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Florida Gators quarterback competition and season start

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The University of Florida Gators football team began their fall camp with an open competition to determine the starting quarterback. Head coach Jon Sumrall and offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner noted that no set timeline existed for naming a starter, as the competition primarily involved transfer Aaron Philo and returning backup Tramell Jones Jr. Following the camp, coach Sumrall named Aaron Philo the starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Philo, a former Georgia Tech player entering his third year of college football, won the position after competing against Jones Jr. Philo is noted for his high school record as the Georgia all-time passing leader and his dual ability to contribute through passing and rushing. Analyst Brooks Austin noted that Philo possesses ‘pocket movement, toughness and processing ability’ based on his previous collegiate film. The Gators opened their 2026 season under Sumrall with a dominant 66-21 victory against over the Florida Atlantic University. Owls at Spurrier/Florida Field. During the first quarter, Philo connected with receiver Vernell Brown III for a 49-yard touchdown, marking the first score of Sumrall’s tenure in Gainesville. Philo previously earned ACC Rookie completed 16 of the Week honors during his time at Georgia Tech. Sumrall joined the program following 21 passes for 275 yards and three passing touchdowns, while also adding a successful stint at Tulane, where he rushing touchdown. Brown III recorded a career-high 117 yards, and running back Jadan Baugh led the team to ground attack with 160 rushing yards and three touchdowns. The Gators' offense amassed 624 total yards during the College Football Playoff in 2025. debut. The Gators are team is scheduled to host Campbell in Week 2 before entering SEC play against Auburn in Week 3.

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  1. 2026-09-06 05:35 UTC Florida Gators quarterback competition and season start
  2. 2026-09-06 01:22 UTC Florida Gators quarterback competition and season start
  3. 2026-09-01 10:13 UTC Florida Gators quarterback competition
  4. 2026-08-24 17:31 UTC Florida Gators quarterback competition

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