Urban Meyer: The New Steve Spurrier

Steve Spurrier looked on from the sideline as Florida converted the extra point, giving the Gators a 56-6 lead with under six minutes left in the game. This time, however, Spurrier was on the losing side of a "Swamp Romp," suffering the worst defeat of his coaching career at the hands of Urban Meyer and the Gators. "We got clobbered," Spurrier said. "I don't know what we could have done differently except try to keep things close." Don't worry, coach, you're not alone. Spurrier's Gamecocks are just the latest blowout victim of the surging No. 3 Gators. Since their home loss to Ole Miss on Sept. 27, Florida has outscored its opponents 299-63, averaging a 39-point margin of victory. The Gators are also the first team in SEC history to defeat six consecutive conference opponents by at least 28 points. However, Florida's killer tendency did not result from taking it easy down the stretch. Meyer has been reluctant to show mercy during the 2008 season, often leaving his starters in the game ... (link)