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Florida's Jon Sumrall explains QB choices after loss to Georgia

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Florida's Jon Sumrall explains QB choices after loss to Georgia
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Florida football coach Jon Sumrall addressed the decision to start Aaron Philo over Tramell Jones Jr. in the team's 27-8 loss to Georgia on October 31. Philo struggled, throwing two first-half interceptions before Jones entered in the second half. Sumrall noted that key wide receiver Vernell Brown III missed the game due to a knee injury sustained during practice. With Brown out for the fourth consecutive game, Florida's offense has struggled significantly, averaging only 17.8 points per game recently. Sumrall has not yet named a starting quarterback for the upcoming game against Oklahoma on November 7.

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  • •Florida suffers 27-8 loss to Georgia on October 31.
  • •Jon Sumrall explains starting Aaron Philo over Tramell Jones Jr.
  • •Vernell Brown III misses game due to knee injury.
  • •Florida's offense averages 17.8 points without Brown.
  • •Sumrall to evaluate quarterbacks for Oklahoma game on November 7.
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Florida fooball Jon Sumrall explains his QB decision and why star receiver Vernell Brown III missed UF's loss to rival Georgia.

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