UF-UGA Standouts
Here are the players who caught my eye in Florida's 21-14 win over Georgia:
Florida WR Andre Caldwell: Caldwell set the tone early during the game's opening, and maybe most important drive. He caught two third down passes to convert for first downs, and finished off the drive with a 12 yard touchdown run. Final stats: 8 catches, 88 yards receiving, 1 receiving TD. 5 carries, 28 yards rushing, 1 rushing TD.
Florida DE Derrick Harvey: A rising star. Late in the first quarter, Harvey blew past OL Michael Tuner for a sack, and he recovered a fumble later in the game. With Ray McDonald, Jarvis Moss, and Marcus Thomas, Harvey gives the Gators one of the deepest and most talented defensive lines in the country.
Florida LB Earl Everett: On Georgia's second play from scrimmage, Everett stepped into the backfield to bust up a running play, creating a two yard loss. That was an indication of the type of game Everett would have. He finished with 9 tackles. Two were for a loss. He also recorded a sack.
Georgia QB Matthew Stafford: While his numbers (13 of 33, 151 yards, 2 interceptions) were horrible, Stafford made me believe that he will be an outstanding quarterback one day. He had a typical game for a freshman quarterback against a talented defense. He made a few terrible decisions, including two interceptions, but he also was a victim of dropped passes and poor pass protection. Stafford showed his mobility, strong arm, and ability to make something out of nothing. He'll be a star for the Bulldogs eventually.
THESE GUYS GOTTA STEP IT UP...
Georgia DE Quentin Moses: Finally Moses had a big game last week against Mississippi State. He did absolutely nothing against the Gators. Moses was neutralized the entire game until late in the fourth quarter when he nearly made a terrific defensive play. With about 2:50 left in the game, the Bulldogs were down by seven, and it was third down and three for UF. UF ran a reverse (the same play they scored a TD on in the game's opening drive), and Moses played it perfectly. It looked like his tackle would force a punt, but Moses was flagged for a facemask, and the drive continued. UF ran out the clock.
George TE Martrez Milner: Milner dropped four passes yesterday. All four were drive-killers. All four were for substantial gains. Tough day for a guy who had no problems getting open, but couldn't hang on.
Florida K Chris Hetland: UF could easily lose a close game that they have no business losing this year unless Hetland (1 for 7 on FGs this season) improves or Urban Meyer picks someone else for the job. Hetland missed two field goals yesterday, one from 39 yards and one from 42 yards. Either one would have iced the game.
