On this final Sunday of 2009...

On this final Sunday of 2009 Urban Meyer is going to have a pres conference addressing his stepping down as Florida's football coach. This marks a new chapter for the program, himself and all of college football. His incredible success on the field will be in the record books but what myself and others will remember is his irreplaceable mentor-ship that influenced his players outside of the game. Urban Meyer is a man of great faith and integrity that is not easily matched. He encouraged those around him to be a better person and was a role model that was devoted to the University and college football. Meyer's love for Jesus kept his priorities in line and his family was of the utmost importance to him. To me, his resignation is a tad bit surprising because he said he wanted to coach for Florida as long as they would have him. However, with a hospital stay days after the SEC National Championship game December 5, as well as continual chest pain and other symptoms of a bigger problem, Meyer definitely needs some "me" time. I think possibly his biggest strength is his invaluable, unteachable leadership and morals. Fortunately for the Gators, and frankly for all of us, he will continue to be a part of their football program and instill in the young men the values and lessons that will make them better people. Anybody can learn the game of football and become a professor of the game, but it takes somebody special to have the ability to reach his players and influence them the way Coach Meyer does. So on New Year's Day, everyone should watch the All State Sugar Bowl (on Fox) and see Meyer, Tim Tebow, Charlie Strong and the seniors play their last game for the University of Florida. It will undoubtedly be special.