The Wiz of Odds

Urban Meyer Rehired as Florida Coach

Less than 24 hours after Urban Meyer announced that he was stepping down as Florida coach, officials have found his replacement.

A press conference has been scheduled for Sunday afternoon to announce that Urban Meyer has been rehired to coach the team. Reports indicate that Meyer will first coach the team in Friday's Sugar Bowl, then take an indefinite leave of absence before returning. Steve Addazio, Florida's offensive coordinator, will guide the team in Meyer's absence.

"Our exhaustive search led us back to where we started," athletic director Jeremy Foley said. "There were many qualified candidates, but we were pleased to attract a coach of Urban's caliber."

The Hottest-Selling T-Shirt in Alabama

At least one entrepreneur is already cashing in on the fall of Tim Tebow in Saturday's Southeastern Conference championship game. Thanks to the Midwest Correspondent.

Latest Example of Official Having a Hand in Gator Win

The surprise is that the referee didn't dust Tim Tebow off before sending him back to the huddle. Thanks to Stan!

Two Penalties on One Play That Are Not Called

Ignore the fact that Tim Tebow should not be in the game with Florida leading Vanderbilt, 27-3, with 5:57 remaining in the fourth quarter, or that the Gators have no business throwing the ball in a classless attempt to run up the score.

Let's focus on this play, a 64-yard pass from Tebow to tight end Aaron Hernandez. Watch as Florida receiver Frankie Hammond gets away with a block in the back on Vanderbilt defensive back Eddie Foster. A few steps later, Hernandez grabs the facemask of Commodore safety Sean Richardson and there is no flag.

Georgia Cheap Shot

Georgia linebacker Nick Williams delivers an intentional late hit on Florida's Tim Tebow long after the quarterback handed off to running back Jeff Demps. Totally uncalled for.

Florida Cheap Shot

Watch Florida linebacker Brandon Spikes go for the eye gouge on Georgia running back Washaun Ealey. Thanks to Adam.

The evidence is damning on this one, and Spikes should be suspended. It will be interesting to see how Southeastern Conference commissioner Mike Slive handles this one. Perhaps the league office will take the lead of its officiating crews and just look the other way.

Update: The high-definition version of the play is below. Thanks to Stan!