Florida defeats Campbell 52-3 behind historic special teams performance
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The No. 25 Florida Gators improved to 2-0 on the season with a 52-3 victory over Campbell at The Swamp on September 12. Florida secured the win behind a 35-point second quarter that included two punt returns for touchdowns by Venrell Brown III. Running back Jadan Baugh contributed 136 rushing yards and two scores, while quarterback Aaron Philo completed 16 of 21 passes for 242 yards and two touchdowns. Defensively, the Gators recorded two takeaways and held the Camels to minimal production after the opening drive. The win marks Florida's first 2-0 start since 2021 as the team prepares to enter SEC competition. Florida is scheduled to play its conference opener against Auburn on September 19.
- •Florida defeated Campbell 52-3 to move to 2-0 on the season.
- •Venrell Brown III set a team record with 219 punt return yards.
- •Jadan Baugh recorded his third consecutive 100-yard rushing game.
- •The team travels to face Auburn in its SEC opener on September 19.
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