Steve Spurrier, the 1966 Heisman Trophy winner...
Steve Spurrier, the 1966 Heisman Trophy winner as Florida’s quarterback, was offered a chance to coach the Gators but has not decided whether or not he will accept the job or remain at Duke, Florida officials said.
Spurrier, who played at Florida in 1964-66, has a 20-12-1 record in three seasons at Duke. The Atlantic Coast Conference co-champions (8-3) will play Texas Tech in the All-American Bowl on Dec. 28.
Spurrier also has reportedly interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons and Phoenix Cardinals.
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