Leon Orr Dismissed by Florida After Leaving Game Due to Backup Role

Florida defensive tackle seems to have had an abrupt end to his career with the Gators.

The senior had started just two games this season but was  apparently expecting to be in the lineup Florida's game against Vanderbilt. However, head coach Will Muschamp opted to go with Jonathan Bullard on the defensive line instead. 

According to GatorZone.com, the player decided to leave the game and take a bus back to Gainesville instead of playing in a reserve role. Muschamp explained, "He was more concerned with starting than being part of the team."

ESPN's Jeff Barlis later reported Orr would no longer be part of the team:

Orr came into the year with high expectations, ranking among the top 10 defensive tackles in the SEC according to ESPN's Chris Low. Unfortunately, he was never able to take advantage of his role with the team and managed just 16 tackles (three solo) while playing sparingly.

It is not yet known where Orr will go from here, but there will not likely be too many coaches interested in the player after this incident.

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