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Steve Spurrier turns 80 on Sunday .
The former Florida football Heisman winning-quarterback and iconic coach remains a dedicated supporter of all Gator sports.
As a quarterback, Spurrier brought home UF ’s first Heisman Trophy in 1966 .
He led the Gators to their first SEC title in 1991 and first national championship in 1996 .
Spurrier 's Gridiron Grille in Gainesville , Florida , has been open for four years .
The restaurant has helped UF 's recruiting and Name, Image and Likeness funding efforts.
Spurrier ’s daughter, Amy , suggested that he lend his name to a restaurant and display trophies he won as a player and coach.
Spurrier 's mark on Florida football remains etched in the players he coached and relationships he developed with him.
“I always remember him saying, You’ve done your job as a coach, if 15 to 20 years after you coach a player, if he wants to come back and drink a beer with you,’” Matthews said.
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