PAPER TIGERS…

Admit it Gators, no one saw it coming.  That said there was visceral catharsis that enveloped the Gator nation last night during Florida’s domination of the Tigers.

For some it was the 17-point 1st quarter, for some it was Tebow’s answering the bell after LSU scored on its opening second half possession, throwing a laser to Murph to put the Gators on the LSU 2 yard-line. 

For others it was the defense’s ability to eviscerate LSU’s offensive front and make Chuck “The Truck” Scott a non-factor.

Guessing the exact moment is imprecise at best, but make no mistake, there was a moment for each Gator fan, player, and coach last night.  A moment where each Gator turned to his neighbor, teammate, coach, friend, or  just the guy sitting next to him with the knowing look that said “this night-and maybe this season-is ours.”

Savor it Gators.  Whatever your moment was, its yours to keep.  SNL is going to enjoy “Breakfast with the Gators” and get back to you.

-So Sayeth the Shepherd