In today’s preview, we will begin to look at the right side of the Florida Gators’ line. The starting Right Guard for the Gators is one of the best in the league, and stands next to his twin brother, Maurkice, each and every down. The Right Guards for Florida are very strong, and specialize in blocking for the run.

Starting at Right Guard for the Gators is Mike Pouncey. The 6′5″ guard is one of the best in the nation. In his career, Mike has seen action in 25 games, including 17 starts. He was a 2008 All-SEC selection and an AP All-SEC Honorable Mention. Mike had a great game in the season opener against Hawaii, were he was named the Offensive Linemen of the Game. Against Tennessee, Mike was named a UF Offensive Player of The Week. In the game against LSU, Mike had his best game of the season, and recorded four knockdowns. Pouncey is an amazing talent, and he showed this in his freshman year, when he made a quick change to defensive line against Vanderbilt because of too many injuries on the D line. In 2009, Mike will continue his dominance and bring home many more awards.

Behind the All-American Right Guard is redshirt freshman, Sam Robey. A versatile linemen, Robey can play either guard or center. He missed last season due to a knee injury he suffered. Robey had a ton of success while in high school, including three state championships and being co-named the state’s best player. Despite all his success prior to college, Robey needs to look past all that and begin to focus on carrying his previous success over to UF.

Going into 2009, the Gators seem to be solid at Right Guard. As we continue to finish up the offensive line, we notice that the Gators don’t have any weaknesses, which is not common in today’s game. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s preview of the Right Tackle, as we finish up the offensive line.