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re: Why is the media pumping Florida so hard?

Posted on 8/26/25 at 1:25 pm to
Posted by dallastiger55
Jennings, LA
Member since Jan 2010
32991 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 1:25 pm to
Florida and OU are the hot picks for playoff spots by the media. They are in love with both because they are brand names and never have this many bad seasons in a row.

McElroy said Florida and OU can win the whole thing.
Posted by Jorts R Us
Member since Aug 2013
16777 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 1:46 pm to
Overhyping us because of Lagway. Simple as that.
Posted by David Fellows
Chicago but Georgia on my mind
Member since Mar 2024
1578 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 1:58 pm to
I'm not sure, but UF doesn't look like much to me this year. A potential dumpster fire.
Posted by captdalton
Member since Feb 2021
19625 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:00 pm to
Florida has a lot of talent and some believe Lagway will be a difference maker at quarterback.
Posted by theCAW
Polk County
Member since Dec 2023
6070 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:01 pm to
To drive clicks from gullible delusional Disney gators

Once we lose to usf that opportunity will dry up as it’s back to reality for the gators
Posted by AlligatorEnthusiast
Adjacent to the Gulf of Mexico
Member since Jul 2022
720 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:18 pm to
The answer is your profile picture, my man, among other things. So sick of the negative arse Gator fan routine, this crap is definitely getting old.
Posted by AlligatorEnthusiast
Adjacent to the Gulf of Mexico
Member since Jul 2022
720 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:21 pm to
quote:

To drive clicks from gullible delusional Disney gators

Once we lose to usf that opportunity will dry up as it’s back to reality for the gators


Posted by AlligatorEnthusiast
Adjacent to the Gulf of Mexico
Member since Jul 2022
720 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:28 pm to
quote:

do i need to remind you all who coaches this team?


Inherited a mess. Took Louisiana from three straight losing seasons to three straight double digit win seasons almost instantly. Has turned the roster over nicely and despite a few admittedly boneheaded instances and not so great losses, has shown improvement and a decent upward trajectory. This dude isn't Zook yet, but even if he is, why choose to be negative?
Posted by Clockwatcher68
Youngsville
Member since May 2006
7555 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:36 pm to
Napier is a good coach. Florida will make some noise this year. This is not at all like my prediction last year that Milroe would win the Heisman.
This post was edited on 8/28/25 at 6:55 am
Posted by HTX Horn
Houston
Member since Jul 2021
1083 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 2:37 pm to
Their QB is a stud. And QB play tremendously determines the outcomes in college football. Obviously important at any level but particularly so in college.
Posted by Havoc
Member since Nov 2015
37348 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:06 pm to
They seem to kinda pump most teams it’s what they do.
Posted by TDFreak
Coast to Coast - L.A. to Chicago
Member since Dec 2009
8860 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:08 pm to
quote:

4-2 at best after first 6 games
Road losses to Miami and LSU are almost guaranteed.
Posted by Smokeyone
Maryville Tn
Member since Jul 2016
20874 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:08 pm to
On paper it’s a great roster and if Laggway is healthy they have zero reason to not be competitive for a playoff spot. The issue can Laggway stay healthy and can Napier get out of his own way.
Posted by NobodyImportant
Montana
Member since Nov 2024
1821 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:35 pm to
Lagway
Posted by Tolbert1906
Member since Aug 2009
2315 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:51 pm to
Napier insists on calling plays despite not being good at it and despite every Florida fan wanting him to give up play calling duties.

quote:

This dude isn't Zook yet
Zook had a better record.
Posted by The Scofflaw
Metairie, LA
Member since Sep 2014
1901 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:52 pm to
They can be a 10 win team, something like TN last year.
Posted by houstonearler
Member since Jan 2005
310 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:53 pm to
I think with Lagway they can be really good. I have no confidence he will stay healthy.
Posted by Cheese Grits
Wherever I lay my hat is my home
Member since Apr 2012
60624 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 3:54 pm to
quote:

Why is the media pumping Florida so hard?


Florida is "the sunshine state"

Sunshine
Pumpers

Seems to make sense
Posted by bamameister
Right here, right now
Member since May 2016
17117 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 4:03 pm to
quote:

McElroy said Florida and OU can win the whole thing.


He also said Coach Saban was coming back to coaching. Face it, G-Mac is as accurate with his words as he was with his passes to Julio.
Posted by FireDanMullen
Member since Dec 2020
4391 posts
Posted on 8/26/25 at 4:18 pm to
Yeah for the record - I’ve stated for over a year that there’s no reason to hype this Gator team. 8-4 at best. Hang the banners
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