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Stark contrast between Weis and Addazio as coordinator

Sep. 21, 2011

Charlie Weis is a miserable, miserable man. And that should make you very happy.

Florida offensive coordinator Charlie Weis displayed frustration Tuesday with the progression of the offense. The unit committed several penalties against UT and struggled on third down.

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Notebook: Plenty wrong with Gators’ offense, Weis says; Elam pleads no contest to July charge

By TOM GREEN | Sep. 20, 2011

Florida may be 3-0 and off to a fast start in the Southeastern Conference, but offensive coordinator Charlie Weis is not pleased with Florida’s progress on offense.

After Will Muschamp and Dan Quinn said they wanted to see more production from Ronald Powell, the sophomore stepped up against Tennessee, contributing half a sack and forcing two picks.

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Powell adjusting to complex scheme

By GREG LUCA | Sep. 20, 2011

At the snap of the ball, sophomore linebacker Ronald Powell fires out of his three-point stance.

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UF taking what defense allows? Not a chance

By MATT WATTS | Sep. 20, 2011

It started against Florida Atlantic in the opener, carried over into the UAB game, and came to a head after beating Tennessee.

Florida offensive coordinator Charlie Weis said he works to orchestrate the Gators’ first few drives of each game. The plan is working thus far, as UF has scored on its first possession in every game this season and holds a 33-0 advantage against opponents in first quarters. Florida outscored opponents 56-48 in the first quarter last year.

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Notebook: Gators’ first-quarter success hinges on designed play calls, Finley to return against UK

Sep. 19, 2011

Florida’s offense has thrived from the opening act in each game, in part because the players have received simple instructions: follow the script.

Gators linebackers Jon Bostic (52) and Jelani Jenkins (3) helped limit Tennessee to minus-9 yards rushing Saturday — the lowest total for a UF defense since 2006.

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Bostic, Jenkins quietly leading UF’s top-ranked rush defense

By MATT WATTS | Sep. 19, 2011

On the Gators’ defense, some players are more visible than others.

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The Rally: Does Florida’s offense need to get its receivers involved?

By TOM GREEN | Sep. 19, 2011

Tom: We’re three games into Will Muschamp’s first season and finally have our first Southeastern Conference game under our belts, so we’re starting to get an idea of Florida’s offensive identity. To this point, it’s been a heavy dose of running backs, both on handoffs and in the passing game, but the receivers have been a non-factor.

Gators running back Chris Rainey had more than 100 yards rushing and receiving on Saturday. He was named the nation’s offensive player of the week on Sunday.

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RAINEY DAY: RB enters record books in win

By GREG LUCA | Sep. 18, 2011

It was a different atmosphere with a different feel and different stakes for Florida, but it was the same old, same old for Chris Rainey.

Gators sophomore safety Matt Elam said the secondary hung posters of Tennessee receivers Da’Rick Rogers and Justin Hunter in their lockers.

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Secondary motivated by Tennessee trash talk

By TOM GREEN | Sep. 18, 2011

Maybe the Gators didn’t approach Saturday’s matchup against the Volunteers like any other game.

Defensive end/linebacker Ronald Powell pressured Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray into throwing an interception to start the second half Saturday.

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Notebook: Penalties concern Muschamp after win

By MATT WATTS | Sep. 18, 2011

Florida coach Will Muschamp was thrilled after beating Tennessee 33-23 in The Swamp on Saturday, but he wasn’t happy with the excessive number of penalties the Gators racked up.

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Rainey's record-setting day fuels Florida past Tennessee

By GREG LUCA | Sep. 17, 2011

It was a different atmosphere with a different feel and different stakes for Florida, but it was the same old, same old for Chris Rainey.

Tennessee running back Tauren Poole leads the team with 199 yards rushing through two games. It’s Poole and the Vols’ ability to convert on third down that could make the difference Saturday.

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Stopping Tennessee on third down will be key

Sep. 15, 2011

Tennessee is more than just Tyler Bray, despite what you have read this week.

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Versatile personnel provide Weis desired edge

By <ahref="mailto:gluca@alligator.org">GREG LUCA< | Sep. 15, 2011

When Charlie Weis took over at Notre Dame, he said the Fighting Irish would have a “decided schematic advantage” over their opponents.

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Picks Column: Tennessee

Sep. 15, 2011

It’s that time of year again.

Gators sophomore Ronald Powell has struggled to adapt to his new role, recording just five tackles and a sack in two games. Coaches have said they’d like to see more production from his position.

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Notebook: Coaches looking for bigger pass-rush impact from Powell

By GREG LUCA | Sep. 14, 2011

Both coach Will Muschamp and defensive coordinator Dan Quinn have said they want to see more production out of sophomore linebacker Ronald Powell.

Tennessee wide receiver Da’Rick Rogers (21) and teammate Justin Hunter have combined for more than 500 yards and five touchdowns this year.

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Bray has firepower to challenge UF defense

By MATT WATTS | Sep. 14, 2011

Picture this.

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Open letter to Will Muschamp

Sep. 14, 2011

Dear Will,

Gators offensive lineman Dan Wenger (56), a sixth-year senior who transferred from Notre Dame during the summer, is no longer worried about the concussions he suffered a year ago. Wenger has experience with offensive line coach Frank Verducci and coordinator Charlie Weis from his time with the Irish.

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Notebook: Finley’s felony charge, Weis not concerned with Week 2 red-zone woes

By MATT WATTS | Sep. 13, 2011

Linebacker Dee Finley had his first appearance before a judge on Tuesday morning after he was arrested Monday on charges of driving on a suspended license and resisting arrest with violence, a third-degree felony.

Florida center Jonotthan Harrison and the Gators offensive line has yet to allow a sack through two games this season — only one of 10 teams in the nation to do so.

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Offensive line protecting Brantley, has yet to allow a sack

Sep. 13, 2011

John Brantley has taken plenty of criticism the last two years, but his gift-giving ability was never a point of contention until Tuesday.

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Whether he admits it or not, this one is huge for Muschamp

By TOM GREEN | Sep. 13, 2011

It’s almost The Third Saturday in September.