know him. Everyone clearly knows Muschamp is the Achilles heel in the Florida program and it needs fixed asap. But hey, what do we know right? We’re just avid fans who love to talk college football.

But hey, you never know what could happen. It might be a little too early for such talk but maybe the Gators will get a late Christmas present after the season.

Who do you think should be the next head coach for the Florida Gators? Let us know.

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.”

 

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)

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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 Makes Florida’s Offense Look Offensive

Six points. Six lousy points. That is all the Florida Gators could muster in four quarters of football against an LSU Tigers team that gave up 44 to the Georgia Bulldogs two weeks ago looked like the second coming of the Steel Curtain. Florida’s offensive line was just that. Offensive. The defense played well enough, holding a prolific LSU offense to 17 points. But with no time to throw, Gator quarterback Tyler Murphy was unable to put the Gators in the end zone.

This is really embarrassing for a school known for the high powered offenses of Steve Spurrier and Urban Meyer. There is no Fun-n-Gun in Gainesville anymore. There are big plays out there to be made if this team would give Murphy as little time. Trey Burton was running free in the secondary on one play, but Murphy had a Tiger defender grabbing his leg and had to flip a left-handed wobbler to a running back.

Florida fans have no complaints about the defense under Coach Will Muschamp. They are very good. But at some point this team needs to concentrate on getting the ball across the goal line. They have been terrible in the Red Zone now for four or five years. Thee has been two areas where this team has been bad in those years. Those are the offensive line and wide receivers. When you are bad at those positions, it makes it difficult to score on a good SEC defense.

Florida has to get better at those two spots. But when you have the reputation of being a 17-14 type team, understandably the best receivers and pass blockers are not too thrilled about playing at your school. So they need to get better with the guys they have. The problem is, without putting the ball up, it is tough to get better. Will Muschamp does not want to put the ball up, especially when he is winning. So there is the vicious circle that will stop the Gators from being a championship caliber team as long as Muschamp coaches them.

Dominique Easley suffers right knee injury

Florida DT Dominique Easley said earlier Wednesday that he could miss the rest of the season after injuring his right knee in practice.

Easley posted on his Twitter that he was done for the year; “Gatornation thank you for all of 4 yrs of sticking with me but god has something else planned for and have no worries #believe.”

However, head coach Will Muschamp reported that Easley’s right knee was only “tweaked” during a non-contact drill during Tuesday’s practice. Muschamp said “we think he’ll be fine. We just need more information right now.”

Through the first four games, Easley has recorded four quarterback hurries and two tackles for a loss. He suffered from a anterior cruciate ligament tear in his left knee back in 2011.

If the news is true, this will be a huge blow for the Gators. Easley will be the second starter in less than a week who will miss the rest of the season. Quarterback Jeff Driskel fractured his right fibula last weekend in the victory over Tennessee.

The Gators will travel this Saturday to take on Kentucky at 7pm.