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Demarcus Robinson (11) leaps into Roderick Johnson (55) to celebrate his TD catch in the third quarter of the Gators and Wildcats matchup in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during UF's 36-30 triple overtime win on Sept. 13, 2014.

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Gators to open conference play at Kentucky

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 17, 2015

For 28 years, Florida has had Kentucky figured out.

UF tight end Jake McGee runs a route during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Notebook: Tight ends coach helping revive position for UF

By Luis Torres | Sep. 16, 2015

Despite the start Florida’s tight ends have had this year, no one is talking about the person coaching the position: Greg Nord.

UF wide receiver Ahmad Fulwood catches a pass from quarterback Will Grier (not pictured) during practice Aug. 8, 2015, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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UF receiver hoping to build on small spark from ECU game

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 16, 2015

For a 6-foot-4, 211 pound wide receiver, catching a screen pass and taking it eight yards isn’t normally a big deal.

UF center Cam Dillard (54) prepares to hike the ball during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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UF’s offensive line noticing gradual improvements

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 15, 2015

Heading into the season, Florida’s offensive line was viewed as one of the team’s more vulnerable position groups.

Florida safety Keanu Neal intercepts a pass during the Gators' 36-30 triple-overtime win against Kentucky on Sept. 14, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Florida’s secondary relishing opportunity to be nation’s best

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 15, 2015

Heading into Southeastern Conference play, Florida’s secondary is looking to hit the reset button.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Percy Harvin (18) celebrates his touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015, in Orchard Park, N.Y.

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Gators in the NFL: Week 1 results

By IAN COHEN | Sep. 15, 2015

With Week 1 of the NFL season officially over, here’s a recap of how former Florida players fared in their season debuts.

UF coach Jim McElwain stands on the sidelines during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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McElwain addresses sideline burst

By Luis Torres | Sep. 14, 2015

On Monday morning, Florida head coach Jim McElwain got his first opportunity to address the Kelvin Taylor sideline incident.

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Notebook: QB race to continue at Kentucky

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 14, 2015

After watching Will Grier and Treon Harris battle it out for the starting quarterback job for two weeks, coach Jim McElwain still isn’t ready to make his decision.

UF linebacker Alex Anzalone pursues East Carolina tight end Stephen Baggett during the Gators' 31-24 win against the Pirates on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Notebook: Starting linebacker could miss time; Goolsby emerging

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 13, 2015

While the Gators are still searching for a long-term answer at quarterback on offense, there is concern about the quarterback of their defense.

UF football coach Jim McElwain reacts after a penalty during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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'We’ve got a long ways to go’: UF regresses in win against ECU

By Luis Torres | Sep. 13, 2015

As Jim McElwain walked into his postgame press conference following the Gators’ win against East Carolina on Saturday night, the look on his face said it all.

UF running back Kelvin Taylor carries the ball during Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina on Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Column: McElwain’s anger is necessary for Gators to correct discipline problem

By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 13, 2015

Jim McElwain couldn’t mask his emotions.

Linebacker Jarrad Davis (left) wraps up teammate Alex McCalister after McCalister recovered a fumble late in the fourth quarter to seal Florida's 31-24 win against East Carolina Sept. 12, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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'We didn't deserve to win': UF squeezes past East Carolina despite mistakes

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 12, 2015

Florida almost gave it all away.

UF quarterback Will Grier rushes for a touchdown during Florida's 61-13 win against New Mexico State on Sept. 5, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

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Grier to start as Florida hosts East Carolina

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 10, 2015

The Gators take on the East Carolina Pirates for the second time in nine months on Saturday night in The Swamp, but they will do so with a different starting quarterback.

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Gators to use similar quarterback rotation against East Carolina

By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 9, 2015

Like the season opener, Florida won’t name a first-string quarterback for Saturday’s game against East Carolina, coach Jim McElwain said Wednesday.

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Column: NFL needs to rid itself of Roger Goodell

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 9, 2015

It’s time for Roger Goodell to give up his disciplinary powers.

Gators celebrate after Demarcus Robinson (11) OT TD during the match between the Florida Gators and the Kentucky Wildcats Staurday night in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Florida emphasizing togetherness through discipline

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 8, 2015

Florida coach Jim McElwain might have an easy-going personality, but he doesn’t have the same mindset when it comes to discipline.

UF football coach Jim McElwain walks out of the tunnel Florida's 61-13 win against New Mexico State on Saturday at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Florida to continue using dual quarterback system against East Carolina

By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 7, 2015

Florida’s offense moved the ball at will, coughed up just one turnover and didn’t commit a penalty in the team’s season opening 61-13 win against New Mexico State on Saturday night.

All recommended charges are for third-degree felonies.

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Florida enjoying new indoor practice facility

By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 7, 2015

In previous Florida football seasons, a rainy day like Monday meant practice would be in the O’Connell Center or Florida Gym — not exactly an ideal situation.

UF tight end C'yontai Lewis celebrates as he scores a touchdown during Florida's 61-13 win against New Mexico State on Saturday at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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UF football utilizing tight end group

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Sep. 7, 2015

For tight end Jake McGee, the toughest part is over.

UF quarterback Treon Harris passes during Florida's 61-13 win against New Mexico State on Saturday at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Column: Gator fans must temper offensive expectations

By Luis Torres | Sep. 7, 2015

Florida’s offense under Jim McElwain got off to a fast start on Saturday night against New Mexico State.