From Pete Thamel of the NEW YORK TIMES breaks news that has since been confirmed by the ORLANDO SENTINEL:
Your interim coach, Florida fans:
Adam Silverstein reports of OnlyGators.com:
Before boarding plane to NO, Florida Gators coach Urban Meyer told team he’ll take leave of absence for 2010 w Addazio filling in as interim
Silverstein also noted that Meyer will stay on as an assistant athletic director for 2010, with an announcement coming at 4:30pm ET.
Andy Staples of SPORTS ILLUSTRATED also reports:
A Florida recruit just told me word is being passed among committed players that Meyer will announce he is staying when they land in NOLA.
2:25 pm on December 27th, 2009
What the hell is going on? Can’t people just make a decision?
6:17 pm on December 27th, 2009
Dude, give him a break.
The guy has a potentially life-threatening medical condition which is tearing him away from his beloved and hard-earned career. Urban Meyer was born to coach football. It’s what he loves to do and he’s one of the best in the world to do it.
Meyer wants to beat his ailment and beat some more football teams.
Godspeed, Urban. We wish you the best and look forward to seeing you back on the sidelines in full health.