Notebook: Burney disappointed in himself

Every season, Gator fans adopt a player to blame for all of the defense’s problems. In 2017, it was Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. In 2018, C.J. McWilliams became the brunt of their frustration. Last year, it was Trey Dean.

Junior linebacker Amari Burney has assumed the role of scapegoat this year. The criticism is largely warranted. He’s had a difficult time getting off blocks against the run, and he’s been lost in coverage far too often.

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