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No. 17 Florida Could Have QB Aaron Philo Back for SEC Game Against No. 3 Georgia

Georgia forced four turnovers and held Florida to 48 rushing yards, extending its rivalry winning streak to six games.

  • Florida head coach Jon Sumrall will start quarterback Aaron Philo against third-ranked Georgia on Saturday, according to a person familiar with the decision. Philo practiced throughout the week after recovering from a right-shoulder injury, splitting first-team repetitions with backup Tramell Jones Jr.
  • Jones's performance against Texas complicated the decision, as the sophomore led the Gators to a 27-24 upset on Oct. 17 while Philo was sidelined. Sumrall noted both quarterbacks dealt with 'a couple of bumps and bruises' during the week.
  • Speedy receiver Vernell Brown III is expected to return against Georgia after missing three games with a right-knee sprain. Brown has 17 catches for 271 receiving yards, providing critical explosiveness after sitting out the Texas victory.
  • Sumrall prioritized 'health and availability' when deciding the starter, noting he was 'married to starting whoever gets Florida the best chance of being successful.' The coach split practice repetitions between both players to ensure team readiness.
  • Florida seeks to break a five-game losing streak in the rivalry known as 'The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.' The outcome carries significant weight for the Southeastern Conference title race and playoff positioning.
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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Monday, October 26, 2026.
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