Florida head coach Jim McElwain on the sideline during the home game against Texas A&M on Oct. 14. (Photo: Matt Stamey/UAA Communications)
McElwain Faces More Questions about Death Threats
Wednesday, October 25, 2017 | Football, Scott Carter
The UF head coach, during his appearance Wednesday on the SEC coaches media teleconference, was asked more about his death threat comments from Monday.
On Wednesday morning, McElwain spoke to the media for the first time since his Monday press conference and was asked by Florida Times-Union columnist Gene Frenette to offer additional context and if he had any further details.
Here is McElwain's response:
"Well, I think, you know one of the things, Gene, is for those who know me and people that realize that I'm a real passionate guy, there's obviously letting – exactly what I tell our people not to do – is allow one or two misguided remarks, you know, get to you. The care I have and passion for these players, this university, and the fact … we have an unbelievable fan base. It's great. There's passion. I mean, when you go into that Swamp, it's something special and our guys feel it. Yeah, I do, I feel bad for sometimes being open and being honest, and yet at the same time, you know, I've seen this movie, understand it and, you know, if it gets to a point, then we'll go from there. You know, when it becomes unmanageable, at that point, you know, like I said, I've got a lot of care and care for this program and these people. At the same time, allowing a couple of things get to you, you know what, you can't do that. And ultimately, that's the business we're in. And you know what, we'll move forward and get ready to go play this ballgame."
For more on the latest developments, here are a few links from the Gators beat:
--Emotions led UF coach Jim McElwain to reveal death threats writes Edgar Thompson of The Orlando Sentinel.
--McElwain: Will share death threats if situation becomes unmanageable writes Robbie Andreu of The Gainesville Sun.
--McElwain still mum on Florida Gators death threats writes Matt Baker of The Tampa Bay Times.
The Gators (3-3, 3-2) face No. 3-ranked Georgia (7-0, 4-0) on Saturday in Jacksonville. McElwain is scheduled to speak to the local media this afternoon following practice.
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