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Aaron Philo to Start for Florida Against Georgia
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In Short: Florida will start quarterback Aaron Philo against Georgia in their rivalry game.
Florida will start quarterback Aaron Philo against Georgia in the highly anticipated rivalry game, known as 'The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.'
Head coach Jon Sumrall said the decision would come down to 'health and availability,' as both Philo and backup Tramell Jones Jr. Are managing injuries.
Philo, who has a 70.5% completion rate and 1,341 passing yards with nine touchdowns and three interceptions this season, will face a tough challenge against the third-ranked Bulldogs.
Philo's shoulder injury and Jones' undisclosed injuries have left the quarterback situation uncertain, but Sumrall is leaning towards Philo.
Vernell Brown III, Florida's speedy receiver, is set to return for the first time in over a month, providing a boost to Philo's passing game.
Despite Philo's recent injury, he started the first six games of the season and has shown resilience on the field.
Philo's performance against Georgia will be closely watched, as he has broken several records during his tenure at Florida.
The game will be a significant moment for Philo, who graduated from the University of Georgia in 2016 but never received a scholarship offer from his home state school.
Philo's decision to start against Georgia could shape Florida's chances in the rivalry game, where Jones led the Gators to a 27-24 upset win over Texas in Week 7.
What this adds
The quarterback decision remains unofficial as of Friday, with Philo's health being the defining variable.
Philo's availability and effectiveness could determine Florida's offensive strategy against Georgia's strong defense.
Philo's performance against Georgia will be a critical factor in Florida's chances of winning their first game against the Bulldogs since 2020.
Background
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Florida will start quarterback Aaron Philo against Georgia in their rivalry game.
What's confirmed
- No. 17 Florida will start quarterback Aaron Philo against third-ranked Georgia in the Southeastern Conference rivalry known as “The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party."
- They split repetitions in practice all week, and Sumrall said the decision would come down to “health and availability.” Florida quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina, Saturday, Oct.
- “I’ve said the whole time I think we can win with either guy,” Sumrall said.
- No. 17 Florida plans to start Aaron Philo against No. 3 Georgia in Saturday’s rivalry game in Atlanta, though the quarterback decision remained unofficial Friday.
- Philo should have speedy receiver Vernell Brown III back for the first time in more than a month.
- Philo had gone just 5-of-7 passing for 26 yards, with the two interceptions.
- Jones became the first Florida quarterback since Jesse Palmer in 1997 to win his first career start on the road against a top-10 team.
What's still developing
- On a third-and-11 near midfield, Philo evaded pressure and rolled right, but stumbled.
- Another major challenge for both Philo and Jones was the depleted Gators receiver corps, as Vernell Brown III was officially ruled inactive 90 minutes before kickoff and missed his fourth straight contest.
- “Yeah, he broke all kinds of records,” Smart said of Philo.
- He instead signed with Georgia Tech as a class of 2024 prospect.
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Sources
- Ajclink
- Bozeman Daily Chroniclelink
- Bvmsportslink
- Fox Newslink
- On3link
- Onlygatorslink
- Oskaloosa Heraldlink
- The Killeen Daily Heraldlink
- Postregisterlink
- Alligatorlink
- On3link
- WarpBeat — background on Florida vs. Georgia Game Livestream Options link
- WarpBeat — background on Aaron Philo to Start for Florida Against Georgia link
- Tailgate Talk SEC — video link