So, Saban likes Coach Mac. Interesting thoughts here from him on our coach.
Interesting Saban told him to coach like himself, not like Saban. I wonder if Saban said that to Kiffin. Saban on McElwain Alabama coach Nick Saban is highly complimentary of UF coach Jim McElwain, who served as Saban’s offensive coordinator at Alabama for four years (2008-11). The two have remained close. “Jim did a fantastic job for us,” Saban said. “He had great relationships with the players. He worked really well with the staff. He's a good football coach in every way, not only in being creative in how to attack a defense, but also in teaching the players how to do it. “I think Mack was a great personality, got along well with everybody. I think you see a lot of that in him. But he's also a very competitive, very serious guy that does a great job in preparing our team here for what they had to play against. Just did an outstanding job for us in every way. “I think he's one of the most likable guys we've ever had on our staff and obviously one of the best coaches.” McElwain on Saban McElwain retold the story about his awkward first communication with Saban when Saban approached him about becoming his offensive coordinator. “Well, I hung up on him because I thought one of my buddies was messing with me,” McElwain said. “I didn’t even know there was a job at Alabama. I’m glad he called back. It obviously has meant a lot to me. He thought enough of what we had done previously to give us an opportunity for that seat. That’s a valued seat right there. And the one thing he told me when we came in was they were a little short on offensive talent at the time. He said, ‘Look, just give yourself a little time because we’ll get players. And sure enough, they’ve done that. And they continue to do it.” McElwain said the big thing he took from Saban was to be his own man, his own coach. “He said you can’t do it like I did. Or can’t do it like Coach Hill or Coach Smith or Coach Hisle or Coach whoever that i,” McElwain said. “He said you’ve got to do it like you. And, you know, that really has stuck with me, as far as not being something I’m not. And yet, taking the things that you learn about how to be successful and put your own spin on it.” Oliver Barry, CRS, GRI Real Estate Broker PARKS 305B Indian Lake Blvd Suite 220 Hendersonville TN 37075 Phone: 615-826-4040 Mobile: 615-972-4239 <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Shane Ford Sent: Monday, November 28, 2016 6:34 PM To: GatorNews Subject: [gatornews] [SUN]: UF Notebook: Gators' injury list resembling pretty good team UF Notebook: Gators' injury list resembling pretty good team <http://g52-gxweb.newscyclecloud.com/apps/pbcsi.dll/bilde?Site=GS&Date=20161128&Category=ARTICLES&ArtNo=161129955&Ref=AR&imageVersion=Main&MaxW=445&border=0> Florida defensive linemen Jordan Sherit, left, and Keivonnis Davis run a drill during a practice earlier this season. Sherit is out for Saturday's game, allowing Davis even more playing time. (Matt Stamey/Correspondent/file) By <http://www.gatorsports.com/personalia/robbieandreu> Robbie Andreu Gainesville SUN Staff writer Published: Monday, November 28, 2016 at 5:19 p.m. Last Modified: Monday, November 28, 2016 at 5:19 p.m. With an injury list that continues to grow, the Florida Gators will be without multiple starters for Saturday’s SEC Championship Game against No. 1 Alabama. Defensive end Jordan Sherit, who requires knee surgery after getting injured in the FSU game, is the latest starter to fall. The Gators will now have at least seven starters out Saturday, and that number could increase over the course of the week, UF coach Jim McElwain said Monday. Six starters are definitely out on defense -- Sherit, end Bryan Cox Jr., linebackers Jarrad David and Alex Anzalone and safeties Marcus Maye and Nick Washington. Linebacker Daniel McMillian (shoulder) and safety Duke Dawson (ankle) will be re-evaluated later in the week. “Nick Washington probably will be out again. I know he’s going to try everything he can to go, but as of right now he’s out,” McElwain said. “Daniel McMillian, who played with that shoulder throughout the (FSU) game and wouldn't pull himself out. He’s one of those who has to be a day-to-day evaluation. Duke Dawson won't practice at least for a couple days. Hope to get him out there Wednesday. Jury’s out on that one.” The Gators appear especially vulnerable at the safety positions, where Maye, Dawson and reserve Jeawon Taylor are out and Dawson is questionable. “We’re getting pretty thin back there. That’s just the way it is,” McElwain said. On offense, center Cam Dillard (knee) remains out, while starting left guard Martez Ivey and starting wide receiver Ahmad Fulwood are questionable. Ivey re-injured his ankle in the FSU game and Fulwood injured his ankle in the game. Quarterback Luke Del Rio will be available on a very limited basis. “I’ve got to say how proud I am of Martez Ivey to give an effort last week,” McElwain said. “Shows his toughness and his want. Where he’ll be this week, he’ll be limited again as we move forward.” McElwain said he will have an updated injury list following Wednesday’s practice. “Obviously, these first couple days of practice, some guys who want to have a chance to go play have to do a great job mentally to stay involved in the game plan,” he said. “One of the things we talked about, whatever you can do to give to your team -- even if it’s just one play, even if it’s the availability and energy to help the guys who are out there -- that is what it’s going to take. I know our guys are looking forward to that.” Saban on McElwain Alabama coach Nick Saban is highly complimentary of UF coach Jim McElwain, who served as Saban’s offensive coordinator at Alabama for four years (2008-11). The two have remained close. “Jim did a fantastic job for us,” Saban said. “He had great relationships with the players. He worked really well with the staff. He's a good football coach in every way, not only in being creative in how to attack a defense, but also in teaching the players how to do it. “I think Mack was a great personality, got along well with everybody. I think you see a lot of that in him. But he's also a very competitive, very serious guy that does a great job in preparing our team here for what they had to play against. Just did an outstanding job for us in every way. “I think he's one of the most likable guys we've ever had on our staff and obviously one of the best coaches.” McElwain on Saban McElwain retold the story about his awkward first communication with Saban when Saban approached him about becoming his offensive coordinator. “Well, I hung up on him because I thought one of my buddies was messing with me,” McElwain said. “I didn’t even know there was a job at Alabama. I’m glad he called back. It obviously has meant a lot to me. He thought enough of what we had done previously to give us an opportunity for that seat. That’s a valued seat right there. And the one thing he told me when we came in was they were a little short on offensive talent at the time. He said, ‘Look, just give yourself a little time because we’ll get players. And sure enough, they’ve done that. And they continue to do it.” McElwain said the big thing he took from Saban was to be his own man, his own coach. “He said you can’t do it like I did. Or can’t do it like Coach Hill or Coach Smith or Coach Hisle or Coach whoever that i,” McElwain said. “He said you’ve got to do it like you. And, you know, that really has stuck with me, as far as not being something I’m not. And yet, taking the things that you learn about how to be successful and put your own spin on it.” Sent From Shane's iPhone Go Gators! & Skål Vikes! ALPCA #8756 Europlate #1045 -- -- GATORS: ONE VOICE ON SATURDAY - NO VOICE ON SUNDAY! 1996 National Football Champions | 2006 National Basketball Champions 2006 National Football Champions | 2007 National Basketball Champions 2008 National Football Champions | Three Heisman Trophy winners: Steve Spurrier (1966), Danny Wuerffel (1996), Tim Tebow (2007) --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "GatorNews" group. 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