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Florida QBs Hobbled Ahead of Georgia Showdown
29 Oct
Summary
- Florida's top two quarterbacks, Philo and Jones, are questionable for Saturday's game.
- Philo is recovering from an injured throwing shoulder, while Jones has bumps and bruises.
- Key receiver Vernell Brown III is expected to return after a month-long absence.
No. 17 Florida faces significant uncertainty at the quarterback position heading into their matchup with No. 3 Georgia this Saturday in Atlanta. Both starting quarterback Aaron Philo and backup Tramell Jones Jr. have been listed as questionable to play. Philo has been sidelined due to an injured throwing shoulder, an injury he sustained in a previous loss. Jones, who recently became the first Florida quarterback since 1997 to win his first career start on the road against a top-10 team, is dealing with "a couple of bumps and bruises" according to coach Jon Sumrall.
Despite the quarterback concerns, Florida is likely to welcome back speedy receiver Vernell Brown III. Brown has missed the last three games while recovering from a sprained right knee. He is listed as probable for Saturday's contest. The Gators may still be without receiver Bailey Stockton and linebacker Jaden Robinson, who were both listed as doubtful. Coach Sumrall indicated that the decision on who will start at quarterback will hinge on "health and availability."
