GAINESVILLE -- Tim Tebow has seemingly done it all during his four years at Florida, but the end of this season will provide a new experience.

For the first time in his career as a starter, Tebow will play the final few games in good health.

``I actually feel the best physically I've felt in any season this late in the season,'' he said.

``I'm feeling really good. Even though I've had some carries in the last few games, I feel really good. My body feels good, I feel refreshed, and that's exciting going down the stretch.''

Tebow received painkilling injections in his shoulder during the second half of the 2007 season and for most of 2008. He also fractured his right hand at the end of 2007 and dealt with ankle and back pain during the past year.

Offseason shoulder surgery seems to have put a stop to Tebow's major health issue, and he has recovered fully from a concussion sustained against Kentucky. He credits his rehabilitation and workouts with strength coach Mickey Marotti for keeping him in good shape, allowing him to average 20 carries during Southeastern Conference play without pain.

-- MIKE McCALL