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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Florida coach Urban Meyer expected some growing pains.

After all, the fourth-ranked Gators entered the post-Tim Tebow era with four new assistant coaches, a new quarterback, a patchwork offensive line, inexperienced receivers and a revamped defense.

But Meyer certainly didn't envision what happened Saturday against five-touchdown underdog Miami (Ohio).

Florida fumbled early and often, botched several snaps, muffed two exchanges, shanked a punt, missed a field goal and an extra point, and watched way too many plays go nowhere.

The Gators pulled away down the stretch thanks to two late touchdowns, including a fluky score in the closing minutes, but the 34-12 victory left plenty of cause for concern.

Meyer says, "We've got a long way to go."

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