The 2001 South Florida Bulls football team represented the

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(USF) in the

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, and was the fifth team fielded by the school. The Bulls were led by

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in his fifth year, played their home games at

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and competed as a

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. The Bulls finished the season with a record of eight wins and three losses (8–3).

Schedule

Roster

References

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South Florida Bulls football seasons

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