A couple of things.
I really think that extra game Florida played has been key.
Also, Urban Meyer is really good, given a large amount of time to prepare for a game.
The coach said it. They have 30 minutes left against a great team.
"I really think that extra game Florida played has been key. "
I think being the under dog works for them. FL defense NEVER went to sleep from what I saw this season. Offense got loosy-goosy from time to time.
Another thing - the long break until this bowl game allowed Meyer to get the players healthy again. The Gators were really beaten up at the end of the regular season.