LSU coach Les Miles talks about facing Gators
Thursday, October 7, 2010 | Football, Scott Carter
LSU coach Les Miles has spent much of this week talking about his team's escape against Tennessee and dealing with the fallout from fans and commentators questioning his clock management.
In between questions about the end of the Tennessee game, Miles has watched film of the Gators in preparation for Saturday night's showdown at The Swamp.
What does the LSU coach think of this year's Florida team?
Here is what Miles said at his weekly press conference:
“We recognize that Florida is a very talented football team. We watched the Alabama game, and that was two very talented football teams competing. They were in the red zone a number of times and did not score. The statistical differences are based on turnovers and not yards gained.
“We recognize that they are getting better on offense. John Brantley is a very talented quarterback and making some very good throws. Trey Burton at the wildcat and short yardage certainly is a very nice addition. Of course Jeff Demps has speed and the ability to run the ball. They are a very talented offensive group.
“Their defense gave up just 273 yards to Alabama and is allowing just 17 points and 291 yards per game on the season. We recognize that they have great speed. They lead the conference in interceptions and we understand that it is a great challenge to us.''
I'll have more on the UF-LSU game and how it has become one of the premiere matchups in the SEC on GatorZone.com in the morning.
