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Excellent size and athletic ability. Made the most of his opportunity when stepping in for injured starter Manuel Johnson (dislocated elbow). Overall, Chaney had 27 receptions for 467 yards and two touchdowns. Had five catches for 128 yards against Nebraska and six receptions for 105 yards against Kansas."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Phil Loadholt","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "79 , LT, Sr.
Third-team All-American by the Associated Press. Tallest and heaviest player on Oklahoma’s roster. Junior-college transfer who has been overpowering in his two seasons with the Sooners, but occasionally has difficulty against smaller, quicker defensive ends. A big man practically his whole life, Loadholt was a 300-pounder at age 14."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Duke Robinson","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "72 , LG, Sr.
Consensus first-team All-American who is considered one of the finest offensive linemen in Oklahoma history. Powerful drive blocker who plays with ferocious attitude. Originally from Atlanta, deep in SEC country, he considered Florida before signing with the Sooners. Excellent agility. NFL scouts already are drooling, and they love his versatility."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Jon Cooper","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "50 , C, Sr.
Veteran leader and unsung hero of Oklahoma’s offensive line. Second-team All-Big 12. His 40 starts are the most among current Sooners players. Leads the team in knockdowns (118) and snaps (775)."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Brandon Walker","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "73 , RG, Sr.
Junior-college transfer who has added athleticism and savvy to Oklahoma’s offensive line in his two seasons with the Sooners. Led all Oklahoma offensive linemen with a 36-inch vertical jump during preseason conditioning tests."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Trent Williams","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "71 , RT, Jr.
Doesn’t get the accolades of other Oklahoma offensive linemen – such as guard Duke Robinson – but could become the best player of all. Excellent technique and footwork. Has clocked a 4.82 in the 40-yard dash. First-team All-Big 12."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Jermaine Gresham","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "18 , TE, Jr.
Matchup nightmare. One of the nation’s top tight ends and probably Oklahoma’s best at the position since Keith Jackson, a consensus All-American in 1987. Has 24 career touchdowns, including 12 this season. Has become more of an intermediate-to-deep threat, averaging 22.1 yards on his touchdown receptions. Overall this season, has 58 receptions for 888 yards. "; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Juaquin Iglesias","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "9 , WR, Sr.
Big-play man who also excels as a kick returner. Has emerged as a prime NFL draft prospect. Runs great routes. Oklahoma’s leading receiver with 69 catches for 1,092 yards and 10 touchdowns. Has caught a TD pass in his last four games. Delivered in the Big 12 championship game against Missouri with nine receptions for 125 yards and two touchdowns. Best performance was against Kansas (12 catches, 191 yards)."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Sam Bradford","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "14 , QB, So.
Heisman Trophy winner and first-team All-American. Superb leader and pocket passer who is deadly accurate. Completed 68.3 percent of his passes for 4,464 yards, 48 touchdowns and just six interceptions. Has led the nation in passing efficiency both of his seasons. Has record-setting 84 touchdown passes as a freshman and sophomore (breaking mark of 55, held by former Florida QB Rex Grossman). Only the second sophomore in history to win the Heisman (along with Florida QB Tim Tebow in 2007)."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Chris Brown","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "29 , RB, Jr.
Coming on strong with 11 touchdowns in the last four games. Overall, he has rushed for 1,110 yards and 20 touchdowns. Nearly one-third (31.6 percent) of his career rushes have resulted in a touchdown or first down. Must pick up the slack for DeMarco Murray (1,002), who was injured in the Big 12 Championship Game and underwent season-ending surgery. Mossis Madu also will see action in the backfield."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Ryan Broyles","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "85 , WR, Fr.
Oklahoma’s next great wide receiver. Hometown product from Norman who has enjoyed a breakout season in his first year. Speed guy who is elusive in the open field. Had 42 catches for 661 yards and six touchdowns. In his debut, had seven receptions for 141 yards against Cincinnati. "; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Oklahoma defense","","","","", "sub", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Jeremy Beal","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "44 , DE, so.
Big-play man off the edge. Has 14 tackles for a loss and 8.5 sacks. Second-team All-Big 12. Had 10 tackles against Cincinnati. Had two sacks in each of the final two regular-season games."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Gerald McCoy","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "93 , DT, So.
Second-team All-American by the Associated Press and first-team All-Big 12. Disruptive force on the interior of Oklahoma’s defensive line. High quality student and citizen who is considered one of the team’s role models. Has made great strides with his intensity and playing with positive emotion. Has 4.5 sacks and 10 tackles for a loss."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Adrian Taylor","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "86 , DT, So.
Physical, cerebral player who is coming on strong. Has 6.5 tackles for a loss and 4.5 sacks. Played mostly in a reserve role as a freshman, but started the Fiesta Bowl."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Auston English","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "33 , DE, Jr.
Dominant force on the defensive line who is expected back at full strength after missing some time to injury. Preseason defensive player of the year in the Big 12. Played in 10 games and registered nine tackles for a loss and 4.5 sacks. First-team All-Big 12 as a sophomore."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Keenan Clayton","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "22 , OLB, Jr.
Displays sideline-to-sideline intensity. Team’s third-leading tackler (76). Had 10 tackles for a loss and 4.5 sacks. Had a career-high 14 tackles at Baylor. Runs 4.47 in the 40-yard dash."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Mike Balogun","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "10 , MLB, Jr.
Stepped in for junior Ryan Reynolds, who suffered a season-ending right knee injury against Texas. Played in nine games and has seven tackles."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Travis Lewis","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "28 , OLB, Fr.
One of the nation’s best freshman defensive players and Oklahoma’s all-time leading freshman tackler. Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year. Has team-leading 135 tackles, including 19 against Texas, when he tied the school’s all-time freshman single-game mark (Brian Bosworth vs. Nebraska, 1984).

"; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Dominique Franks","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "15 , CB, So.
Shows propensity for making the big play. Second-team All-Big 12. Has a pair of touchdowns – a 39-yard fumble recovery at Texas A&M and an 18-yard interception return against Nebraska. Overall, has four interceptions and 39 tackles."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Brian Jackson","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "2 , CB, Jr.
Getting better with experience. Has 67 tackles to rank fourth on the Sooners in his first full-time season as a starter. Has four tackles for a loss, leading all players in the Oklahoma secondary."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Lendy Holmes","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "11 , FS, Sr.
Second-team All-Big 12. Led the Sooners with five interceptions. Team’s second-leading tackler (79). Converted from receiver in 2006. Played eight different positions during his high-school career. "; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Nic Harris","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "5 , SS, Sr.
Reliable veteran presence. Third-team All-American by the Associated Press. Has 47 career starts at safety. Strong on run support with 64 tackles"; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Florida offense","","","","", "sub", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Percy Harvin","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "1 , WR, Jr.
Versatile weapon and game-breaking threat as a pass-catcher or ball-carrier. First-team All-SEC as an all-purpose player. Missed the SEC title game against Alabama with a high ankle sprain, but he’s expected to be able to play against OU. Has at least one TD in each of the last 14 games in which he has participated. Rushed for 538 yards and ranks second nationally in average yards per carry (8.8). Has 35 receptions for 595 yards (17.0 average) and nine TDs."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Phil Trautwein","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "75 , LT, Sr.
Florida’s offensive line received a huge boost with his return. Missed all of 2007 with stress fracture in his right foot after starting all 14 games in Florida’s national championship season of 2006. Excellent technician with a good frame and solid fundamentals. Held Florida State’s Everette Brown, one of the nation’s top pass-rushers, without a sack. First-team All-SEC."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Carl Johnson","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "57 , LG, So.
Entered Florida as a big-time recruit in 2006, but has really picked up his play in the late season. Has started seven of the past nine games. Has responded to the challenge of improving his work ethic. Physically overpowering in high school, but is learning about the nuances of the college game. Johnson has stepped in for senior Jim Tartt, who has been limited by injuries."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Maurkice Pouncey","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "56 , C, So.
Difference-maker who shifted to center after starting 11 games at right guard last season. Plays alongside his twin brother, Mike, the right guard. In 2007 (along with teammate Joe Haden) became the seventh and eighth true freshmen to start for Florida on opening day."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Mike Pouncey","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "55 , RG, So.
Moved back to the offensive line after starting four games at defensive tackle last season. Back in his natural position after helping out an injury depleted defensive unit. Plays alongside his twin brother, Maurkice, the center. Graded out a season-high 97 percent (with four knockdowns) against LSU. "; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Jason Watkins","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "77 , RT, Sr.
Shifted over from left tackle, where he filled in for the injured Phil Trautwein in 2007, and has now started 26 consecutive games. Made a nice transition to the new position, where he has displayed plenty of toughness and smarts."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Aaron Hernandez","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "81 , TE, So.
Vastly improved player who has developed into an offensive weapon. Has three touchdown receptions in his last four games. Has 29 receptions for 324 yards (11.2 average) and five touchdowns overall."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Louis Murphy","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "9 , WR, Sr.
Deep threat who has developed into a consistent performer. Florida’s leading receiver with 36 catches for 611 yards (17.0 average) and six touchdowns. Has caught at least one pass in 26 straight games, the fourth-longest streak in the SEC."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Tim Tebow","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "15 , QB, Jr.
Finished third in the Heisman Trophy voting (to Oklahoma QB Sam Bradford and Texas QB Colt McCoy) after winning the 2007 award as a sophomore. SEC Offensive Player of the Year. Has thrown 113 consecutive passes without an interception (after having an earlier streak of 203 straight passes). Has accounted for 108 career touchdowns, including 40 this season (28 passing, 12 rushing). Has rushed for 1,928 career yards and 35 touchdowns in the past two seasons (as many or more than 50 FBS teams). Has thrown multiple touchdown passes in nine straight games."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Chris Rainey","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "3 , RB, Fr.
Electrifying runner who leads Florida with 655 yards. Ranks fifth nationally in average yards per carry (7.9). Has six runs of 30 or more yards. Had a pair of 100-yard rushing games (142 vs. The Citadel, 103 vs. Arkansas). Rainey will split time with Jeff Demps, an equally speedy back and true freshman."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Riley Cooper","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "11 , WR, Jr.
Heady player who always seems to be in the right place for big plays on offense and special teams. Excellent blocker. Has 16 receptions for 233 yards (14.6 average) and three touchdowns. In his career, has nine receiving touchdowns on just 28 touches. "; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Florida defense","","","","", "sub", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Justin Trattou","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "94 , DE, So.
Versatile lineman who has found a home at defensive end. Had five tackles and a half-sack against South Carolina. Overall, has 27 tackles. Carlos Dunlap, who leads the SEC in sacks (nine) and Florida’s team with an 88-inch wingspan, will also see plenty of action on a defensive line that’s deep in mix-and-match parts."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Lawrence Marsh","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "90 , DT, So.
Rugged performer who often goes underappreciated (by everyone except his teammates). Does the dirty work. Found his rhythm after beginning his Florida career as a seldom used defensive end. Has three sacks and 25 tackles."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Terron Sanders","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "92 , DT, So.
Rapidly improving performer who has made an impact after barely playing as a freshman. Has 21 tackles, including four for a loss. Uses his strength and leverage to great advantage."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Jermaine Cunningham","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "49 , DE, Jr.
Second-team All-SEC. Has improved his pass-rushing skills exponentially with each season. A bit under-sized, but uses his speed and technique to defeat much larger blockers. Has six sacks and 51 tackles. Had key 11-yard sack of Alabama’s John Parker Wilson in the SEC Championship Game. "; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Brandon Hicks","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "40 , OLB, So.
Versatile player who’s effective at all three linebacker positions, but has found a home on the strong side. Excels on special teams. Has 32 tackles. Sophomore A.J. Jones will also see playing time on the strong side."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Brandon Spikes","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "51 , MLB, Jr.
Inspirational player who took it upon himself to become the leader of Florida’s vastly improved defense. First-team All-American by the Associated Press and unanimous first-team All-SEC. Has four interceptions, taking two back for touchdowns. Has team-leading 87 tackles with eight tackles for a loss and two sacks. Has led the Gators in tackles in 10 of his last 17 games. Had team-leading 131 tackles in 2007."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Ryan Stamper","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "41 , OLB, Jr.
Emerged as a surprise playmaker on Florida’s defense. Has started 10 games, including one at middle linebacker. Has 35 tackles. Broke his thumb against Hawaii and played most of the season with a cast. Junior Dustin Doe will also see action at weakside linebacker."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Janoris Jenkins","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "29 , CB, Fr.
Major boost to Florida’s defense as a true freshman. Has 11 starts. Tough-minded player who relishes the challenge of defending top-flight opposing receivers. Has three interceptions, including one each in the final two regular-season games. Had career-high nine tackles against LSU."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Joe Haden","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "5 , CB, So.
Second-team All-SEC. Matured into Florida’s second-leading tackler (77). Last season, he was the first true freshman cornerback in Florida history to start on opening day. Has three interceptions, returned for an eye-popping 136 yards. His fourth-quarter interception allowed Florida to run out the clock in the SEC Championship Game. Had 88-yard interception return against Georgia."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Major Wright","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "21 , FS, So.
Big hitter, enforcer and defensive leader. Has made an impact almost since the moment he arrived on campus as a freshman. Third in tackles (57) and tied career-high with 11 at Arkansas. Registered first touchdown of his career with 32-yard interception return against Hawaii."; spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i++] = new Array("","Ahmad Black","","","","", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", "", ""); spt_BCStitle_matchups_09[i-1].body = "35 , SS, So.
Emerged as a major playmaker in Florida’s secondary after converting from cornerback. Honorable mention All-SEC. Has six interceptions, tied for fourth-best in school history, and two were returned for touchdowns. Had 80-yard touchdown return against Hawaii. Blocked a field goal in the fourth quarter at Arkansas that led to a touchdown. Ranks fourth on the team in tackles (54)."; // END editorial data