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Sumrall Holds Off Naming Florida Starter Before Georgia Trip

Sumrall says health together with practice performance will determine the starter, with the team possibly keeping the choice private.

Overview

  • Coach Jon Sumrall said Monday he will delay a starting‑quarterback decision for Saturday’s game at No. 3 Georgia until after he evaluates how each player practices this week.
  • Aaron Philo practiced Monday and split first‑team reps, making him a possible starter after missing the Oct. 17 game with a right shoulder injury.
  • Tramell Jones Jr. remains in the mix after his road debut win at then‑No. 7 Texas on Oct. 17 when he completed 22 of 35 passes for 155 yards, threw two touchdowns and had no interceptions.
  • Georgia coach Kirby Smart said his staff will prepare for both quarterbacks and did not rule out seeing both play, which forces game planning for multiple looks.
  • Wide receiver Vernell Brown III is expected to return from a sprained knee, restoring a deep receiving and punt‑return threat that could shape the offense no matter who starts.