Florida Gator quarter Tim Tebow announced the other day that he will be returning to UF for his senior season. The announcement was made in The Swamp for a post-BCS Championship Ceremony. Check out the video below.

This afternoon, Gator fans waiting patiently for word from linebacker Brandon Spikes and wr/rb Percy Harvin. After a long day, Spikes decided it was in his best interest to return… Harvin on the other hand, decided he will head to the NFL.

“I’m excited to hear that Brandon is coming back,” said head coach Urban Meyer. “At the end of the day, I want our players to make educated decisions about their future. Brandon has obviously done that. He was the heart and soul of our defense this year. He was the quarterback of our defense and set the tone in many of our victories.”

“It was a tough decision for me and my family,” said Spikes. “I just felt like it was the right choice to come back. I love the coaching staff and my teammates and I look forward to playing another year in front of the best fans in America.”

Spikes return means that the Gators will return all 11 starters on defense. The Gators had one of the best defenses in the country last year… can you imagine how badass they will be with 1 more year expierence under their belt?

Coach Meyer on Percy Harvin:

“Percy is the most dynamic player I’ve ever coached and can change the game on any given play,” said Meyer. “He has the best first step I’ve ever seen and his ability to plant his foot and go is unmatched. Percy is a relentless competitor who wants to win. We wish him the best of luck and we look forward to having him around our program. He will always be a part of our Gator football family.”

I wish Harvin luck at the next level.

Go Gators!