Hawaii fans friendly, not very hopeful
Aug. 29, 2008While walking to the game today I ran into a few Hawaii fans and complimented them on coming this far for the game.
While walking to the game today I ran into a few Hawaii fans and complimented them on coming this far for the game.
We'll have full coverage for you guys up in a little bit, but here's an interesting quote reporters just got.
Florida's secondary went into the season opener against Hawaii hoping to prove it was better than the unit that finished No. 98 in the nation in pass defense last year. It's still too early to tell how good the group is, but outscoring the Warriors and quarterback Tim Tebow isn't a bad start.
It appears that QB Tim Tebow is going to need a few less ice packs this season.
Urban Meyer wasn't kidding when he said opponents can't make a mistake on his running backs.
It looked like a punt that wouldn't be returned, bouncing twice on the grass.
The Gators played a nearly flawless game on Saturday, but if there was one flaw to be found, it was in those tiny yellow flags that flew all around the stadium.
The idea that UF would put up eight touchdowns against Hawaii wasn't all that far-fetched, but doing so while quarterback Tim Tebow scored just once didn't seem quite right.
Forget the run-and-shoot offense.
Ameera Abdullah is no stranger to injury.
If there is one word to describe the last 17 seasons under coach Mary Wise, it is consistent.
Here's a scary thought: Tim Tebow can get better.
Since Hawaii is so far away, we here at alligatorSports figured we should get a better sense of the culture there.
With two days until their first game against Hawaii, the Gators solidified their kicker position and narrowed down the starting defensive tackle candidates.
One of the toughest parts about becoming an adult is the realization that life doesn't always have those fairy tale endings you read about growing up.
What had long been suspected was confirmed after the Gators practice Wednesday: Wide receiver Percy Harvin and linebacker Brandon Spikes will not play in the season-opener against Hawaii on Saturday.
You could say Ryan Stamper is ready for his close-up.
Taurean Green doesn't speak much Spanish, and that may be a problem.