Keep in mind he wasn't sure about coming to Knoxville until a day or two prior to coming.im not trying to be negative....just real. The only thing IMO Florida has on us is that they've won lately. That's not homerism, that's how I see it. Seeing him holding the NC trophy in Knoxville said alot. It says we've been there done that too. Our stadium is better, Knoxville is better. Gainesville smells like hotdog water...the entire city. Stereotypically one would think Knoxville is redneckish. But actually Gainesville is loaded with backwoods hicks.
Point being...it's easy to listen to the douches on ESPN rant and rave about certain programs, Florida included. But him coming to Knoxville helps put things in perspective for him. Programs might have seen a bit more success the past few years, but we've got a big time program on the hill. As big as they come. I think he realizes that.