1969 Gator Bowl
The 1969 Gator Bowl was a post-season college football bowl game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Gators of the University of Florida, both representing the SEC. Florida defeated Tennessee 14–13.[1] This is Tampa native's Steve Kiner's only game against the Gators.
Game summary
The expected high-scoring battle featuring UF's "Super Sophs" passing attack against UT's powerful ground game led by quarterback Bobby Scott never materialized,[2] as both defenses were superb in the Gators' 14-13 win. Quarterback John Reaves connected with wide receiver Carlos Alvarez for the Gators' only offensive touchdown, and the Gator defense stopped the Vols at Florida's one-yard line late in the game to preserve the victory. The game's MVP was Florida linebacker Mike Kelley, who had an interception, a fumble recovery, a blocked punt recovered for a TD, a sack, and 17 tackles.[3]
| Scoring summary |
| Quarter |
Time |
Drive |
Team |
Scoring information |
Score |
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| Plays |
Yards |
TOP |
FLA |
TEN |
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FLA |
Fumble recovery returned 8 yards for touchdown by Mike Kelley, Dick Franco kick good |
7 |
0
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| 2 |
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TEN |
Lester McClain 63-yard touchdown reception from Bobby Scott, George Hunt kick good |
7 |
7
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| 2 |
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TEN |
2-yard field goal by George Hunt |
7 |
10
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| 3 |
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TUL |
Carlos Alvarez 9-yard touchdown reception from John Reaves, Dick Franco kick good |
14 |
10
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| 4 |
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TEN |
9-yard field goal by George Hunt |
14 |
13
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| "TOP" = time of possession. For other American football terms, see Glossary of American football. |
14 |
13 |
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See also
References
External links
Video of game
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- There was a Gator Bowl in January and December in 1954, 1960, 1965, 1971, 1989, and 1991.
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Pound sign (#) denotes national championship game.
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Pound sign (#) denotes national championship game.
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