A look at the Troy Trojans...
Florida Today asks the question that is now on every one's (well, at least my) mind; Is Troy going to be Appalachian State?
Troy is a decent team. They lost last week to the Fighting Darren McFaddens 46-26 last week. And last season they played FSU and Georgia Tech tough. Of course, Troy will try to use their history of playing top teams close, but I think LB Marcus Richardson is giving his team too much credit.
If the Gators lose to these guys, I'm having a panic attack. And there will be no Alligator Army Tailgate next week in Gainesvegas. Thankfully, Urban is looking out for my health.
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Troy is having some trouble on special teams. While punt coverage was good, the punting overall was uneven, and they allowed a 90 TD return versus the Razorbacks.
In that same article, it is reported that QB Omar Haugabook is a little banged up. However he is well enough to play Saturday.
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Florida's prep for Troy will involve looking at a 4-3 front and a spread attack that is more pass than run. Of course, this happens as CB Markus Manson is wheeled off the practice field with a sprained ankle. Markihe Anderson, who missed the Western Kentucky game, may see time Saturday as he recovers from a bum knee. Meanwhile, I'm looking to see if Ryan Smith might have a year of eligibility left.