Lehargic Florida Gators swamp Vanderbilt

Nov 8th, 2009 - MiamiHerald

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GAINESVILLE -- Brandon Spikes showed up to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday without his signature beard. Perhaps it was a sign the Florida middle linebacker somehow has changed after his highly publicized attempt to gouge the eyes of a Georgia running back.

Although Spikes was visibly different, the Gators defense didn't change much despite not having its star All-American in the game. With Spikes serving a one-game suspension for his unsportsmanlike behavior, the defense turned in one of its best performances of the season and No. 1 Florida defeated Vanderbilt 27-3. The win moved UF closer to the Southeastern Conference title game Dec. 5 at the Georgia Dome -- a trip it clinched last week.

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