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Aaron Philo Doubtful for Texas After Shoulder Issue Limits Practice

If Philo cannot play, Florida would hand the offense to sophomore Tramell Jones and adjust its game plan against Texas’ top-10 defense.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets reported Wednesday that Philo has been limited in practice this week with a shoulder injury and is expected to be listed as questionable on the SEC injury report.
  • Florida coach Jon Sumrall confirmed Tramell Jones has been getting meaningful reps in practice and said he believes in Jones’ ability to win games.
  • If Philo is unavailable, Jones would make his first career start and brings only limited live-game experience this season with 252 passing yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.
  • Wide receiver Vernell Brown III practiced Wednesday and is considered to have a real chance to return after missing two games, a development that could help a Jones-led offense.
  • Texas could get a boost as well if defensive lineman Justus Terry returns from injury, and Florida’s quarterback uncertainty will affect play-calling, in-game tempo and the Gators’ ability to sustain drives on Saturday.