Morning links: checking the pulse of UF-Kentucky
Wednesday, September 22, 2010 | Football, Scott Carter
Let's take a tour via a few links from the state's newspapers to see what people are talking about three days before the UF-Kentucky game on Saturday night at The Swamp:
--Gators offensive coordinator Steve Adazzio addressed the team's slow first-quarter starts during his media session on Tuesday afternoon. Click here to read a Florida Today notebook that discusses the topic.
--Florida's 23-game win streak over Kentucky has included a few close calls and scary moments, highlighted by last season's win in Lexington in which Gators QB Tim Tebow suffered a serious concussion. Click here to read a Gainesville Sun story looking at UF's winning streak.
--Gators CB Jeremy Brown has been plagued by injuries during his time in Gainesville, but the Orlando native is starting to make an impact. Click here to read an Orlando Sentinel story on Brown.
--In 2007, seven players from Lakeland High signed with the Gators. They were called the "Gatornaughts.'' Click here to read a Florida Times-Union article documenting the careers of the seven former Lakeland Dreadnaughts.
--There's a lot of talk about Florida's 23-game win streak over Kentucky. That's a streak the Gators want to remain intact. Meanwhile, the Wildcats have a streak they want to remain intact as well. They are the only team in the nation to play three games without a turnover. Click here for more details from the Lexington Herald-Leader.
--For a preview of the game and a look at some of the key stats, CBSSports.com has its preview posted. Click here to check it out.