Mobile, Ala. ? Mardy Gilyard once worked four jobs to stay in school after losing his scholarship.

The former Cincinnati star turned in a strong audition for a much more lucrative career in Saturday’s Senior Bowl, racking up 103 yards receiving and catching a 32-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter to help the North race to a 31-13 victory over the South.

“All my hard work just kind of came into one game,” an exuberant Gilyard said. “I’m truly blessed. I worked my butt off, and I played my butt off. I’ve been through so much in my career.”

Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, meanwhile, had a shaky outing running a pro-style offense against a sturdy defense.

He fumbled twice and finished 8-of-12 passing for 50 yards in the showcase for senior NFL prospects.