Jarvis Moss, the first round draft pick of the Denver Broncos, suffered a staph infection two years ago that brings back memories of our ordeal, and might for you too:
If I showed you film of what he was like the first spring  he was 215 pounds,†said Meyer, who became Florida’s coach two years ago. “To become a first-rounder, and well deserved, help us win a national championship, that’s one of the great success stories, in my opinion, of college football in the last 10 years.â€Â
Getting drafted is an emotional experience for most players, maybe more so for Moss because of his ordeal. He said he woke up early before the NFL draft Saturday and cried, trying to get the tears out before his family saw him. When the Broncos called and told him he’d be the 17th overall pick he couldn’t help it; he broke down again. [Source]
Aww, that makes me so happy for him, even though I *strongly dislike* the Gators (I just had to say that). 
Way to go Jarvis - I am so happy for you!!
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2 responses so far ↓
Lara // May 4, 2007 at 5:18 pm
Wow! That’s great to read since I am a die-hard Gator! Born and raised in Gainesville and always proud when our boys do well. Even more so now that I know what he may have had to go through. Thanks for the info!
Christina Jones // May 4, 2007 at 5:26 pm
Hee hee - I won’t hold that against you, Lara (my blood runs Volunteer orange). Im glad hes doing well too - it is a horrible and scary bacteria he has dealt with.
Take care!
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