The stadium here at Florida is nicknamed The Swamp. Coined by coaching legend Steve Spurrier, the nickname caught on when he famously said, “In the Swamp, only gators get out alive.” That statement holds a lot of truth as Ben Hill Griffin Stadium stands tall, imposing, and loud.
Game 268: Florida State @ Florida
Both the Seminoles and Gators came into this classic college football rivalry at 4-6. However, the hatred for each other superseded the mediocre records.
Packed stadium.
Loud and rowdy fans.
Seething loathsomeness.
Rivalry Saturday was alive in Gainesville.
Packed stadium.
Loud and rowdy fans.
Seething loathsomeness.
Rivalry Saturday was alive in Gainesville.
Game 154: #4 Florida @ Vanderbilt
This game was over as soon as it was scheduled. In fact, after the 35-0 halftime score, I thought ESPN might switch their broadcast to the national knitting competition. But, they stayed to watch the carnage in the second half, as well. Although, heisman trophy winner, Tim Tebow, did not play much of the second half. He was responsible for all five touchdowns that occurred in the first half of play…