Urban Meyer

ure, he actually served as interim head coach for one game before the hiring of current head coach, Urban Meyer.  Strong is widely considered to be the architect of Florida’s 2006 and 2008 championship defenses.  Meyer affectionately refers to him as the Mayor of Gainesville.  To say he will be sorely missed is an understatement. 

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ile Florida has won four straight against their in-state rival, this is the best Florida State team Urban Meyer has faced and this is one losing streak FSU is looking to end.  Bobby Bowden has spoiled many a Gator party in the past and in what could conceivably be his last game as ‘Nole head coach, a win over a potential national champion would definitely be going out with a b ang. 

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A victory against a less talented Miami club will do more than just add another win to Urban Meyer’s already impressive record.  It will officially establish the University of Florida as the state’s premier program.  It will remind the talented high school kids in South Florida that there’s a new sheriff in town.  And his name is

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usty first quarter, the Florida Gators finally showed they dressed to impress.  Even the stoic Urban Meyer was seen smiling in post-game interviews.  Florida came out with something to prove and showed they’re deep at every position.  The backfield, whether running the option or between the tackles, boasts a variety of superstars that could start for any other program in the nation.  Four different Gators scored on the ground and none of them were named Tim Tebow.  While the receiving corps remains a question mark, the backfield is talented enough to keep opposing secondaries honest.  And Tebow is still the toughest quarterback in the nation to bring down.  Although he only finished the game 9-for-14 for 137 yards passing and 9 carries for 37 yards, one got the impression he’s only getting his feet wet.  This Florida team won’t need him like they did last season.  Special teams also played well and Brandon James proved he’s a constant threat.  The Gator defense, a question mark all of last season, forced six turnovers and led many to believe Charlie Strong has turned things around.  Hawaii led in time of possession, only because the Gator offense continue to score at a rapid-fire face.  Including interception and punt returns, the Gators had five scoring possessions under :38 seconds.

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Football season is upon us and, once again, Urban Meyer and the Florida Gators field a team with national championship aspirations.  While they’ll only admit to setting their sights on an SEC crown, a BCS bid would likely go hand in hand with that accomplishment.

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nbsp; Zook, ever the master recruiter, left the cupboard loaded with talent and when Florida signed Urban Meyer from Utah in 2004, Meyer led that talent to the mountaintop.  Florida is still right where it wants to be, consistently competing alongside the top programs in the nation.  For the second time in three years, Florida is poised to contend for a national title.  Miami joined the ACC in 2004, but has yet to win a conference title in that time.  Miami is currently rebuilding under young head coach Randy Shannon.  Last year, for the first time in ten years, Miami failed to reached a bowl game  Although they have faced some difficulties recently, they appear to be headed in the right direction with Shannon, but rest assured ‘Canes fans won’t settle for too many more sub-.500 seasons.  Just making a bowl is not good enough for the University of Miami. Since joining Conference USA in 2005, Central Florida has already won two titles.  In 2007, South Florida was the highest ranked Florida school, climbing as high as #2 in the nation.  These two schools are starting to develop a healthy in-state rivalry.  While obviously not holding the same firepower or hype as when two of the big three meet, there is still plenty of talent on the field.  Both UCF and USF have proven they can play with any school in the nation.  Miami may find that out this season as they host Central Florida on October 11.

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Zook, ever the master recruiter, left the cupboard loaded with talent and when Florida signed Urban Meyer from Utah in 2004, Meyer led that talent to the mountaintop. Florida is still right where it wants to be, consistently competing alongside the top programs in the nation. For the second time in three years, Florida is poised to contend for a national title.

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