From: jpm@gnv.ifas.ufl.edu (jpm@gnv.ifas.ufl.edu (Jeff Mejia))
Newsgroups: rec.sport.football.college
Subject: Swamp News, pt 1 (long)
Date: 11 Sep 92 20:02:52 -0500

Here's the pre-game analysis and latest news from the Swamp (aka Ben Hill
Griffin Stadium at Florida Field).

1. INJURY UPDATE- Of the injured players mentioned in previous editions of
Swamp News (tm), the following is the latest that I can piece together from
various news sources (even though the newspapers around here are mullet wrap).
Tre Everret, the senior WR who had knee surgery in August, is at full strenght
and will see alot of playing time, but he may have lost his starting slot to
Harrison Houston.  Kelvin Randolph, the returning FB who seriously twisted his
ankle, is expected to start this game and play most of the way.  Reggie Green,
the freshman OT, has rested his knee and will start.  Will White, the
All-American FS, has recovered from his back spasms and will lead the Gator
secondary.  As for new injuries not previously reported, starting ILB Carlton
Miles, last year's leading tackler and defensive co-captain, has suffered a
sprained neck and has been out of practice over the last week.  He is
officially listed as doubtful for the game, but most reports indicate that he
will play and start tommorrow's game.  Cameron Davis, a freshman DT who was
expected to see playing time as a backup, has sprained his shoulder and will
not play next week (and perhaps may miss two more games).

2.  GATOR LINEUP- The following is something approximating the two-deep chart
for the Gators, with a few of my comments.

OFFENSE

QB-Shane Matthews   reports are that he looks "sharper than he ever has"
   Terry Dean       the redshirt SO may see playing time this week, but he
                    hasn't taken his game up to that next level yet

TB-Errict Rhett     remains to be seen if the inexperienced OL will cut down
                    his numbers
   Tony Davis       With Kedra Malone out for the first few games, this highly
                    sought-out recruit steps in as the main backup to Rhett. 
                    A true freshman.

FB-Kelvin Randolph  His ankle still makes him questionable, but Kelvin did
                    start two games in 1990 and was expected to be the starter
                    last year until injuries force him out.
   Chris Bilkie     This sophomore seems to have earned  the job through very
                    hard work in practice, but not much is known (by me)

WR-Willie Jackson   Last year's SEC leader in TD receptions, Jackson leads a
                    very deep receiving corps
   Monty Duncan     Saw significant playing time last year, has great hands

WR-Harrison Houston This junior, who had 4 TD catches last year, replaced Tre
                    Everett in the starting rotation by having a great camp
   Tre Everett      Still the leading deep threat.  May return kicks and punts,
                    expect him to line up when the Gators go to three wide-outs
 Note: The receivng corps is so deep that at least four other players are
expected to see some time in the rotation tomorrow.

TE-Greg Keller      This junior was expected to fill Kirk Kirkpatrick's shoes
                    (54 recpt's) last year, but sat out due to a broken collar
                    bone.  Did have 19 catches in 1990 and is expected to lead
                    the return of the TE to the Gator offense
   Jeremy Kennedy   This highly-touted rs freshman missed last year due to a
                    neck injury.  Great hands, but hasn't learned to block,
                    which is important this year due to the OL's lack of exp.

C-Gantt Crouch      This junior had a horrible spring, but competition has
                    really spurred him on this fall
  Kevin Johnson     A redshirt freshman who is not expected to see much PT

RG-Jim Watson       The only returning starter from last year, this junior must
                    become a leader for the line just one year after he was the
                    "baby" of the group
   David Swain      A sophomore who was expected to compete at LG, but had a
                    bad pre-season.  Will see PT only if someone is hurt

LG-Dexter Smith     Large for a guard (6-2, 287), this senior finally gets his
                    chance.  Looked good in practice, is the offensive co-capt
   Nick Quitana     This large freshman came into camp a bit overweight, but
                    he is talented and may see playing time at either guard or
                    tackle to give the first team a rest.

RT-Ryan Taylor      This junior had a lousy spring and wasn't expected to
                    start, but the competition in the fall spurred him on and
                    he has earned this starting job.

LT-Reggie Green     HUGE (6-7, 303) freshman, has picked up the schemes very
                    fast.  The most intense man on the line.  He's gonna be
                    great, but it still needs to be seen if the jump from HS to
                    Division I is too large for even him.
   Jason Odom       Another large true freshman, Jason pressured Taylor for the
                    spot at RT and will be the first subsitute on either side
                    of the center.

DEFENSE

LE-Henry McMillian  This sophomore is the one under investigation right now.
                    Sat out last year due to academics, was originally
                    committed to Georgia but changed his mind.  Was the premier
                    DL out of Ga. in 1990.
   David Barnard    Redshirt freshman, biggest (302 lbs.) lineman on D, will
                    alot of PT at both end and tackle

LT-Ellis Johnson    A sophomore who played in 5 games last year, Johnson is now
                    the second-most experienced DL for the Gators. Big talent.
   Bill Gunter      This senior has been moved around from DL to OL and back,
                    will fill in at both tackle and end

RT-Mark Campbell    Another redshirt freshman, large and squat (6-1, 275).
                    Looks strong against the run.
   McDonald Ferguson  Yet still another rs freshman, Mac is the strongest
                      player on the team (benches 525) and is an awesome
                    physical specimen, but he hasn't played football since 1990

RE-Kevin Carter     This sophomore is the most experienced returning lineman. 
                    He became the first true freshman to earn a starting job on
                    the DL in over 10 years when Harvey Thomas was hurt last
                    year, and he is expected to hold this young line together
                    this year.  Awesome potential.

ILB-Carlton Miles   Last year's leading tackler, the quarterback of the D.
                    Injury status makes him questionable for this game.
    James Bates     A true freshman, son of former Gator assistan Jim Bates,
                    James has really impressed observers with his "football
                    sense".  Will start if Miles can't

ILB-Ed Robinson     Another returning starter on defense (so few!), Ed is a
                    solid player who ratated time last year with Miles and Tim
                    Paulk (now in the pros).
    Dexter Daniels  Last year's USA Today defensive player of the year for all
                    high school players, expected to be an All-American someday

BB- Ben Hanks       A redshirt freshman who beat out returning starter Myrick
                    Anderson at this postition, a combination of OLB and FS.
   Myrick Anderson  Last year's starter, thought to be the weak link of the
                    pass coverage last year, but a solid player nonetheless.

GB-Monty Grow       The senior who sat out last year due to steroids, Monty
                    returns to the D with a chip on his shoulder.  Hard-hitter.
   Marquette Oliver Another senior who has seen considerable PT at this
                    position, Marquette can also fill in at the corner, if
                    needed

RC-Del Speer        Returning senior, dubbed "the Technician" for his ability
                    breeze through corner drills
   Pete Archie      This sophomore saw some playing time last year, is the
                    fastest man in the secondary.

LC-Larry Kennedy    Gifted sophomore who earned a starting job last year as a
                    freshman.  Had the memorable int return for a TD against
                    Tennessee.
   Lawrence Hatch   This senior lost his starters job to Kennedy, but Hatch is 
                    actually the first man called in to sub at either corner or
                    safety, and is the first person in the nickel package.

FS-Will White       This senior made his mark 2 years ago when he was in the
                    top 10 nationally in INT's (with 3 against Bama).  2-time
                    Playboy All-American.

P-Shayne Edge       The second-leading returning punter in the nation, Shayne
                    averaged 43.5 yds/punt last year.

PK-Bart Edmiston    This true freshman looks to replace Arden Czezewski, has a
                    strong leg.  Reportedly he was knocking 'em in from 50 yds
                    out in practice on a regular basis.

I'll post the Kentucky game analysis in another post
-- 
	Jeff Mejia         University of Florida   jpm@gnv.ifas.ufl.edu
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