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Urban Meyer’s return could inspire Billy Gonzales, Gators against No. 20 Tennessee

GAINESVILLE — Even at age 54 and all these years later, Billy Gonzales still calls Urban Meyer, “Coach.”

Gonzales hopes he — and the Gators — can make Meyer proud when Tennessee comes to town.

The iconic 61-year-old will be honored prior to Saturday night’s clash ahead of his Dec. 9 induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. Meyer coached Gonzales as a Colorado State receiver and was his boss at three stops, including UF (2005-09).

The Gators’ interim coach will be inspired to lead UF past the No.