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Can Joe Houston restore Gators’ special teams tradition after disastrous 2023? He thinks so

New special teams analyst Joe Houston speaks with punt returner Chimere Dike during spring practice in Gainesville. (Courtesy of UF's University Athletic Association)
New special teams analyst Joe Houston speaks with punt returner Chimere Dike during spring practice in Gainesville. (Courtesy of UF’s University Athletic Association)
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Urban Meyer's Gators were amid a run of two national championships in three seasons with special teams playing a vital role. From 2006-09, Florida blocked 23 kicks and had 4 touchdown returns. In two seasons under Billy Napier, it has just 3 blocks and no touchdown returns.

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