GATORS SURVIVE FIRST HALF SCARE, BEAT HURRICANES
Published September 6th, 2008
The 23-year dry spell is over. On the strength of a Gator defense that bended but didn't break, and Tim Tebow's passing, the Gators beat the Miami Hurricanes for the first time since 1985. Tebow went 21 for 35 for 256 yards and two touchdowns, and set a new Gator record for most pass attempts without an interception.
Tebow also led the team in rushing with 55 yards on 13 carries.
Percy Harvin scored on a two-yard touchdown run in his first game back after sitting out week one with a heel injury.
The Gators (2-0, 0-0) have a bye week before opening the SEC season at Tennessee on September 20.
By Chris Price, WCJB TV20 Sports
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