McElwain: Papers sent to NFL for more than 5 underclassmen, key player to miss bowl
By Nick Cole
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Florida coach Jim McElwain addressed the media on Tuesday to update the status of his program in advance of the Gators’ upcoming meeting with Michigan at the Citrus Bowl.
He had plenty to say about players leaving early, Will Grier’s status and what the injury report looks like.
Here are the highlights:
McElwain says #Gators will have first official bowl practice on Dec. 18
— Scott Carter (@GatorsScott) December 15, 2015
McElwain said the seniors and any underclassmen who are leaving will not participate in the first three practices.
— Robbie Andreu (@RobbieAndreu) December 15, 2015
McElwain said the Gators have sent paperwork to the NFL for more than five underclassmen.
— Robbie Andreu (@RobbieAndreu) December 15, 2015
McElwain says #Gators have more than five players contemplating leaving early for NFL. Staff helping any way they can
— Scott Carter (@GatorsScott) December 15, 2015
McElwain said he's not sure how many juniors will declare for the Draft "They're all going through the process." #Gators
— Jordan McPherson (@J_McPherson1126) December 15, 2015
McElwain on Bullard returning for senior year: "That guy by coming back, somebody ought to do a study on that alone." #Gators
— Jordan McPherson (@J_McPherson1126) December 15, 2015
Mac said #Gators 'should be a full strength,' for bowl practices, other than DE Alex McCalister. 'He'll be done.'
— Edgar Thompson (@osgators) December 15, 2015
"It's a big-time stadium now. It should be a lot of fun.'' — McElwain on Citrus Bowl
— Scott Carter (@GatorsScott) December 15, 2015
"We're here to win a ballgame. We're not here just to go on rides.'' — Mac on mood he wants players to have in Orlando at bowl game
— Scott Carter (@GatorsScott) December 15, 2015
Mac said Will Grier suspension difficult on everyone, especially Grier. 'Walking on campus ain't easy. I feel sick about it.'
— Edgar Thompson (@osgators) December 15, 2015
McElwain said Grier won't participate in practices because he can't travel, but will be back in the team in January. #Gators
— Jordan McPherson (@J_McPherson1126) December 15, 2015
McElwain wants to see younger players learn how to prepare physically and mentally for larger roles during bowl practices.
— Scott Carter (@GatorsScott) December 15, 2015
Nick Cole is a former print journalist with several years of experience covering the SEC. Born and raised in SEC country, he has taken in the game-day experience at all 14 stadiums.
