As I gathered my thoughts to write my final blog for The Scout Leader, I realized I’ve seen and done so much in my four years with The Sun that I could write for days.
However, I don’t have time for that and you certainly don’t.
As some of you might know from stalking my Facebook or subtle Twitter drops, I’m leaving The Sun on Monday to cover SEC football with Chris Low on ESPN’s blog network. I’ve always dreamed of covering just college football and this is a great opportunity to do just that.
But I wouldn’t have gotten this chance without my experience at The Sun. And what a four-year experience it’s been for me. From cutting out my first story to appear in the sports section (a story about Kestahn Moore that sits on my desk in my home office) to wild and wacky journey I’ve been on while covering recruiting.
Recruiting might have worn me down mentally and physically, but without the work I put in I don’t know if I’d be writing this today. Traveling around to watch the best high school football players on Friday nights and watching future stars compete at camps and combines was a blast.
Though there are a lot of mental games played in the recruiting world, it’s been a hell of a ride and I’ve taken pride in what I was able to do in my time on the beat. I’ve been lied to countless times (thank you for the unwanted national exposure and multiple radio interviews Nu’Keese Richardson) and I’ve had to dig quite deep to get accurate information. The beast that is recruiting is one like no other in sports, but to be able to continuously compete with regular recruiting writers and websites makes me feel like I did the job I set out to do.
I’ve got stories for DAYS when it comes to the recruiting world. Maybe if I see you out with a cold one in your hand I’ll tell you some one day.
Of course, I was first hired to help with football coverage. Covering Florida’s football program has been a wild ride in itself. From covering a Heisman Trophy winner in Tim Tebow, to two SEC championships and a national championship, I don’t think I could have asked for anything better. Well, I was hoping to make my first trip to California last year, but someone had to ruin those plans. Thanks, Alabama!
From watching Percy Harvin perform better in person than on video games to being shut out of spring practices, covering the Gators has been an adventure. There were ups and downs, but to have the experience at my age is something I wouldn’t trade.
Oh, and getting to cover the Orange Bowl during the ’08 season gave me the chance to dominate other media members in Wii Tennis. I’m looking at you Stewart Mandel.
But football wasn’t my only responsibility. I’ve spent countless times in the press box at McKethan Stadium watching Florida’s top-notch baseball team over the years. Kevin O’Sullivan is building something special there, guys. How’s this for irony? The year I would get to travel to Omaha (if Florida made it to the College World Series) I won’t be covering the team anymore.
Track and field has always been one of the more exciting sports to cover and watching Florida’s men’s and women’s track teams during relays is something I advise everyone to witness while Mike Holloway is still in town.
While my basketball coverage was limited, the moment I won’t ever forget was when Chandler Parsons’ buzzer-beater against South Carolina last year required me to delete my entire sidebar on Devan Downey right before deadline. Oh and I can’t forget about the time I was pushed to the second row for media when Kentucky came to town. Had to make room for the bow tie guy …
The list just goes on when it comes to sports, but what really sticks out to me are the relationships I built along the way. Road trips with Robbie Andreu and Pat Dooley were great. Barbecue pits in Alabama and Dooley’s endless iPod are what I lived for. Listening to Robbie’s war stories from being on the beat are priceless. And Kevin Brockway’s karaoke is a treat for everyone.
I won’t forget working for one of the best bosses in the world in Arnold Feliciano or being pushed (in a good way) by Jeff Barlis when it came to churning out content.
Of course, I can’t leave out the readers. All the mailbag questions, the compliments and criticism. Couldn’t get enough of any of it. However, the guys who didn’t want me to have a female celebrity to sponsor my mailbag, shame on you. Come on!
It’s been a fun ride, and while it’s sad to see it end, I’m excited about my new adventure. Plus, I’ll still be in the SEC, so I’ll be popping in and out of Gainesville from time to time.
Before I go, I’d like to dedicate my four years at The Sun and my new beginning to my parents, Peter and Patricia. They were both writers and professors, so whatever “talent” I have came from them. A year ago today, my mother passed away, eight years after my father. My mom kept up with all my work and watched as many Florida games as she could so she could make sense of what I was writing about. I’m pretty sure she could describe the spread option offense perfectly in 15 seconds or less.
Here’s to making them proud.
Thank you Ed, and good luck.
Thank you for keeping us as up to speed as possible on Gator recruiting! You will be missed. God speed.
thanks for all the gator info ed good luck to you i bet its gonna be great working with espn maybe you’ll be on the network in another few years
congradulations! cant wait to read your stuff on espn.
You’re awesome, Ed. Thanks for your work at the Sun. You’re already 1000x better than Chris Low in my opinion.
While every1 was worried about this yr. last yr. recruit n 1 post i said it edward i said that we might b loosing the biggest recruit yet & i wasn’t talking about the players i was talking about ed i think i wrote it on when we didn’t get neither l-backer Ed is great at what he do um surprised it took this long we all know espn was gonna come knocking. just want 2 say thanks Ed 4 the great job u did 4 the Gatornation sky the limit 4 u my guy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK U
Best of luck on your new job, Ed. We’ll keep up with your work.
Go Gators!
Congrats and thanks!! See you on ESPN…
We’ll miss ya Ed. But what a day to chose to say you’re leaving. Here’s to hoping you are staying. 4/1/11
You’ve been a great addition to the Sun and an even better addition to Twitter.
Good luck to you, sir!
Ed,
You definitely made your parents proud. You’ve done an incredible job, and I know there are countless readers that will be disappointed not to see your column on Gatorsports any longer. I’m looking forward to your work at ESPN, however, and I wish you the best of luck.
Good luck at ESPN and GO GATORS!!!!
Good Luck Ed! I have enjoyed your work at The Sun. I will continue to follow you at ESPN. Thanks for your hard work. Go Gators!
Best of luck you, Ed. You did a great job for the paper and for the fans. I look forward to reading your stuff on ESPN’s blogosphere. Although, I read Low regularly already, you’ll be a welcome addition. It’ll be nice to have a little Florida flavor infused over there…even though we know you’ll have to be objective…well at least ESPN’s version of objective. Good luck, man!
Ed, your parents raised one fine young man. Remember them the rest of your life and they will never leave you. The very best of luck to you in your happiness and career. Go Gators, Go Ed!!
Ben.
Best of luck Ed. Looking forward to reading you on the SEC Blog. Maybe you can balance out the Tennessee in Chris with some Gator love!
WOW, This is certaintly bitter sweet. This is kinda like losing your four year all sec starter at QB. Ed thanks for the timely updates and the passion you brought to what you do. It really shows you love it. ESPN is getting a good one and we are losing a good one. Best wishes to you. Go Gators!!!
Now who the heck is going to replace him??? This is going to be tough.
Ed, following the lead story on Gatorsports.com, I always looked next for your most recent entry. Your enthusiasm, style, and objectivity consistenly made your articles an interesting read. Thanks for the time, talent and treasure you brought and left for all of us who call ourselves Gator fans. May your professional career be surpassed only by the quality of the rest of your life.
Good luck at ESPN…can’t wait to folle your reports over there…
Thanks Ed for all the hard work in regards to getting all the news on Gator recruiting. You will be missed but I also check on Chris Low’s blog on ESPN.com and will do the same for yours! best of luck!
Ed,
I’ve enjoyed reading your blog over the years. I wish nothing but the best of luck with ESPN. I will continue to follow your progress. Go Gators!
Congratulations! You certainly deserve this promotion!!!!
Preciate all of your hard work and time!!! Thanks Ed!!!
Sucs,but thanks for your hard work,Gator Nation will miss you sorely.
Ed,
You have been a true professional and although you need no luck..we wish you well. Thanks for the honest and hard work.
Gosh Ed, Iam going to miss your insight and intelligent writing on the blog, although I am excited that you are heade to chris low blog. So thanks for everything and good luck!!
Ed,
We’ll all miss your reporting and great insights into Gator recruiting. You were able to achieve a great blend of quality and quantity of reporting, and have set the bar high for your replacement. Best of luck to you at ESPN.
Boohooo…. I’m sorry that you’re leaving us. Thank you for your feeding my college sports fix.
Amazing, how many Gators work for ESPN??? Good luck with them, I look forward to read your articles.
You will be sorely missed, Ed. You did a great job keeping us informed. You leave some big shoes to fill.
Good luck at ESPN, may it be everything you hope it will.
Ed, Good luck at ESPN and in all your future endeavers. This opportunity was certainly well-earned. Thanks for all you have done for us at the GSMB. Your hard work and dedication was obvious to all. You are the best on the recuiting front and will be sorely missed.
Ed.
In short time, you made Gatorsports.com required reading for all your dedication to recruiting and Gator sports. While I will miss your updates on this site I look forward to your new reports on ESPN. I am a big Chris Low fan. A very nice tribute to your parents and Gatorsports colleagues. Your parents raised you properly to remember and respect those who have helped you along the way. Contune the great work. You are indeed a fine professional and truly have a great passion for your craft.
It was only a matter of time, congrats!!
The Sun just lost their very best sports writer.
Good luck, Ed. Thank you.
Ed, you will be missed. You were at the top of my favorite journalists covering Gator football. I hope you keep your Gators bias. Good luck man.
APRIL FOOLS RIGHT ED????
Good luck, God bless!
The ESPN world will be much brighter with you as a leader. I will dearlt miss your insightful reporting on the Gators, especially football recruiting. Best wishes for wherever your heart leads you…you will be successful!
Ed, you will be missed. So happy for you man! Your momma and daddy would definitely be proud…Gator Nation wishes you well!
Thanks Ed,
You deserve it, you were great here and we expect no less from you at ESPN because you are that good. Your parents were proud of you as are we. Thanks for going through all the battles for and with us, because even though much of it was fun it had to be some very rough times as well. Good Luck!! Enjoy you NEW JOB!!! The Gator Nation Loves You!!
Wow, Ed, best of luck with your new gig. Have really enjoyed your reporting on recruiting. You will be missed–and always a member of Gator Nation!
Best luck and wishes to an amazing reporter. Your work will be missed!
Thank You and Good Luck!!!!!!
Thanks Ed! I looked forward to reading your blog every week. You’ll be missed here, but I look forward to work on ESPN. Thanks again!
Great job you have done to the gator nation! Congratulations!!
Will miss you!
Thanks Ed….good luck at the next step my friend! Enjoyed the ride with you !
THANKS ED!!! Enough said.
E.A. —
Parting is such sweet sorrow.
Thanks for all you’ve done, Ed.
All the best, and may the Lord bless.
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Ciao
PS: Once a Gator, always a Gator!
Don’t neglect throwing us a Gator-Chomp when you can!
Oh,… and Ed,… your parents would be (and are) SO proud of you (as are we)!
You are such an inspiration!
Blessings.
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Adieu
Congratulations Ed, you’ve earned. Best of luck. Do the Gatornation proud as you continue on your journey. Go Gators!
Good luck to you Eddie!! Even though were not neighbors anymore, I still follow your writing!! Miss you and best of luck buddy!!
Go do it big! Best believe we all will still follow your writing. Look how far you’ve come since we were freshman playing intramurals playing 4 on 4 with only people 12″ or taller than us hahaha Congrats on following your dream. If your ever scouting recruits or covering a game in cincy look me up
Thank you for all the up to date information the last few years. Your blog has been the first thing I check in the morning during the recruiting season. Good luck and congratulations.
Good Luck and thanks for the recruiting news, I looked forward to reading your take. What a sweet job with ESPN (congratulations)
You will be missed. Your blog was always a great way for a Gator Alum stuck in the northeast to feel connected and get an Orange and Blue fix. Good luck.
Thanks for keeping us informed. Congratulations, and good luck at ESPN!
You’ll be missed! Good Luck!
Sorry to see you leave but I understand your need to go to the big pond. I’m sure you will thrive. Take care.
Ed to be perfectly honest for the last 2 years you are the only reason i came to gator sports… Everything else was a bonus, your insider info to your witty articles made it a pleasure to read about my Florida Gators!!! While you will be missed here, Know all of us will be supporting you in your future endeavors…Wishing you nothing but luck and happiness with your new gig!!!
thanks i enjoyed b cool and always remenber once a GATOR always a GATOR peace my friend
Good Luck!!! I always enjoyed reading your pieces. You will be missed.
Great Job, Alaways enjoyed your writings. Good luck! Go Gators!
Your new articles were always the first thing I looked for, but I will be looking for more exciting news from you on ESPN. It sounds like a great opportunity, congrats. Once a Gator, always a Gator!
Ed, thank you so much for the job you have done. I am a born Gator fan and UF alum that has been removed from Gville for a few years. Your columns have been a great way for me to keep up with the sports in that great town. Best of wishes and thank you again.
and sorry about the stuck “t” on the post above. That is DCGator
I’m so happy for you Ed! I can’t wait to read your stuff on ESPN’s site. You will certainly be missed around here, I hope Zach was taking good notes.
Good luck to you Ed and God Bless. We’ll miss you here at the Sun!
All the best to you, Ed.
Wow! Ed that is amazing and we are real happy for you. You do such great work and it’s no surprise ESPN came a knocking. To be honest I’ve only started reading your work this past year as I started really getting into College football recruiting, and your column are some of the best out there. You will be missed my friend, but I look forward to your new work. Please don’t forget about the gators, just as quickenedspirit said “throw us a gator chomp once in a while”.
Go Gators!
Congrats Ed… I know you will do as good a job @ ESPN as you have for the GatorSports. The Scout Leader and what you have to say on recruiting has been the biggest reason I visit GatorSports.com. It won’t b the same and look forward to seeing your posts on ESPN.
Our loss is ESPN’s gain. There’s an integrity about you, Ed, keep it, and you’ll be fine. Remember Gator Nation with the same affection we have for you.
Thanks !!!! How am I going to get my recruiting news fix??
You did a great job good luck.
Mant thanks.
You did an awesome job. Best of luck, rooting for you.
Well, I don’t see a disclaimer, so I guess it wasn’t April Fools!
Best of luck to you sir, you will be missed here. We look forward to reading/hearing you in a larger platform in the future
Thank you for doing a great job for GatorSports Ed!
May God Bless!
Thanks for your efforts, best of luck on the new gig.
Your commentary and insight into recruiting is some of the best I have ever read and you’re so young! You have quite a future ahead of you and I’m sad to see you go. Don’t let yourself be influenced by the internal corporate political games you will inevitably encounter and always stay above the unowhat by never losing your objectivity.
Ed,
Congrats to a well earned promotion. I was really hoping the Sun (NY Times) would promote you internally before ESPN snatched you away, as you were the lone reason for visiting Gatorsports.com. Your ability to report a story, develop your ideas, and add insight were unparalleled. Best of luck with ESPN and I will be following your articles closely.
Ed,
Its been an honor, sir. I knew it wouldn’t last forever. You have been the best resource for gator recruiting the last couple of years. Since moving to upstate NY 10 years ago – it was killing me to be constantly left in the dark on recruiting – until my brother told me about you.
Fantastic job and best of luck. peace
Good Luck, Ed. You’re leaving some big shoes to fill. Remember, if you’re not a Gatgor, you must be Gator Bait!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THANKS AND GOOD LUCK……….
Great four year Run Ed. Your hard work paid off. I will follow you on ESPN. Thanks for letting us reap the benefit of your hard work!
Thanks, Ed.
Ed – I’m sorry about your parents, and understand what you meant. It’s hard living up to the dreams someone has for you when they aren’t around to share in your success. Keep ’em close. I thought you were the hardest working guy on the staff, but maybe that was just because you churned out so much content, so accurately. Best of luck with the Every Sport Possible Network 🙂
Nooooo, I subscribe to Gatorbait, Gator Country and the Sun and yours is the first thing and on par with Buddy Martin and all my hopes were that you would be the next one to take the Sun back to actual sports writing instead of the personal preference article we have been bombarded with these last years…well just like Urban the Gator nation wishes you the very best, and in time you can always come home…..thanks
I fell in love with Gator Sports because of following your blogs and recruiting information. I truely depanded on your columns to stay informed.. Damn what am I going to do?? The Urban Meyer of Gatorsports is leaving. Good Luck and hope you have as much success as you did here at Gatorsport. At least I can still fellow you on twitter..
Good Luck, Ed!
Good luck. You area good, fun writer to read. You’ll be missed.
I am sure your parents are very proud of you and are watching all you do. Best of luck in life to you.
Ed, we at Gator Nation are going to miss you. Your set a great example for your industry. Not only are you a great writer but you are a great person. I wish you all the best and hope you drop in once in a while and say hi.
Ed,
You are the reason i joined twitter and your FLorida football recruting was epic! i would walk around my office spouting you’re latest tweets on prospects while my co-workers acted like i had the batline number to the HBC. thanks for all your work and i look forward to following you at ESPN.
Congratulations Ed. Thanks for entertaining all of our posts here on gatorsports. You did your best to answer almost all of them. Amazing work here has paid off for you. Keep it up.
Good luck Ed. I have read your columns for 4 years and will continue to follow you at ESPN. Best of luck.
Congratulations on your new opportunity and thanks for your great efforts to keep us Gator diehards well-informed over these past 4 years. Best of luck to you!
Extraordianry. 85 posts (and counting) and not one disssenting view. That should tell you all you need to know about the quality of your work over the last for our years, as well as the impact your work has had on the peope who read it. Well done, good luck and for those of us who followed you while you were here, we will watch for you down the road.
I knew it wouldnt be long before someone else snapped you up and gave you a promotion. While I am saddened that we will not have you around anymore, I am truely happy for you. Thanks for always being spot on with your writings and we will miss you! Good luck on your new venture! I wish it was an april fools joke, but I would never fault someone for moving up in the world. You deserve it!!!
Ed,
Loved following your stories from up here in Pennsylvania. Good luck at ESPN and you will be sorely missed. Hope to see you on ESPN. We’ll miss all of your recruting knowledge and insight.
Best of luck.
Congrats on the new gig, Ed! It has been a pleasure reading your stuff. Got get it!
Sweet!
Glad to see all your hard work has paid off. You’re just a different url away, so we’ll all still be following you.
Congratulations.
good luck Ed. i’m a little hurt though. everything changes i suppose.
Great job Ed ! We will miss you here but look forward to reading your SEC work.
Congrats. you have done a fine job at the sun. Good luck in the new position.
Always Remeber not to wear the Gator hat to certain press conferences (maybe Arky).
Question: do we get to see a G. Sun Recruitment article on YOUR replacement. That might be interesting.
Ed, Best of Luck as I have enjoyed your coverage and your many articles.
GOD BLESS
I’m really happy for you, but sad for us readers. No one and I mean no one has come close to delivering the up to date, relevant info like you have. GatorSports will go on, but it won’t be the same. Good Luck and don’t forget where you came from.
Gatorsports AND the readers will miss a great writer. Best of Luck at ESPN…we will be on the lookout for you and YOU will shine…Congratulations!
I have been reading your column for a little over 2 years I believe, and I have been impressed with the coverage you provide. I have had no need to join a recruiting website because your coverage has been so thorough. Good luck to you Ed, Go Gators!
You have always had a positive,honest writing style, objective and personal wrapped together, exactly what ESPN would look for and will draw regular readers to your columns. We wish you well, you will do well. Enjoy living your dream and continue to be a positive influence on those you encounter on your journey!
Ed, best wishes on your new position with ESPN. You have been far and away my number one source of recruiting news the last couple of years. Keep up the good work!
Ed, Congrats and JOB WELL DONE!
I’ll miss reading the great articles on Gator recruiting. I’m sure you’ll succeed on espn’s blog and gain a much larger following due to your excellent skills and dedication to laying out the facts and only the facts. Thanks for all your hard work.
The Gainesville Sun just lost it’s best writer. Good luck Ed, and I will be following you on ESPN!
Congratulations! GatorSports lost not only its best current writer, but its best writer in the 20 years I’ve been reading. On the up side, at least ESPN will be more relevant and interesting to read. Great work all around. You make the Gator Nation proud.
Good luck, Ed! Stay golden, Pony-boy!
Beat it you bum
Well done Ed. Your talent was too great to keep you our secret for too long! Thanks!!
Ed, Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication and for providing us fans with the latest news in the recruiting front. Good luck on your new adventure and enjoy your journey through life, which is definitely a gift from our Creator.
You will always be part of Gator Nation!!! Take care.
Adding my thanks for all the excellent reporting, delivered with good humor I should add. You should be very proud to have such a long list of wellwishers. Good luck, and I will miss you on these pages!
Four very productive years as a starter in Gainesville. Writes extremely well, probably works the sources even harder. Always around the ball and in position to make the play. Proficient beyond his years. Relates extremely well to the fans.
Summary: First-rounder. Will be a solid starter in the Bigs for a long time. All-pro potential.
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We won’t miss you, exactly, Ed, because we’ll still get to see and enjoy your work, but we will really miss your exceptional coverage of the Gators. Happy for you that your work has been noticed and appreciated by the pros in your line of work.
Live Long & Prosper.
You have been a great resource. I’m sure you will do great in your next job!
Congrats!
Good luck Ed, and thanks for all of the articles!
Ed – don’t let the bristol guys get you to become one of their Conn clones!!! Stay close to your roots at UF. In a year – you will get to write aobut all those guys you saw being recruited that made the next national champ.
But – you didn’t say if you had to move north. I sure hope not. Given the “global warming’ we have seen in Conn in the past few years – i think Al Gore needs a new career!! Stay warm!!
Congratulations Ed! Enjoyed your frequent and timely posts! Brief exhortation: careful with these writing gremlins — phantom word additions, omissions, and the occasional – but rare – misspelling.
Sorry Gator Nation (incl. “MT”), just lookin’ out for a fellow Gator.
(“The [critique] of a friend is better than the kiss of an enemy”).
Good luck and God-speed, Ed!
bbc
dude, the person following has some big shoes to fill. thank your for your passion for the Gators even though you grew up in Mississippi (LOL) and was a rebel. it makes it that much more appreciated. I know it was a job but you did a great job, Ed. Really have enjoyed the past few years that I started following your columns. Won’t be the same my friend. Good luck in the future because it sure looks bright for you from the looks of it.
Congratulations Ed and Good Luck!
congradutions, Ed, your hard work has paid off, Good Luck. God-speed. go gators.
Ed, thanks for all the updates. Take care and be blessed on your new job.
It was fun! Once a Gator, always a Gator!
Ed you are excellent at your craft and I look forward to following you at ESPN! All these comments are proof that you have had a major impact on Gatornation. You have done your parents proud. Keep up the good work!
Hey, your dreams are coming true.You worked hard for them and it’s paying off.Way to go.
Once again, congratulations Ed! Enjoyed your frequent and timely posts!
Brief exhortation — be watchful of these writing gremlins: phantom word additions, omissions, and the occasional – but rare – misspelling.
Sorry Gator Nation (incl. “MT”), just lookin’ out for a fellow Gator.
(“The [critique] of a friend is better than the kiss of an enemy”).
Good fortune and God-speed, Edward!
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Ciao
Being a Gator is a “special” thing, glad you could experience it. Will miss your recruiting updates…..good luck with your next step.
Ed, man I don’t know what to say…..We, the Gator nation are going to miss you. You made the Gainesville Sun, and this website compelling and interesting. I know that recruiting is a tough gig for anyone, but your hard work paid off. Personally, I found your recruiting blogs to be insightful, thoroughly researched, and well written. I’m sure that your parents instilled in you the work ethic that allows you to be successful, wherever, and whatever you do in life. We appreciate your work for the Gator Nation, and your parents are looking down on you right now with very prideful smiles. Thank you for your service to the Gator Nation, and wish you the best in your new venture…….GO GATORS!!!!
All I can say is the Sun has some very big shoes to fill. I have enjoyed your insightful and honest evaluations of Gator recruiting and am sad to see you go. However, more power to you and Godspeed.
Congratulations! We are all sad to see you leave the Gator beat, Represent the gator nation well!
Thanks Ed! Good luck and congratulations to you.
thanks Ed, and the best to ya!
I knew from reading your posts that it was just a matter of time before you were picked up by a national organization. Your columns were one of a few I regularly checked out regardless of the time of year. You were always on top of it and really did your homework. Good luck in your new venture and I will try and follow you there. Really bummed out for me but happy for you.
Ed,
I have enjoyed your work over the past four years. You kept us informed and excited about the prospective Gators. More important than the skills you’ve been blessed with and acquired, you have the work ethic to succeed in anything you desire. Best of luck and God Bless!
TonyBo
Nice work Ed – your columns here will be missed.
It was only a matter of time Ed before the big boys in the national media discovered what we gator fans already knew; that you are good, I mean really good and were destined to go on to bigger and better things.
Understand this position with ESPN is another stepping stone for you. I believe you are destined for national recognition one day.
Us Gators will me you badly, but are happy for you.
Goodspeed Ed!
All the best!!! You will be missed.
Ed, I wish you have time to read all of these 140 comments because you truly deserve to feel all of these praises !! As an international student, football was new but soon became the most exciting sports for me. Your article definitely added much more excitement to that. Your in-depth analysis of recruits and stories were not only informational but also very fun to read. You indeed have a talent in writing and analysis along with a great character but I could also see that you were working very hard to get these information.
Congratulations on getting the job with ESPN. I am glad that you are now with big boys. Now that your talent is all the college football fans to see instead of just us Gator fans. I am pretty sure you will be successful in your career and provide both information and fun to people for your whole life if you continue what you have been doing here, which I am sure you will. I am happy that I have been witnessing a great young man’s career from the start.
Thanks Ed and best of luck to you in the future.