COLUMBIA, S.C. -- True freshman Xavier Nixon started at left offensive tackle Saturday for Florida, becoming the first true freshman to start at left tackle for the Gators since Reggie Green in 1992.
Florida moved Carl Johnson inside to left guard. The Gators felt like they were best last season up front when Johnson was playing inside at guard.
Nixon has gone against South Carolina pass-rushing specialist Eric Norwood several times in the first half and held his own.
Florida moved Carl Johnson inside to left guard. The Gators felt like they were best last season up front when Johnson was playing inside at guard.
Nixon has gone against South Carolina pass-rushing specialist Eric Norwood several times in the first half and held his own.
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