Football

Former Tampa Blake star TE Michael McFarland has been the latest Florida Gator player to leave the football program, according to head coach Will Muschamp. Blake, who was a redshirt freshman this past season, did dress out for three games but did not see any time on the field. “Michael and I have come to the conclusion that it is in his best interest to transfer from the University of Florida,” Muschamp said in a statement. “We wish him the best as he continues his career somewhere else.” Before his freshman season, McFarland was rated the No. 12 overall...

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Former Gator great Danny Wuerffel is undergoing treatment for Guillain-Barre syndrome. Wuerffel is now undergoing a treatment for the nerve disorder that he recently caught after having a stomach virus. Reports have been posted that Wuerfell should indeed make a full recovery, just takes a little time. “Fortunately, an early diagnosis identified the disease, permitting swift medical treatment,” Desire Street Ministries Board Chairman Luder Whitlock said in a statement. “Consequently, his GBS specialist expects a full recovery. Meanwhile, Danny has asked me to express his appreciation for the prayers, love and support he has received during this time.” [reported...

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Florida Gator offensive coordinator Charlie Weis has received well over $6.6 million known as a termination payment from Notre Dame after being fired back in 2009 according to Rachel George of the Orlando Sentinel. Weis will receive small payments over a period of time until 2015 comes. Here is part of the story from the Chicago’s Tribune by there very own Brian Hamilton. “Termination payment of $6,638,403 was made during the reporting period to Charles J. Weis under a separation agreement that includes much smaller annual payments through December, 2015,” according to a section for “supplemental information” in the...

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Former Florida Gator cornerback Janoris Jenkins is looking to continue his football career… just not at the University of Florida. Jenkins is in the process of looking for an agent to try and enter the NFL’s supplemental draft, that is if there is one. But right now it looks like he may be returning to college football but at a different level. Jenkins is waiting to hear his approval whether or not he will be able to transfer to North Alabama, a division II school coached by Terry Bowden according to tweet by Shane Hallam. Jenkins was honored with...

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With most of the offensive talent from this year’s recruiting class already on board or even enrolled, we can begin to speculate on what Charlie Weis’ offense might look like in 2011, and what players will find their way into the lineup. This is part one of a four part series that will break down the 2011 Gator team. You cannot open any conversation about an offense without first addressing the quarterback situation. As disappointing as you may be, the odds are Johnny Brantley will be the starting quarterback by the time fall arrives. It is obvious Brantley showed...

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When we take a look at the 2011 Florida Gator offensive line, the names that jump off the page are obviously the returning starters or the players who have previous experience. Although, the Gators lose plenty of talent up front, they have some very talented returning starters and some very talented young men waiting to get their opportunity. Xavier Nixon has had an impressive young career as a Florida Gator. Since moving into the starting lineup as a true freshman in the South Carolina game in 2009, Nixon has been a solid force on the outside. The offensive line...

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