As the Florida Gators begin their first spring practices under new head coach Dan Mullen, a new era has begun. An era of toughness, an era of intensity, and most importantly, an era of confidence from the head man – something that has been lacking in Gainesville for the last seven seasons.
Since he was hired in November from Mississippi State, and throughout numerous press conferences and “Gator Club” meetings, it is not hard to notice Mullen’s confidence in his ability. He accepted the Florida job knowing the expectations and mentioned countless times that he “embraces” those. Former Mississippi State quarterback Tyson Lee told Ryan Young at SEC Country, “He had a confidence that I think people followed.