Marcus Maye’s season began watching Florida beat New Mexico State 61-13 on Sept. 5 from the sidelines, forced to sit out the season-opener because of a violation of team rules.
But now, the redshirt junior can’t be kept off the field.
Since he’s come back from the suspension, Maye has been one of the critical elements of the Gators’ defense.
Being sidelined in the opener could’ve had dire consequences for Maye’s playing time since it was his first chance to show his value to the team for coach Jim McElwain.
It was a chance for Duke Dawson and Nick Washington to take away valuable playing time from Maye.