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Florida Gators quarterback competition

Overview

Following an upset victory over No. 7 Texas, the Florida Gators face a decision regarding their starting quarterback ahead of a matchup against No. 3 Georgia.

Tramell Jones Jr. secured his first career start during the Texas game, throwing for 155 yards and two touchdowns while replacing the injured starter, Aaron Philo. Philo has since returned to practice after recovering from a shoulder injury. Head coach Jon Sumrall has not yet named a starter, stating he intends to make a final decision mid-week as the team prepares for the Georgia rivalry.

Entities

Tramell Jones Jr. · Florida Gators · Jon Sumrall · Aaron Philo · Georgia Bulldogs

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Florida football coach delays starting quarterback decision ahead of Georgia game

    Florida coach Jon Sumrall has yet to name a starting quarterback for the upcoming game against No. 3 Georgia, choosing between Tramell Jones Jr. and Aaron Philo.

  2. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Florida Gators upset No. 7 Texas in 27-24 victory

    In his first career start, Florida quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. led the Gators to a 27-24 upset over No. 7 Texas, overcoming an early deficit to hand the Longhorns their second straight loss.

Sources

deadspin.com · si.com